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.

Cheyenne | Mixologist

Taking risks is the easiest thing you could do at any point in your journey in my opinion. I feel it’s most important to do when you’re just starting out because you have nothing to lose or prove to anyone. As long as you do the homework beforehand what do you truly have to lose? Read more>>

Meosha Bean | Filmmaker actor

I’ve attempted to be quite “safe” throughout my life.” I didn’t take many chances. I was a character-driven child who took on all the parts. I doubt that I gave danger any attention or even considered whether I was a risk taker. I consider myself to be someone who is inquisitive and seeks out knowledge. Read more>>

Shemiah | Visual Artist & Fashion Designer &Tattoo Artist

I believe risk taking is about believing in yourself and knowing what your capable of doing, or not doing but you take the risk in finding out. I believe I took a risk in pursuing what meant to me and not doing what others wanted me to do by staying in the norm to live comfortably. Life is all about patience but who are we to say it won’t work if you don’t know and never try. Taking risk allowed me to grow and explore beyond more than what I know. Read more>> 

Dan Weidmann | Remodeling Contractor and Consultant

As a business owner, I accept that risk management is a key component of my role within the company. Ultimately, someone has to make the decisions that guide the organization to either success or failure. Read more>>

Elle Al-Muslim | Self-Care Specialist

Risk is something that is avoided but oftentimes, is inevitable when the goal is to achieve something you haven’t in the past. Starting this company was certainly a risk but considering the industry, not a tough sell. I risked the financial comforts of corporate America but with those comforts come discomforts that have often been disproportionate to the reward. Read more>>

Gajjan Singh Punjabi Folk Trap | Punjabi Trap Star

I really liked taking risk because I didn’t really like the other choices. You have to get out of your comfort zone to see what you are capable of. Risk is the only thing that got me here where I’m at today. People with no experience and who haven’t taken any risk in their life will tell you Don’t do it. You have to be willing to loose everything to gain everything and that’s how risk works. Read more>>

Christy Conoly | Founder, Stomps and Company

For most of my life, taking risks seemed like an elusive luxury, as I felt an overwhelming need to maintain control. However, I have come to realize that the world is inherently chaotic, and in embracing this truth, I have learned to step outside of my comfort zone and embrace risk. Read more>>

Aneesah skinner | Media Specialist

In the words of the wise author and philosopher, John Conway, “Life is a game, and to play it, you must take risks. The key lies in having faith in your capabilities, for without it, you will forever remain within the confines of mediocrity.” Read more>>

MamaRoot Erica | Holistic Loctician

Risks are crucial in flexing that faith muscle— whether it be faith in God, yourself, your vision, or all of the above. In business and life, you’ll have to take chances to see the results you want. Read more>>