Originally Posted by
SkyHigh
Your premise is that success in aviation relies solely upon effort. I say that luck and timing play a larger roll. Even a dedicated and talented real estate agent realises when it is time to hang it up. If the market is sour no amount of phone calls will make a difference. At some point it becomes sheer stupidity to carry on. In addition a Real Estate agent only has a 30 day training program on the line. A pilot has much more to loose.
SkyHigh
Actually, attitude more than effort. I've had several opportunities to 'hang it up', but I resisted. I've always been happy with my choice.