It is a ridiculous thread because anyone choosing advantage play and in particular card counting as a long term occupation or main source of income, is going to be disappointed. If you are in it strictly for the money do something.....almost anything else.
Anyone pursuing card counting longterm, it is about more than money. It has to be a passion to do THIS. Don't get me wrong....we all want to make money. But there is only so much to be made as a card counter. I believe it is upper 5 figures to touching 6 figures annually for anyone seeking any kind of longevity. More if you are looking to slash and burn higher stakes for a year or until you have worn out your welcome everywhere. I have tried to show that through my participation on these forums.
So anyone comparing blackjack card counting to some other occupation is talking 2 different languages. You are comparing apples, not to oranges, but to twinkies.