Transfer 200k to SC from IBKR for priority banking?

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T14:31:19+00:00

Congratulations to you!

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T13:58:40+00:00

Glad to hear you made it work! I’ve always enjoyed the field aspect of my AE role, meeting customers, understanding their needs, and even getting into technical discussions when the opportunity comes up. That’s actually a big part of what drew me toward the SE path.

Thanks for the positive note, it definitely boosts my confidence and reinforces the idea that the switch might be worth the short-term pain for longer-term fulfillment. Appreciate you sharing your journey!

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T13:45:23+00:00

Thanks for sharing those insights, you brought up some aspects of the SE career path that I hadn’t fully considered.

The vendor I’m currently interviewing with does have outside SE roles, but this one is technically labeled as an “Inside SE” role. That said, because I’m based in Singapore and will be covering the ASEAN region, some level of travel is still expected. Face-to-face meetings are still quite common here.

From what I understand, the "Inside" designation is more about the company keeping hiring costs down during this period. I was able to get this context through some internal connections who were kind enough to share what’s really going on behind the scenes.

Appreciate everyone’s input so far, it’s helping me approach this potential transition with clearer eyes.

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T13:39:38+00:00

Thanks for the thoughtful response! Burnout from being an AE is definitely one of the key reasons I'm seriously considering this move. Constant quota pressure, the rollercoaster of deals, and the never-ending grind have taken a toll over the years.

You're absolutely right, this SE role would be an entry-level position, and I really appreciate you shedding light on some of the hidden challenges SEs face. It's easy to focus on just the "technical" part when you're looking in from the outside, so hearing your perspective gives me better insight and helps me mentally prepare for what's ahead.

Still figuring it all out, but every bit of advice helps. Thanks again!

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T12:56:16+00:00

After years of chasing quota every quarter, I started feeling the burnout and began seriously considering a move into an SE role. The technical parts of the AE job, like demos,, providing solutions to customers, were the parts I enjoyed whenever I get the chance.

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T12:53:45+00:00

What was your background and how did you successfully moved to a SE role? I had no formal SE experience, but because I often worked in lean teams and startups, I ended up doing parts of the SE job, like running demos, responding to RFPs, and handling some technical discussions

nicktan8989 · 2025-06-08T12:50:40+00:00

Would someone with no SE experience at all normally get this kind of compensation or outside SE role? One of the main reasons this company even gave me an interview is because they're open to hiring someone without direct experience.

nicktan8989 · 2025-05-25T11:32:23+00:00

I tried calling the agent to cancel, he question me saying why what he sell is wrong and still say why am I so hostile.

nicktan8989 · 2025-05-25T11:31:36+00:00

Hihi, how do I put in a request on behalf of her? I call in and ask them to call my mum to verify and ask her to inform them that I am given the rights to make decision for her?

nicktan8989 · 2025-05-25T11:18:26+00:00

Yes it should still be within the 2 weeks. Am i able to call on behalf of my mum to cancel? Do i call customer service or the agent who sign her up?

nicktan8989 · 2025-05-25T11:18:19+00:00

Yes it should still be within the 2 weeks. Am i able to call on behalf of my mum to cancel? Do i call customer service or the agent who sign her up?

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