There is a wealth of academic research that suggests that differences in risk appetite are at the heart of differences in career and business trajectories. We wanted to go beyond the theory and ask real people from the community about their perspectives and experiences with risk and risk taking.

Roberto Cordero | Digital Creator

Risk means taking a chance, trying something new, and possibly failing or succeeding, but we have to experience risk in our lives. Taking chances is one of the most crucial ways of helping to level up our skills and career path. I know that without taking risks, it would have been impossible to achieve success and reach my full potential. Read more>>

Maggie Hoffman | World Love Founder and Photographer

Taking a risk is really just having the courage to manage your fears. I have to have a conversation with myself that says if this doesn’t work….well at least I tried. And I would rather die having tried things rather than having a perfectly preserved life where everything works out because you never stepped outside. Read more>>

Callie Grimme | Arizona Wedding Photographer

Isn’t risk taking such an important part for creative work?? Don’t get me wrong, I love rules every now and then, but you learn so much more about yourself when you’re scared. Especially if it’s in regards to your business! Being confident in myself as a wedding photographer was the only reason I left my bartending/serving jobs. Read more>>