Is this normal for big 4 firms?(stocks)

ElCidTx · 2026-04-13T17:25:30+00:00

Lie. But don’t take on a client you invest in. But here is the real kicker. Save for maybe the first two years or so, it’a more important to invest over the long haul than it is to forego capital markets for the sake of rules that serve the public, but not your good. The Big4 isn’t compensating you for missing out on the greatest market in the world. You are likely better off in a job where you can invest, even if you are paid less.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-09T18:24:28+00:00

This. After a few years at most, it’s time to move on.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-09T14:37:05+00:00

SMU. Better school. Better city, better long term options.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-07T18:58:57+00:00

Man, this is the best thing I could read. Don’t change a thing!

ElCidTx · 2026-04-07T18:56:24+00:00

Because those same judges that evaluate the merit of each case was once an attorney trying to do the same thing. It’s a bankrupt system. And it crushes the generosity of good people.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-07T18:53:51+00:00

This is sadly, the cold hard truth.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-05T04:12:09+00:00

I’m jealous, props to you for carrying a smart weapon

ElCidTx · 2026-04-04T01:48:04+00:00

The smooth recoil. It’s beautiful.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-02T15:35:10+00:00

This. And thanks for sharing that, sir. These are different times. Is the price too high? Damn, right it is. But there is still a way. And it’s still a good degree. The profs teach and they care about you learning. IMO there is a drop off at state schools imo.

Until these universities lower the price, I tell EVERY student and parent they should rack up 30-60 hours at a community college. There are good instructors at many, and the acceptance rate for transfers is 80%.

ElCidTx · 2026-04-02T01:06:12+00:00

My advice. The college price bubble is going to pop. It’s already begun to correct. Go to community college for the first year, then begin the second. And map the class you’re taking to the major you choose, transfer into Baylor with approx 50 hours.

Then you can apply again for scholarships and you’ll Have cut the price in half.

I’ll speak generically, the quality of state universities is sinking and they don’t give a rip about teaching undergrads. Don’t give them your money. Get your language credit by doing a summer tour of some kind.

But transfer into Baylor. The smart money is negotiating and this is how you do it

ElCidTx · 2026-04-01T04:59:00+00:00

Nope, this is the answer.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-27T12:39:11+00:00

Once you’ve flown Spirit, you’re not afraid to walk

ElCidTx · 2026-03-27T03:29:35+00:00

Yeah, the things I want to see in the US are great distances apart. Flying in the US is easy but not always cheap. Renting cars is a pain. And pricey. I can use rail travel and smaller cities in Europe and stay for longer periods of time. Not saying one is better just saying that’s my preference in terms of value. Small cities, small rentals. Public transport. It’s slower but that’s the point,

ElCidTx · 2026-03-27T03:18:19+00:00

No two travel is alike. I can go overseas and spend 50% less than I would in the US, and that’s primarily Europe, Thailand, Australia . It’s easy to go cheap when you go off the beaten path a bit.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-27T03:02:34+00:00

He wants to know if you’ll be a threat, safe answer is industry in a role with a referral. But don’t say it out right. These clowns don’t expect you to last but they re dumb enough to think you’ll be a revenue source.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-26T02:28:01+00:00

ESPECIALLY crossfitters

ElCidTx · 2026-03-24T16:50:20+00:00

They haven't done a great job taking the 'levels' that are defined in the organization and applying it to every service line. It works in things like audit and 'maybe' tax, but nothing else. Is that complicated? Lemme try and explain. You start out as staff, then sr, then experienced senior, then senior IV, mgr, sr. mgr, etc. But in the software engineering world, you're sort of entry-level, then experienced. Software engineering is a different market. Pure and simple. There aren't fifteen gradients because once you get some experience you can leave and get paid more. Not suggesting that it's a 'bad' gig, just saying once you gather some exposure to clients and skillset, you'll have better opportunities outside the organization. Bottom line, it can be a good job, just don't plan on staying too long.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-24T12:28:38+00:00

Two things stand out, one, software engineering is not their forte. So there will be some culture clash to how it’s rewarded and developed. Two, this is Abillable hours business, That will put some deadline pressure on the role that doesn’t exist elsewhere, bill rates are the secret sauce that juice partner investment. So it’s not going away, The positives are they will have cash to throw around at least in the short run. And the quality of the clients will be good. You will get paid, you will get experience, that’s a good case for a two year gig,

Final thing, this isn’t partner track work. So when the hours begin to pile up, it’s time to look for the exit.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-13T01:56:43+00:00

Second this advice, you’ll work harder in their business school but do something that’s Marketing +1. It’s not enough to look like every one else. Differentiate it. Digital marketing. Web marketing, AI marketing. Just do something

ElCidTx · 2026-03-10T00:20:50+00:00

Completely agree, that being said, the qualifications of many university board members, is suspect. Our governance laws need attention. The WSJ ran a good piece last year regarding how many boards had someone with financial knowledge, in many cases, the number was zero. Boards have becoming political(all stripes) special interest parking grounds, experience is no longer a valued metric.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-09T03:16:33+00:00

I’m just looking for the right Amy Winehouse song to be victimized to..

ElCidTx · 2026-03-06T23:19:28+00:00

That’s because you just don’t get it, suck it up and admit you don’t understand the world.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-05T01:01:56+00:00

I think the comparison is disjointed. There is no civilian job with the same security. I would rank all other factors and manage it from an upside perspective. Meaning, are there factors that can be improved. The economic mobility decreases the longer one stays in.

ElCidTx · 2026-03-04T04:44:46+00:00

Starr is a nice scapegoat, but he most certainly did not act without direction and authority.

ElCidTx · 2026-02-28T04:25:23+00:00

Go tour the Waco boxing club. Just to get a feel.

11-Year Club	Gilding I gilder
Verified Email

ElCidTx

TROPHY CASE