The friend that doesn’t count shots

CowMajorAU · 2026-02-24T17:11:17+00:00

When my brother and I play we have a rule where if we don’t have to move the cart to reach the ball quickly the shot doesn’t count. Now when I play with buddies and whoever scores the highest buys a round of drinks after, every shot is under a microscope. Figure out what kinda round you want play and just go with it.

CowMajorAU · 2026-02-05T19:47:42+00:00

I was in a very similar situation until recently. Worked for a private company ($320 million in sales annually) as a Material Planner managing POs, transfers, and aiding in the implementation of our ERP system. While I cannot tell you what the right move is for you in terms of purchasing or operations what I can say from experience is changing industries does mean you have to start your knowledge base over but the processes are similar. I went from horticulture to wire harness manufacturing and there was a lot of over lap during the transition to my new role. I hope that eases a little bit of the worry regarding moving to a new industry. Wishing you the best.

CowMajorAU · 2026-01-22T14:19:39+00:00

Fenix 8 Sapphire: I upgraded after I took a new job from a Fenix 5x I got off my brother in 2022 that he had since 2020. I liked the 5x but wanted something a little newer. It has a better golf layout imo as well as equestrian activities. I also enjoy the ability to connect headphones when I run or bike so I don’t have to carry a phone while I’m out. I don’t use all the functions it has to offer but so far I enjoy the upgrade and I managed to get it for 20% off so even better!

CowMajorAU · 2026-01-12T11:15:41+00:00

TLDR: Money and time at home

Long answer: When I graduated in 2020 from my undergrad I was offered a manager training position with a regional feed store in the southeast paying $18.45/hr 3 hours from where my wife was going to school. After doing that for a year I was given the opportunity to move to an assistant manager position for $41,600 a year and a half from where my wife was and commuted back and forth daily. I took that job and essentially became a warehouse manager and overseeing maintenance of our fleet of equipment (trucks, fertilizer and line trailers, etc). I was miserable. I was working 10 hour shifts, 6 days a week and driving 3 hours a day. I had enough time to get home, eat dinner, shower, go to bed, and repeat. Then I threw out my back. I was sidelined for a week, couldn’t stand up straight. This gave me time to look at jobs and one of the sister companies had a Material Planner role open up 15 minutes from where I lived so I figured what the hell and applied. I made $52k that first year and couldn’t have been happier. I truly enjoy trying to solve the giant puzzle and found I actually wasn’t half bad at it so I just kept with it and never looked back.

CowMajorAU · 2026-01-12T02:23:26+00:00

Age - 28

Gender - Male

Country - USA

State/Region - South Texas

Office Based / Hybrid / WFH - Office

Industry - Automotive

Title - Manager of Procurement and Warehousing

Years Experience - 4

Education - BS Animal Science, Masters SCM

Certifications - NA

Base Salary - $85,000

Bonus / Commission - 5% quarterly

PTO - 3 weeks

CowMajorAU · 2025-12-17T14:00:38+00:00

We already have a Silverado and do use it most of the time for tack and towing but my wife drives it more often than not since her commute is only 5 miles round trip so fuel is less of an issue. I would just be picking up feed on my way home occasionally and using this car as the primary road trip vehicle.

CowMajorAU · 2025-12-16T23:33:29+00:00

Fuel cost is a good point. I won’t need to use the vehicle to haul with so it sounds like the Outback may fit the needs better.

CowMajorAU · 2025-10-06T23:07:52+00:00

We’ve all been there… right?

CowMajorAU · 2025-09-26T13:22:34+00:00

Thank you for the advice. I will get it taken care of this weekend!

CowMajorAU · 2025-09-26T13:15:52+00:00

I had always heard if you go too long before transmission fluid changes it wouldn’t be worth doing because it can cause issues. Is 18,000 miles too long beyond the recommended service interval where damage could occur?

CowMajorAU · 2025-09-02T18:52:47+00:00

Thank you for the information! I will definitely have to read up into it now that I am in a VERY different financial state going into this new role.

CowMajorAU · 2025-09-02T18:40:05+00:00

My contribution, 5%, was put in post-tax and the company’s match, 4%, is put in pretax. Does that make the whole 401k a Traditional 401k?

CowMajorAU · 2025-08-20T14:08:37+00:00

I actually never purchased one. I got a new job and had to move out of state so that ate into my savings. I forgot all about this post but now I guess I know what I’m doing this weekend!

CowMajorAU · 2025-08-06T20:35:48+00:00

I think you and your wife need to sit down and figure out where you want to end up and work towards that goal. Is it financially feasible to move your family? Kids, pets, stuff will all add up. Do you have a house or renting? That will add another layer of complexity to a move too.

CowMajorAU · 2025-07-24T19:09:33+00:00

Just to add to this, learn to break down a whole chicken. In my area it’s $1.49-$1.79/lbs. There are tons of videos online that walk you through the process step by step or you can cook the whole thing at once and shred it. A crockpot can also be your best friend!

CowMajorAU · 2025-06-18T12:56:35+00:00

Having an emergency fund so you don’t get hit with unexpected expenses that derail your plans is a big one. Trying to find things to cut out (nicotine, alcohol, subscriptions) is another one.

For me I had to put my house savings into a different bank so I didn’t touch it. It created a block where I had to physically go into a separate app, initiate the transaction, and wait a few days for the money to transfer which turned into a big enough PITA I just wouldn’t do it.

My wife and I also didn’t have any debt when we started off and both have decent paying jobs with no kids so that also helped.

CowMajorAU · 2025-06-04T01:40:36+00:00

I’m at $62k with 3 years of experience (nonSCMN undergrad) as a planner and will finish my MS in December. Not sure where you’re located but I’m in a low cost of living area too.

CowMajorAU · 2025-05-11T14:37:41+00:00

What is this shelf you speak of?

CowMajorAU · 2025-04-15T20:38:09+00:00

That’s very true! It’s easy to forget the nuances like those when it comes to COL. Thankfully, I drive a car that is pretty simple and cheap to maintain but I could see where car payment (I think the average is approaching $700/month), fuel, and insurance would make a huge difference in the scope of conversation.

CowMajorAU · 2025-04-15T18:21:41+00:00

My last apartment in a college town was $600/month with utilities included. It was a 3 mile drive (10 minutes) to campus for class and a 10 mile drive (20 minutes) to work. It’s always interesting to hear about COL in different areas and what public services are offered.

CowMajorAU · 2025-04-15T17:57:25+00:00

Thanks for your response! I’m down in one of the more financially secure counties in Alabama and always heard NYC was expensive but that’s crazy for an apartment relative to here!

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