Since the previous post, I’ve been rather overwhelmed with my new experience as a department manager. Mentally and physically, I recognize a huge loss of available energy at night and on the weekends. I actually find my exhaustion rather odd, and in need of explanation.
About 4 weeks ago, I assumed Management responsibility for the Optical Coating Engineering department for my employer (Goodrich Aerospace Electro-Optical Systems). I started my career with this company in this department 20 years ago, and have migrated through several other departments and positions since that