Too old to break “in”?

Hey guys , I’m taking a pretty non-traditional path to the finance industry(i.e not sell side to buy side), but I’m hoping it’s not all for nothing. I understand anything is possible at whatever age but truthfully, what is too old ?

What career/experience milestones should be accomplished by what ages to have an easier transition into higher paying roles at buy side firms, HF’s , PM, and similar lucrative positions ?

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