Odds of Hanging On
If being physically and mentally exhausted by the end of your day doesn't sound like a blast, then you're probably not going to stick around the shop for too long. Those who make it as woodworkers have both the physical and mental endurance to handle the wear and tear this career puts on both mind and body. They also keep their skills relevant, learning to integrate technology and new approaches to craftsmanship into their existing practices. Too old-school to change? Maybe it's time to hang up the tool belt.