The better analogy would be - if you have no oats, stop trying to make porridge. Or go and get some oats. It is indeed tautological. Which is my primary compl

The better analogy would be - if you have no oats, stop trying to make porridge. Or go and get some oats. It is indeed tautological. Which is my primary complaint about the prevalent attitude displayed in these hiring posts. Porridge isn't going to change its' recipe for you.