Also not considering the 30 somethings (such as myself) who spent a few years working for companies in order to save up and get some experience BEFORE taking th

Also not considering the 30 somethings (such as myself) who spent a few years working for companies in order to save up and get some experience BEFORE taking the "plunge". Now I have a great portfolio, some cash and some experience that can all help me work towards this kind of goal. Doesn't necessarily put me a head of a new grad but surely doesn't put me behind either!