[quote=brothaK]so raymond james over wirehouse?[/quote]

I don't know Raymond James' program, but I reiterate that name brand recognition is an asset, at least while you are an unknown rookie.  I'd bet that very few people would recognize the Raymond James name.  I'm sure they are a fantastic company but not so sure that their payouts are going to be much higher (as an 'employed' broker, not an indy) than a wirehouse, plus I'd bet that wirehouses will give you a better overall package (assuming your worth it).

I would focus your attention on the companies that can increase your odds of surviving.  Although I am not one of these zealots that believe wholeheartedly that the wirehouses' brand recognition is the holy grail, I do believe it can really help an unknown, ungroomed rookie attract clients.

[quote=dude][quote=brothaK]

dude that was probably the best post on this thread. Thanks man.

Could I ask what platform do you work in? wire, bank, indy etc..

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I have worked in wirehouse and bank channels and honestly, this is hard to say.......I may be on my way out after 4 years in the biz, despite having all the attributes you mentioned *plus* GOOD LOOKS to boot:

DO NOT underestimate the challenge of this work, and it is only getting harder.  Even for us smart, buff and *ahem* humble guys.

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HEY- I KNOW THAT GUY- He's the one who blew up his arms! Took Steriods for YEARS... pumped his arms so large they got infected and blew up.....Now he crusades against steriod use.

[quote=Indyone]That guy was on TLC last night.  His arm literally blew up and doctors had to cut part of the muscle out to get rid of an infection...fascinating...and gruesome.[/quote]

Just saw this- you watched that too? He used dirty needles shooting up the steroids... it was right after Sports Disasters... Guess he made his point... did you notice the tie in with Schwartzenegger? Are they implying... maybe he did a little something. Could explain why my state is so screwed up right now.

OK, OK, Ok........I admit it.

It's not me.

(thank God)