Re: OT- Reaching 40, choosing path

Not until you hit 55, and you can use your AARP discount. ;)

*Scott Morris*, CCIE/x4/ (R&S/ISP-Dial/Security/Service Provider) #4713,

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Jack wrote:
> I wonder if Cisco considers (1) discount for exam fee (2) bonus credit
> points towards passing grade (3) extra exam time [(4, 5...) your input]
> for the elders, say above age 45?
>
> Jack
>
> Scott Morris wrote:
>> You're only as old as you think you are... :)
>>
>> Much will depend on what your goals are, as that leads to drive and
>> motivation. And if you aren't "in" it, this is an incredibly trying
>> race to the finish! Having children will often change those drives and
>> motivations and priorities in life. But look to the "after". And even
>> if you get to a point where the CCIE isn't in the path, then think of
>> how much better an engineer you have become simply being along the
>> path! Nothing lost here in the effort!
>>
>> The oldest person (if memory serves) that I ever had in class was 63.
>> All the other students called him "grandpa" which he took quite well.
>> And then proceeded to kick their ass on some mock labs.
>>
>> Enjoy the journey, and watch for the goal! While I started mine
>> earlier, as I approach 40 (not quite as rapidly as Anthony!) I haven't
>> let that slow me down any...
>>
>> Feel free to unicast at any time!
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> *Scott Morris*, CCIE/x4/ (R&S/ISP-Dial/Security/Service Provider) #4713,
>>
>> JNCIE-M #153, JNCIS-ER, CISSP, et al.
>>
>> JNCI-M, JNCI-ER
>>
>> evil_at_ine.com
>>
>>
>> Internetwork Expert, Inc.
>>
>> http://www.InternetworkExpert.com
>>
>> Toll Free: 877-224-8987
>>
>> Outside US: 775-826-4344
>>
>>
>> Knowledge is power.
>>
>> Power corrupts.
>>
>> Study hard and be Eeeeviiiil......
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> ospfv2 wrote:
>>
>>> Just curious, how many of you between your 35-40 and still going
>>> chasing the lab ?
>>>
>>> i'm feeling too old and think about to burn my cisco bridge, build
>>> another one and
>>> better spending my time on endeavours where the odds are more
>>> stacked in my favour to bring the success i desire.
>>>
>>> rgds
>>>
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