Are you a risk taker? Do you think you have a stronger appetite for risk relative to your friends and family? We asked some folks from the community about their approaches to risk and have shared their thoughts below.

Jimmy Monterroso

My ability to take risks developed through a combination of painful mistakes, reflection, and the realization that risk is an essential part of progress. Early on, I learned that avoiding risks out of fear was far more dangerous than embracing them with thoughtful preparation. Read More>>

Inara Sachwani

I believe, risk is very important for growth, it creates discomfort that provokes change, whether in life or career. It’s a way to push boundaries and explore uncharted territory. If everything were safe and predictable, there’d be little room for innovation or personal development. Read More>>

Lola Dominguez

One of my favorite compliments is actually being called a risk taker. To me, that says, “Damn, she’s confident and resilient. She’s a go-getter who really believes in herself and the higher good.” Read More>>

Rebecca J. Jones

Taking chances and going into things without any knowledge of how to do them is part of the fun for me. There have been plenty of times I have told someone “Sure! I can absolutely do that!” and then once I sit down to do it, I think to myself “Shoot! How the heck am I gonna do this?!” Read More>>