We asked some of the most interesting folks in the community to open up about how they think about taking chances and the role risk has played in their lives and careers. Risk is by far the topic folks talk to us most about and we hope the responses below will help shed light on many different perspectives.

Andy Citrin | Artist/Musician/Producer

It’s more risky to not take action than to try something that seems far-fetched. I decided early in my life that I was going to pursue a route that didn’t have a clear To-do list that guarantees money and success. The other option seemed like committing to a “stable” life that I wasn’t excited about. Read more>>

Kadesha Gordon-Simms | International teacher and Mentor :I help educators with support, encouragement, and knowledge to enable them to succeed in their career.

In my opinion, taking risks is crucial to both professional and personal development. It has helped me open doors to new experiences throughout my life and profession as a teacher. Read more>>

Dr. Steven Crane | Entrepreneur | Author | Speaker | USMC Veteran

“Risk is opportunity.” This mantra resonates through the tapestry of my life, a refrain that echoes in every daring leap and every cautious step taken. Risk is a ubiquitous companion: as mundane as sitting idly at home, as adrenaline-filled as speeding down the highway at 100 mph, as routine as the daily grind of a 9-5 job, and as bold as investing everything into a fledgling business. Read more>>

William Childs | A right brained creative making his way in an over-crowded left brained world.

Life is inherently risky. Anything you are going to attempt whether in your personal or business life will involve risk. Risk is not something to fear. If you study the people who are pioneers in their respective fields, you’ll discover rather quickly that they all shared similar traits. Read more>>