1. Make time for a change...

It takes time to make a plan for change and then work that plan. What commitments do you need to let go of? What consumes your time that doesn't give you a wonderful present or future?

2. Make room for a change...

You're "putting up with" more than you realize. Would your life be chaotic if you found work you love? Would the laundry keep piling up, would your home look like a refugee zone, would you ever eat a healthy meal? Get these distractions on automatic pilot so you can spend your time on getting things you really want.

3. Get financially stable...

Money can be the number one obstacle to pursuing what you really want - if you can't support yourself, you'll just drain energy away....energy that you could be using to find your perfect work.

4. Handle the past...

Do you know you're being held back by unresolved issues? Get the help you need to wipe the slate clean.

5. Get centered...

Capture your compelling vision. Admit that there's something wonderful out there waiting for you to recognize it. Think bigger than you've ever thought before.

6. Get physically healthy...

Create an exercise and healthy eating routine. Making a big move requires energy and clarity - two of the biggest benefits of taking good care of yourself.

7. Get mentally fit...

Find ways to exercise your mind -- read, go to seminars, watch educational TV.

8. Get support...

Barbara Sher, author of Wishcraft, says that isolation is the real dreamkiller. Build a community of like-minded people who want to help you reach your goals.

9. Start having fun NOW...

If you're miserable in your job, chances are the rest of your life isn't much fun either. Make a list of 3-10 things that you know you have fun doing, and then schedule some time to do at least one this week. Learn how to take Action and learn from the results

10. Get perspective...

Create a forum for insights - begin a daily journal that reveals what's most important to you. You'll want to know the things you value most; your basic needs; and the things that you really want.