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Message: [QUOTE="zachvac, post: 826815, member: 26306"] I disagree with this topic, for the simple word "ALL". To take the shot I think you should definitely have a back-up plan (ie don't quit your job if you can't get it/another job back if you fail). You should also have back-up money if you're the primary provider in your family (sorry kids, we're homeless now, daddy was following his dream and it didn't work out). You need to be good as well, both at the game and mentally in control during downswings. This can be tested by going semi-pro before taking the final shot. Nearly everyone who dreams of going pro plays poker now. So instead of the 40 hours a week play 20. Play for a few months. Look at your winrate. Can you live on that? If so and you have the above covered, nothing wrong with taking a shot. But when you take the shot you have to know you'll probably fail, and to not have a backup plan would be extremely irresponsible, especially if there are people depending on you. [/QUOTE]