"Tips" for a newbe/beginner
1. are you comfortable around firearms
2. do you have any experience with firearms
3. what are your expectations
4. do you have time to practice
5. do you have someone to practice with
6. do you have somewhere to practice
7. are you ready to have a gun
8. how do you value your freedom [once you become a 'gun owner' you loose part of your freedom]
Would you go with me shooting with me

Would you be willing to shoot handguns with minimum training
What are your preconceived opinions on guns
A Partial thought process
Weapon Ownership?
or did I miss your point?