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.

Dr. Toya Spencer-Philmore | 3x Author, Business Consultant, & Certified Counselor

Life is all about taking risks. Some risks are favorable while others are not so much so. However, the biggest risk that I have taken with my life is relocating my family from my hometown of Memphis to Lawrenceville, GA. The move has been challenging yet favorable. Read more>>

Jalon Aka Jaylawn Dukes | Artist & Entrepreneur

I believe risks are essential to building an empire. I like to look at risks as potential success, because you can gain just as much as you could lose. Everyone is afraid to take them, but when you step out on faith and trust in God, he’ll make sure to guide your every step. He’ll allow you to trip up and fall, but he will always be there to pick you back up. I’ve taken multiple risks when it came to schooling and jobs, but had I not I wouldn’t be on the path i’m on today. Read more>>

SamRyeBread | Artist, Sound Engineer, & Producer

I’ve never been into risks like skydiving and not wearing a seatbelt; For me, it’s more about listening to myself and following through on what I see for myself rather than what everyone else is telling me I need to do. I always find my own way to do things and stubbornly stick to them until it works out and it looks like I knew what I was doing all along. Part of this has been leaning into what is uncomfortable and difficult and never taking the easy path. Read more>>

Kiera Coleman | FASHION/BEAUTY/ LIFESTYLE INFLUENCER

Risk taking played a major part in my life! There were times when I didn’t believe I could achieve success in life because of obstacles that were in the way. Whether it was family, life, death, everyday struggles, and just trying to keep a roof over my head. I just felt like the success I wanted in life would never happen until I realized it was all in my head. Read more>>

Mario Campbell | Photographer (Mario Jaurell Photography)

The greatest risk is not taking one! I’m a firm believer that taking risks is crucial to your success in life no matter what walk of life you’re in. Taking risks helps you to expand your comfort zone and push yourself to reach new heights that can only come through taking a leap of some sort. Read more>>

Myesha Banks | MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

Risk from my perspective takes a bit of a fearless attitude. I believe taking risk involves mind control and a strong belief system. Taking risk you don’t know how it’s going to play out , where you’re getting money from , who will support you , and if it’s going to work. Coming from New York , being a NYPD officers I decided to take a risk and resign from a 6 figure career , move to atlanta and pursue my dreams. Read more>>

Gelato Pressure | Singer/songwriter

If you have any ounce of believe in yourself, being or becoming, a risk taker will be the most beneficial obstacle you could get over in this industry. Being a risk taker means you believe in yourself and you’re willing to bet on yourself. Once you’re able to do this, the universe is yours. Read more>>