In our experience, most folks, including ourselves don’t have enough of an understanding of risk and the role it plays in our lives and careers and so we have made a concerted effort as a team to have conversations about risk with our interviewees. We’ve shared some highlights below.

Haley Cole | Aesthetician & Cosmetic Laser Technician

I think taking risks are equally essential for success and failure. I believe starting a business (Vital Skin Company) was a huge risk, none the less it was worth it. Taking the risk has allowed me to step into a new role as a business owner & Esthetician. Taking the risk has come with rewards and opened doors beyond my wildest dreams. Read more>>

Cambria Dickerson | Herbalist & Public Relations Specialist

Taking risks is a necessary part of being successful in your life and your career. In moments, we will all get tested with the fear of the unknown or uncertain circumstances, which builds courage and opens us up to new possibilities. Taking risks has played a tremendous role in my personal character development and prepared me for expansion. Read more>>

Anthony Lue | Motivational Speaker/Athlete/Accessibility Consultant

You must take risks in order to grow. Getting outside of your comfort zone will teach you things that you never knew about yourself. You will make mistakes and you will learn from them. You will get a lot of No’s before that 1 Yes but if you do not take that risk, that first step, that chance on yourself, you will never know. Regret is one of the worst pains ever and you only live one life. When it is all said and done, you do not want to be saying “I wish I would have…” Take a risk, You just might surprise yourself! Read more>>

Ryan Jensen | Artist

I believe that everything we do in life has some amount of risk. It’s a make or break moment with no guarantee that it will pay off. It usually gives me a ton of anxiety but it’s those feelings that drive me to take it. It could open a door to something amazing or nothing at all. Some things are better left with a simply no but I can say I tried. All the risks I have taken has brought me to this exact point in my journey. Read more>>