As far as getting where you want to go, it's all about you, your needs, and where do you actually want to go. There's 1000's of ways to get there, the main thing is being comfortable in what you are doing, and obviously supporting yourself while you do it. What's your current experience anyways??? Will Cirrus actually use you to instruct? If you're only looking to build a few hundred hours, not going to bode well with Cirrus if they train you etc.... and you leave quickly. The industry right now is in the low-timers favor to move up quickly, so making that known is a good idea wherever you go. There is no right or wrong way in my opinion, as long as you evaluate your involvement in each given situation. I have tons of friends that have moved up and on very fast, and are very happy. I also know people that made a bad decision(well maybe a few) and they are stuck in a long contract and can't get out. Bad pay, poor treatment, etc.. So really educate yourself, but never be afraid to change your plan as you go, because things really do change, and opportunities come up that are a side-track, but in the end might just be better than what you had going in the first place.