We asked some brilliant folks from the community to talk to us about how they think about risk and the role risk has played in their lives and careers.

Megan Dinnerstein | Owner of Camelia Bridal

Especially in the USA, the land of endless choices for consumers, starting any business is a huge risk. However, the way I think about risk might not be the same that other people do. Instead of “what if this goes wrong?”, I operate with a “there is nothing better I could be doing right now, so why not try?” mentality. Read more>>

Lyndelle Sanjuanero | Owner and Head Chef | Olla Olla LLC

Risks are leaps of faith. I nor Olla Olla Crêpes would be here had I not quit my job working at a Walmart warehouse full time. I quit, didn’t really have a concrete plan, just a dream, and no money to my name. I took the risk of asking my good friend Jorge D.L.C. if he could loan me $100 so I could start selling crepes as a pop up. Read more>>

Wilson Neloy | Business Owner & Sneaker Influencer

Risk is the driving force behind staying stagnant or thriving in business, if you become comfortable and end up playing it safe there are many missed opportunities for growth and expansion. If I didn’t take risks within my own life I wouldn’t have even started my own business, and that alone would’ve stunted any relationships or business opportunities that I have received. Read more>>

Jasmine Chavez | Face Painting

Risks are the in-the-moment, evaluation of how much you actually trust yourself. Whether you’re going in with experience or the eagerness to learn diligently along the way, how will you respond? Do you take the opportunity in front of you and be open to change, failure, success, and blatantly the unknown or play it safe? My business was born on a impulsive decision, a risk. Read more>>

Brianna Blackwell-Miller | Author, Publisher, Content Creator, & Entrepreneur

Each day presents uncertainty, as we are never certain of what lies ahead. When my sister and I embarked on the journey of founding BriAsh Media, we were aware that the company’s success would depend on our efforts. Life is a series of opportunities that require us to take risks and give our best to achieve our desired outcomes. Without risk, there can be no reward. Read more>>