Originally Posted By: Pat Marr
I have one main test that most of my decisions have to pass: "Is it sustainable?"

Any path that isn't sustainable is destined to fail, and the wise choice is to abandon it for a more sustainable path.

Sustainability might be defined as the ability to at least EQUAL the return on investment. As long as the path pays for itself and maybe earns a little more, you can stay on that road forever.

But if something costs you $400 per year and earns you nothing, year after year... it fails the sustainability test.

(my 2 cents, YMMV...)


I would add one key point to this...if it makes you happy and you can afford the cost then you should do it! I would guess there are a lot of us here who will not make back the amount of money we spend on gear and software but it is definitely worth it because it gives us joy! Same thing for something like Taxi! If you join and become active at Taxi it may very well be worth the time and expense for what you will learn above and beyond any deals you get referred to!

Or, it may not be worth it to you! My main point is there are metrics other than money out/money in to consider! smile