Table Selection
A quick way to decide if an opportunity is worth taking, inspired by The Staff Engineer's Path by Tanya Reilly and this post. Rate each factor, adjust what matters to you, and the answer updates as you go.
Your ratings
0 is the worst case, 4 is the best.
Adjust priorities
How much each factor counts toward the score. The defaults add up to 100%.
FAQ
What is this tool for?
It helps you think through work opportunities by looking at the same factors every time. Check the blog post for the full background.
Should I trust the result?
Not blindly. Even the author doesn't. It's a way to clear your head and notice what you're weighing. The decision stays yours, based on your own judgment and the context of the opportunity.
How do I use it?
Move each slider to estimate the opportunity on that factor. The result updates immediately and tells you Yes or No with a percentage.
Can I use it for non-career decisions?
Yes. Reinterpret the factors and set the weights to fit the decision.
Can I change the weights?
Yes. Open "Adjust priorities" and move the sliders so the weights reflect your goals.
What does the result mean?
It's the weighted score as a percentage of the maximum. Yes means the score reaches 62.5% (2.5 out of 4), No means it doesn't.