The last few months (and realistically, the last few years), I've really been
struggling with whether I wanted to quit my job and pursue a PhD. However,
my opportunities at Isilon are just too exciting to pass up - it is very rare
to be able to stay at a successful company as it moves from a startup stage
to a public company. I'm in a unique position to influence and shape the
organization as it grows - and these types of opportunities are few and far
between. I've decided to put off any plans to pursue a PhD. Instead, I will
stay at Isilon until it is no longer exciting. It will take a few days (weeks)
for the impact of my decision to be felt, but I already feel relieved.