We make hundreds of choices every day. Although all are important, most have short-term implications. John cites four that have longer-term consequences. Once made, they are harder to change and often involve financial and other challenges. If you make them right, you are often happy and fulfilled. If you make them wrong, they often lead to unhappiness. John will get you to think about career, marriage & family, retirement, and faith or religion. Whatever choices you make, you and only you will have the responsibility for them.