Assuming that you hang your hat on an outfit that has longevity, sure! But in this business it's all a big gamble of which we have absolutely no control over, I started the seniority climb three times before with what seemed at the time sure bets. Now I'm....., how should I put it? Free to jump ship to the flavor of the week while making lateral or higher moves....!

But in one thing you are absolutely correct, there will always be those that expect you to fall on your sword so that they can maintain their seat and pay on the name of maintaining the "bar"

Patch the holes and roll out the inflatable rat boys and girls, we are in this together