1. Does the course of action advance my interests?

2. Is there a calling, a bigger purpose?

3. Does it feel right - is it important, consistent with my values?

4. Do I have the passion to do this and stick with it?

5. Can I define "success"?

6. Do I have the tools to achieve it?

7. Have I calculated the costs and benefits, risks, rewards, and alternatives?

8. What are the consequences for my emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being?

9. Would the people closest to me think this is a good idea?

10. If this ended up in my biography (or obituary), would I be proud to see it there?