Re: On the fence.. wondering if X will be a headache or a blessing...

As others are indicating. FCPX is perfect for this kind of work. If the editor doesn't have NLE background to "unlearn" X will be intuitive. Fast input and fast export for fast turnaround. Lots of built in an inexpensive plugins to add FX and looks for nice looking results. The ability to toss almost anything into it and it just works, mostly without rendering. Personally I think one of FCPX's best targets is the small business that needs something professional, fast turnaround, easy to learn for a non editor. They'll have a good online community to turn to for support as well. Lots of great training for them to use. Some of it even free.