Run File 06: Decision (optional)

Where do you stand now?

You’ve looked at the job, the race, the rules, what running would ask of you, and the support you might have.

Maybe you’re ready. Maybe you’ve discovered reasons to wait. Maybe you’re still missing an answer that matters.

This isn’t a test, and you don’t owe anyone a particular decision.

Use this final Run File to record where you stand today. You can change your mind later.

Section 1
- Where are you leaning?
Where are you leaning?
Choose the answer that fits best.
I’m running.I’m ready to take the next steps toward becoming a candidate.Not this time.This race, office, or moment isn’t right for me.I’d rather help another way.I want to contribute, but I don’t want to be the candidate.I need more information.There’s something important I still need to figure out.
You can leave this unanswered if you’re not ready to choose.
Section 2
- What’s driving your decision?
What’s driving your decision?
Think about what you’ve learned, what surprised you, what concerns you, or what makes you want to move forward.
Section 3
- Is there anything you need to know or settle before you can move forward?
Is there anything you need to know or settle before you can move forward?
If you’ve made your decision, you can leave this blank.
Section 4
- What’s one thing you’ll do next?
- When would you like to do it?
What’s one thing you’ll do next?
It might be confirming a deadline, having a conversation, talking with your family, exploring another way to help, or beginning to prepare your campaign.
When would you like to do it?
Your Decision
My decision, for now
Not answered yet
What matters most
Not answered yet
Still unresolved
Not answered yet
My next step
Not answered yet

You don’t have to run to make a difference. And deciding to wait doesn’t mean you’ve closed the door forever.

If you’re ready to run, the next Game Plan, So, You’re Running. Now What?, will help you start getting organized.

If you’re not running, or you’re still deciding, you can keep this Run File and return to it whenever you need to.

It’s your decision. Make it with your eyes open.