ACCURATEin

godfather2

i should be stoked right now, but i'm confused and stressed the helk out (don't wanna make a bad/wrong decision):

1. move to denver (and rock climb like a maniac) and work for an additional $20k
2. stay here in tampa and accept a promotion so site director and make an additional $30k

my heart says denver because i THINK i'll be happier + money isn't at the top of my priority list. but an extra $10k a year + slightly lower cost of living could go a long way

???

The_GPW_AP2

If you're a rock climbing maniac, then I'd say the choice is pretty clear. The main question from my pov is: Is the stress of relocating + 10k less/yr worth the climbing?

Alternatively, for 10k a year you could take a lot of climbing trips...

godfather2

I know right ... i've been throwing that back n forth for days now.

i'd look like a dick if i waiting until mon to make a decision and inform all parties. i really need to make my mind up by tomorrow afternoon ...

ps. MISS MY S2K (and my tsx for that matter)

CCColtsicehockey

Well if you say that there is an additional 10k plus a lower cost of living that would actually mean even more money for climbing trips. However, I would imagine it would mean less overall climbing time because you would have to use vacation time for it. In Denver you could probably get to many different sites for the weekend to climb.

The_GPW_AP2

^I think he's saying 10k more a year if he stays vs. lower cost of living if he leaves.

Would the Denver job offer a relo pkg?

chill_dog

Hmmm...

Minutes from climbing + out of country for half the month

vs

$10k more + lower cost of living (net $15k/yr maybe)


Are you about the money or traveling and following your passion? I think you know the answer.

ACCURATEin

The choices you make will determine your destiny.

tommyg55

Its all about opportunity cost.. Not the difference between the two. if you pick the job in Denver you miss out on the full value of the $30k and the cheaper cost of living in Tampa. If you choose to stay in Tampa you lose the full value of the $20k, closeness to climbing sites, out of country travel. You cant consider percentage of the difference in pay you need to look at the full number. What would be the marginal cost vs. the marginal benefit? if the MB>= MC then the choice is a good idea.

Decision making pitfalls:
Considering sunk costs- you've already paid and theres no refunds
not considering opportunity costs- these are important to see the full picture of what youre missing
considering averages- look at full dollar amounts
looking at percentages- look at marginal cost vs marginal benefit


Sorry about the long post I have an Econ test today and this stuff is burned into my brain. Econ is the study of choices. I'm done

ACCURATEin

uhhh boys and girls..... my brother has informed me that before the ALMS race next weekend there will be a SUPER TROFEO race. WUTTTTT?!?!




FUCCKKKk cars and coffee charlotte. Getcher arses to VIR next weekend STAT.

ACCURATEin

http://squadracorse.lamborghini.com/...ional-raceway/

97CL_NC1102

I know I don't have a wagon but this is giving me great ideas

http://stickydiljoe.com/2012/12/26/e...2012-coverage/

ACCURATEin

So you start your new job tomorrow Bryan? Where is it and what are you gonna be doing?

97CL_NC1102

It is the exact same stuff I was doing at BMW.

Take pictures of new and used inventory, upload to dealerships website, and print window stickers and buyers guides. I'm not sure what dealers I'm getting yet or how long my training is gonna last but with prior experience I should be able to learn their system pretty quick.

In a sense this job is better in that it's not contract based but it's also not really hourly either. I'll get a standard pay every day of $80 and a mileage wage of .37 untaxed. So I'm looking at about $400 or so a week.

ACCURATEin

This is the style of lambo that will be there. Hopefully this exact car will be there.

ACCURATEin

godfather2

I appreciate the insight, everyone. I failed to mention the tampa gig has potential of up to $20k a year in bonuses as well! So $10k more salary + $5k in cost of living savings + (realistically) $12k bonus = $27k advantage over denver.

Well not quite, denver gig has profit sharing + stock options + my personal vacations r fully paid for (I earn all miles n rewards points from travel to philippines) = $7k

So staying in tampa carries an additional monetary benefit of $20k a year over denver!

Am I crazy for wanting to leave?

chill_dog

Not if you'd rather be in the mountains.

godfather2

Yes, relo package is = $2500, even though I asked for more

ACCURATEin

What's your decision going to be Vinny?






Watch this video and get hype.

The_GPW_AP2

As much as I want to, I unfortunately will not be able to get up there. Still taking care of the little one.

Still going to try and make C&C though.

godfather2

money be damned ... I'm moving to Denver!

ACCURATEin

woot!

When are you moving?!


It's beautiful over there in the mountains.

chill_dog

Not that we want to get rid of you, but I know you'll love it out there. And besides, even if you end up not liking the new job, there are plenty of other jobs there, and then you'll be local .

godfather2

so excited! flying up in less than 2 weeks to find a new place and go climbing. i'll move up around tues nov 12 and start job on mon, nov 18.

i have a 9 day vaca to red rock canyon, nv coming up in 3 weeks too!!!

WINNING

The_GPW_AP2

^That's awesome. Congrats!

Off topic: raising a puppy is hard. That is all for now.

CLtotheTL32

iTrader: (3)

How's the puppy doing, Evan? Any pictures to share?

Anyone going to C&C on Saturday? I'll be there

97CL_NC1102

Its possible

chill_dog

Maybe.

But since you'll be in town, you should come get this suspension out of my garage .

CLtotheTL32

iTrader: (3)

Bring it to C&C and I'll gladly take it

CCColtsicehockey

Congrats Vinny I am sure you will enjoy your decision every weekend you get to climb out there.

The_GPW_AP2

The puppy is doing ok...he's really testing the limits and it's been very hard to not get frustrated. Dobes are sorta "special needs" when it comes to their training as you basically have to focus on their successes and not their failures.

It's been touch and go, but I'll keep everyone updated! If you want to follow me on instagram I post pictures all the time, @the_gpw_ap2

CLtotheTL32

iTrader: (3)

I just started following you on Instagram. Adorable puppy

ACCURATEin

Evan I love the pics of Apex. Keep them coming.





Guys the charlotte cars and coffee has been relocated for this month from the nc music factory. The address for the up and coming one is:

1245 Pine Tree Road
Alton VA 24520


Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

CLtotheTL32

iTrader: (3)

Bastard

ACCURATEin

Word on the street is all of the exotics will not be at the music factory so they decided to move it.

ACCURATEin

It would be cool if there were some rock climbers I could follow on instagram. Would be neat to see the views from some of these climbs.

CCColtsicehockey

CLtotheTL32

iTrader: (3)

Eric, be sure to put that fancy lens to use this weekend and photograph the epicness. I will be taking pictures of my bi-weekly Sonny's meal

ACCURATEin

Will do. I was impressed with how the photos of Jeremy's car turned out, so hopefully the lambo and alms cars turn out just as good.