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TheVTCGuy · 15 June 2017, 12:10 AM

I have always admired NYC, but as a visitor. Have an offer (a VERY lucrative one) from an organization on Sixth avenue. Quite a transition from the beaches of San Diego to Manhattan... Has anyone made that transition? What do you guys think?

antbkny · 15 June 2017, 12:13 AM

based on your photo, your position is sideways

embrace change and good luck with the interview!

wantonebad · 15 June 2017, 12:14 AM

Never worked on the westcoast though I did go to school there, and I did work in Manhattan for 6 months. The money has to be right. Living in Manhattan is a non stater for most, it's just too expensive. As are the surrounding burrows. Where do you think you'd live? NJ, that commute is life-altering soul-sucking. Would have to be really really lucrative for that move. Can't put a price on peace of mind and quality of life. JMHO

superdog · 15 June 2017, 12:15 AM

Good luck!!

I hope you move here. I'd love to meet up and go treasure hunting.

Pix · 15 June 2017, 12:16 AM

No thanks, I would not give up the SD lifestyle. I commuted from the midwest to NYC for 2 years, love it for working not for lifestyle.

bdex75 · 15 June 2017, 12:22 AM

Not for me. I know San Diego is expensive but Manhattan is out of control. Would you have to live and/or commute there or could you work remote just in the area? I am not a fan of NYC but that is just me.

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mjclark32 · 15 June 2017, 12:23 AM

Born and raised in North Jersey, went into the city very often. I interned in the city during college, but agree with Marc, the commute sucks. There are plenty of people that do it, but it wasn't for me.
I'm sure SD is plenty expensive so the costs are probably pretty similar.
I doubt there have been many that have made that exact transition, SD to NYC.

We recently moved and while looking for homes we encountered a realtor who told us the family was originally from California (can't remember where) and a company here in Philadelphia gave him an opportunity and $$ he couldn't refuse. They lasted one winter... and went back to the old job...

Good luck

RichM · 15 June 2017, 12:30 AM

I lived in Manhattan for 10 years of my 50 years in NY. Although I enjoyed living in NYC, if would really have to be a lucrative offer to get me to leave Southern California for NY.

The weather alone would be a deal breaker for me.

Good luck with the interview Paul.

socialpro · 15 June 2017, 12:30 AM

No way would I pack up west coast life / lifestyle / weather (!!) for that of new york city. But I guess it also depends what mindset and position you are in life (family/no family, single/married, lots of disposable income, age, etc), and whether you can take advantage of all that NYC has to offer.

Been there on numerous occasions for 2-3 days and by then I was ready to get the F out.

Good luck with the interview and hope all goes well!!

rolexgiants · 15 June 2017, 12:48 AM

[QUOTE=wantonebad;7680975]Never worked on the westcoast though I did go to school there, and I did work in Manhattan for 6 months. The money has to be right. Living in Manhattan is a non stater for most, it's just too expensive. As are the surrounding burrows. Where do you think you'd live? NJ, that commute is life-altering soul-sucking. Would have to be really really lucrative for that move. Can't put a price on peace of mind and quality of life. JMHO

AzPaul · 15 June 2017, 12:50 AM

Good luck

rolexgiants · 15 June 2017, 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I have always admired NYC, but as a visitor. Have an offer (a VERY lucrative one) from an organization on Sixth avenue. Quite a transition from the beaches of San Diego to Manhattan... Has anyone made that transition? What do you guys think?

You might find the woman of your dreams. LOL. Single women outnumber men almost 3 to 1 in NYC

joli160 · 15 June 2017, 01:00 AM

What Marc says

mannyv11 · 15 June 2017, 01:03 AM

Good luck Paul, personally I wouldn't move to New York for all of the money in the world.
It is a fun place to visit, but I need room to roam around city life just isn't for me lol.

BNA/LION · 15 June 2017, 01:08 AM

Paul, you never mentioned possibly moving. Are you considering leave San Diego, CA?

Personally IMHO - I would not leave San Diego. Especially if you are going to be traveling for your job anyway and do not need to be in the corporate office. Offer to stay the first few months in corporate housing if they want you to integrate into their company/culture then work out of San Diego, Skype meetings, face-to-face once a month. Come up with some creative strategies to discuss if the moving issues comes up.

Good Luck!

PS- Anna will never move from here!

Halothane · 15 June 2017, 01:13 AM

I love NYC- to visit!
My dream would be to live in San Diego/ Coronado. Big difference. Don't discount that lovely weather you have.

Danny83 · 15 June 2017, 01:17 AM

Thats a big choice Paul

Rolex addict · 15 June 2017, 01:36 AM

Couldn't pay me enough to live in or near NYC.

swils8610 · 15 June 2017, 01:39 AM

Depends on the deal...good luck Paul!

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Old Geezer · 15 June 2017, 01:40 AM

That would be a huge adjustment on many levels. Can you work from home / travel for the position even though your employer is in NYC ? If that were an option, it could be a nice way to advance your career without giving up the SoCal lifestyle. Good luck with your interview.

encarter13 · 15 June 2017, 01:40 AM

Paul, I do not know much about you other than your love for Anna and that your best friend is names Jocke. However, I do know about living in SoCal and it would take a great deal of money for me to leave that climate and face NYC winter. As many have mentioned, the cost of living, drive/commute times, etc will just be horrendous. I would do a few calculations with NYC living cost vs San Diego living cost and see how much a raise I would actually be getting.

For those of you that live in NYC, please note that I am not trashing your city. I love to visit for a few days at a time, but I could never live there.

123Blueface · 15 June 2017, 01:41 AM

Spent 30 years in the NYC area.
Have only been to San Diego as a visitor.

Hell no. Don't do it. Money is not everything.

encarter13 · 15 June 2017, 01:42 AM

Actually, I found a chart that compares NYC, San Diego, and the US average.

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SemperFi · 15 June 2017, 01:56 AM

Having spent just about my whole life in NYC, I'd say it would need to be a no brainer of a deal before I'd give up the SD lifestyle.
Best of luck with your decision Paul.

Star Ferry · 15 June 2017, 01:57 AM

A comfortable apartment near midtown (e.g. a 1 BR in Flatiron with elevator, doorman, and simple amenities) will be $4000/month or higher.

You'd also need to be okay with 1) real winters and 2) less natural surroundings.

But if the money's right, it's not a bad place to live and work. I still think it's more liveable than SF.

If you plan on having kids in the near future, that could be a deal breaker (the public schools aren't great and the good private schools are extremely selective).

TheRolexKingofLV · 15 June 2017, 02:02 AM

Good luck Paul, knock em dead at the interview!

SearChart · 15 June 2017, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

You might find the woman of your dreams. LOL. Single women outnumber men almost 3 to 1 in NYC

There might be a reason for that.

incontrol · 15 June 2017, 02:13 AM

Good luck Paul on the interview. You can easily commute from Hoboken which is a great city in NJ where lots of millennial live. You can live on the Jersey side, very close to Manhattan. Its not a big deal and will save you big time on expenses.

All the best!

kneedeep · 15 June 2017, 02:15 AM

Good luck, Paul!! If it ticks all the boxes and you're ready for a big change, go for it! Otherwise, you're already in a primo location now!

Thatguy · 15 June 2017, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex addict

Couldn't pay me enough to live in or near NYC.

My thoughts as well.

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15 June 2017, 12:14 AM	#3
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Never worked on the westcoast though I did go to school there, and I did work in Manhattan for 6 months. The money has to be right. Living in Manhattan is a non stater for most, it's just too expensive. As are the surrounding burrows. Where do you think you'd live? NJ, that commute is life-altering soul-sucking. Would have to be really really lucrative for that move. Can't put a price on peace of mind and quality of life. JMHO __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

15 June 2017, 12:15 AM	#4
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	Good luck!! I hope you move here. I'd love to meet up and go treasure hunting. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

15 June 2017, 12:23 AM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Born and raised in North Jersey, went into the city very often. I interned in the city during college, but agree with Marc, the commute sucks. There are plenty of people that do it, but it wasn't for me. I'm sure SD is plenty expensive so the costs are probably pretty similar. I doubt there have been many that have made that exact transition, SD to NYC. We recently moved and while looking for homes we encountered a realtor who told us the family was originally from California (can't remember where) and a company here in Philadelphia gave him an opportunity and $$ he couldn't refuse. They lasted one winter... and went back to the old job... Good luck __________________

15 June 2017, 12:30 AM	#8
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,775	I lived in Manhattan for 10 years of my 50 years in NY. Although I enjoyed living in NYC, if would really have to be a lucrative offer to get me to leave Southern California for NY. The weather alone would be a deal breaker for me. Good luck with the interview Paul. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

15 June 2017, 12:50 AM	#11
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15 June 2017, 12:13 AM	#2
antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	based on your photo, your position is sideways embrace change and good luck with the interview!

15 June 2017, 12:16 AM	#5
Pix "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: midwest Watch: SS Datejust Posts: 1,288	No thanks, I would not give up the SD lifestyle. I commuted from the midwest to NYC for 2 years, love it for working not for lifestyle.

15 June 2017, 12:22 AM	#6
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	Not for me. I know San Diego is expensive but Manhattan is out of control. Would you have to live and/or commute there or could you work remote just in the area? I am not a fan of NYC but that is just me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 June 2017, 12:30 AM	#9
socialpro "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Alex Watch: Rolex \|\| Panerai Posts: 1,348	No way would I pack up west coast life / lifestyle / weather (!!) for that of new york city. But I guess it also depends what mindset and position you are in life (family/no family, single/married, lots of disposable income, age, etc), and whether you can take advantage of all that NYC has to offer. Been there on numerous occasions for 2-3 days and by then I was ready to get the F out. Good luck with the interview and hope all goes well!!

15 June 2017, 12:48 AM	#10
rolexgiants "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: new york, usa Posts: 2,903	[QUOTE=wantonebad;7680975]Never worked on the westcoast though I did go to school there, and I did work in Manhattan for 6 months. The money has to be right. Living in Manhattan is a non stater for most, it's just too expensive. As are the surrounding burrows. Where do you think you'd live? NJ, that commute is life-altering soul-sucking. Would have to be really really lucrative for that move. Can't put a price on peace of mind and quality of life. JMHO

15 June 2017, 01:00 AM	#13
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,761	What Marc says __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

15 June 2017, 01:03 AM	#14
mannyv11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Manny Location: MA Watch: DD,Sub,GMT,Daytona Posts: 4,510	Good luck Paul, personally I wouldn't move to New York for all of the money in the world. It is a fun place to visit, but I need room to roam around city life just isn't for me lol.

15 June 2017, 01:08 AM	#15
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,661	Paul, you never mentioned possibly moving. Are you considering leave San Diego, CA? Personally IMHO - I would not leave San Diego. Especially if you are going to be traveling for your job anyway and do not need to be in the corporate office. Offer to stay the first few months in corporate housing if they want you to integrate into their company/culture then work out of San Diego, Skype meetings, face-to-face once a month. Come up with some creative strategies to discuss if the moving issues comes up. Good Luck! PS- Anna will never move from here! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

15 June 2017, 01:13 AM	#16
Halothane 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Anonymous Location: location location Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 2,375	I love NYC- to visit! My dream would be to live in San Diego/ Coronado. Big difference. Don't discount that lovely weather you have.

15 June 2017, 01:17 AM	#17
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,314	Thats a big choice Paul

15 June 2017, 01:36 AM	#18
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	Couldn't pay me enough to live in or near NYC.

15 June 2017, 01:39 AM	#19
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Depends on the deal...good luck Paul! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

15 June 2017, 01:40 AM	#20
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,287	That would be a huge adjustment on many levels. Can you work from home / travel for the position even though your employer is in NYC ? If that were an option, it could be a nice way to advance your career without giving up the SoCal lifestyle. Good luck with your interview.

15 June 2017, 01:40 AM	#21
encarter13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: Georgia Posts: 2,613	Paul, I do not know much about you other than your love for Anna and that your best friend is names Jocke. However, I do know about living in SoCal and it would take a great deal of money for me to leave that climate and face NYC winter. As many have mentioned, the cost of living, drive/commute times, etc will just be horrendous. I would do a few calculations with NYC living cost vs San Diego living cost and see how much a raise I would actually be getting. For those of you that live in NYC, please note that I am not trashing your city. I love to visit for a few days at a time, but I could never live there. __________________ Instagram - watches_wine

15 June 2017, 01:41 AM	#22
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,316	Spent 30 years in the NYC area. Have only been to San Diego as a visitor. Hell no. Don't do it. Money is not everything. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

15 June 2017, 01:42 AM	#23
encarter13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: Georgia Posts: 2,613	Actually, I found a chart that compares NYC, San Diego, and the US average. NYC.png __________________ Instagram - watches_wine

15 June 2017, 01:56 AM	#24
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Having spent just about my whole life in NYC, I'd say it would need to be a no brainer of a deal before I'd give up the SD lifestyle. Best of luck with your decision Paul. __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

15 June 2017, 01:57 AM	#25
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	A comfortable apartment near midtown (e.g. a 1 BR in Flatiron with elevator, doorman, and simple amenities) will be $4000/month or higher. You'd also need to be okay with 1) real winters and 2) less natural surroundings. But if the money's right, it's not a bad place to live and work. I still think it's more liveable than SF. If you plan on having kids in the near future, that could be a deal breaker (the public schools aren't great and the good private schools are extremely selective).

15 June 2017, 02:02 AM	#26
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Good luck Paul, knock em dead at the interview! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

15 June 2017, 02:13 AM	#28
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	Good luck Paul on the interview. You can easily commute from Hoboken which is a great city in NJ where lots of millennial live. You can live on the Jersey side, very close to Manhattan. Its not a big deal and will save you big time on expenses. All the best! __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

15 June 2017, 02:15 AM	#29
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	Good luck, Paul!! If it ticks all the boxes and you're ready for a big change, go for it! Otherwise, you're already in a primo location now! __________________ Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018

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