My safe and sensible side tells me to pass along the same advice I received: Make a solid contribution to an established field and publish a lot to become known and respected by your community. (science.sciencemag.org)
The A4 is practical, especially in Avant and Allroad form, so will appeal to your more sensible side. (evo.co.uk)
I like to serve my version with sensible side dishes like rice and roasted broccoli, made crisp and salty so it kind of mimics those coveted French fries, though I'm sure it doesn't even come close. (familybites.ca)