1.7 Best Practices and Common Mistakes

Even this early, you can start building the habits of a professional. Keep these in mind as you read the rest of the book.

Treat every batch as if a loved one will eat it. That mindset keeps safety first.
Always know the strength of your ingredients before you start. Never guess.
Write down what you do. Good records protect you and help you improve.
Learn the rules for your own state, and follow them closely.
Ask questions and keep learning. The best professionals never stop studying.

Here are mistakes that trip up beginners. You do not have to learn these the hard way; just be aware of them now.

Treating edibles like ordinary food and ignoring the dosing math.
Skipping the lab report and guessing how strong an ingredient is.
Mixing infusions poorly, so some servings are weak and others are far too strong.
Forgetting that the rules are different in every state.
Rushing. Speed without control is how dosing errors happen.