Splunk isn't for everyone. Anyone saying that the "Golden Days Are Gone" have a nonsensical nostalgic view of a 500 person company with a single focus and short list of priorities. They're like Uncle Rico reminiscing about his "glory" days back in '82, and it's a little absurd. No, Splunk isn't high school anymore. Hang up your letterman jacket, embrace the path forward, realize that the journey ahead provides its own unique set of experience and opportunities, and you'll love Splunk.