John, Not going to be. That WAS me. I just said I was from Merrill Lynch because I don't have my license yet at a real firm. And if Cisco declines, o.k., there isn't much further down to go in absolute terms, anyway, you will blame Merrill. <g>
I will be doing some cold calling, no doubt. Well, more or less luke warm calling, as most of the folks I call will at least know my name. Of course, many won't want me interrupting their soap operas or their lunches, but if I time it right, I can nail them while they are eating lunch AND watching their soaps.
However, nobody will be hearing about an analyst recommendations from me. I am not as dumb as I look. <g> If you give the co's recs, you are taking too many risks. First, the analysts are....well, we all know what they are. Second, if they, like blind pigs, happen to find an acorn once in a while, the firm is suddenly responsible for the client's wealth, not me. Which means that when I eventually hold them up for a higher payout, they will tell me "you are the weakest link. Goodbye. We'll keep your accounts with us, thank you." <g>
So, I may relate somewhat to that unfortunate former office machine salesman who made the Cisco call, but with more differences than similarities. For one thing, I have no idea how to fix your office machines. <g> |
