We asked some of the most interesting folks in the community to open up about how they think about taking chances and the role risk has played in their lives and careers. Risk is by far the topic folks talk to us most about and we hope the responses below will help shed light on many different perspectives.

Karina Doll Vasquez

I truly believe risks in a way is you dreaming but in real life! Like you have seen this vision in your head. You are supposed to feel scared! Growth will not happen without risk. Every dream starts with an idea, but it’s the action—the leap of faith—that turns it into reality. Without risk, I wouldn’t have my beautiful suite. Read More>>

Dena Shaskan

Risk has been a constant companion throughout my career—not in a reckless way, but in a way that comes from trusting my gut, knowing my craft, and being willing to bet on myself. I’ve spent over 35 years in kitchens, built multiple businesses from scratch, and now I’ve opened Wines From a Broad, a wine bar and shop with a very specific mission: celebrating and selling only wines made by women. Read More>>

Calabrea Rhodes

Honestly, taking risks is the reason Eluxy even exists. I’ve learned that growth doesn’t live in your comfort zone, you have to be willing to bet on yourself even when the odds feel stacked. Launching my business while finishing nursing school was one of the biggest risks I’ve taken. But I knew I had something special to offer, and I refused to let fear hold me back. Read More>>

SEMAJE

Taking risks is just as important as breathing, honestly. You can’t really live life without them. Everything we do involves some form of risk, and it’s not always a bad thing. When you’re moving with faith and believing that something good will come out of it, risk becomes a whole different thing. Read More>>