Please don't PM me whether I can write an EA for your strategy unless you are willing to pay me at least a four-digit dollar amount (depending on complexity) or want to permanently employ me for a reasonable six-digit salary per year.

The above might sound like I have turned completely megalomaniac now but I'm just fed up with eating humble pie all the time. I know (and you probably know it also) that I am far better and far more experienced than the average Joe Programmer and this must be honored.

Additionally I want to make absolutely clear that I won't shave off my beard, never wear a suit, not even a tie, and I also won't quit smoking. However, I am willing to negotiate about the red pointed cap.

Furthermore I want to make clear that I hate XML and all those who promote its unnecessary usage.