How do you think about risk? What role has taking risks played in your life/career? Check out responses from hidden gems from our community below.

Dorys Tijerina And Erika Patino

Taking risks has played a huge role in opening our business. My business partner and I are both attorneys, and have demanding, full-time careers that we both love. But we also shared a dream—to open a restaurant. It was definitely a leap of faith, balancing our legal work with launching a brand-new business in an entirely different industry. But sometimes, you need a new chapter. You have to be willing to take a risk on something new.  Read More>>

SteVonna Williams

I’ve never been afraid to take a risk—it’s just always been in me. From a young age, I knew that playing it safe wasn’t going to get me where I wanted to be. One of the biggest risks I took was moving from Houston to Dallas with nothing but my children and faith in myself. I didn’t have much, but I had vision.

Entrepreneurship came naturally because I’ve always found ways to provide. I started doing taxes on the side just to make a little extra money, but I quickly realized this was my lane. I stayed consistent, stayed focused, and poured into my craft. Read More>>

Norah Shazad

I believe risk is essential to growth, as long as you’re being smart about it. To me, taking risks isn’t about being reckless; it’s about being intentional, prepared, and willing to step outside your comfort zone when it counts. You can’t make real progress, especially financially, without some level of investment and most investments come with risk. That’s just the reality of building something meaningful. Read More>>

Jerrica Wilson

Life is all about believing in oneself and taking chances. In Arlington, Texas, I decided to complete my bachelor’s degree at UTA after COVID. Despite my anxiety due to the fact that I had just launched my business, I quit my full-time job and went full-time into baking in order to complete my coursework. This decision took a long time to make, but I’m glad I did. Because of my schedule, I was able to organize cookie dough lessons for children and participate in various pop-ups in addition to graduating. You should always bet on yourself. Don’t let other people convince you not to have confidence in yourself and to aim high! Read More>>

Kyle Good

Risk has always been a significant part of my journey as a videographer. Early on, I had to take risks that stretched my comfort zone, whether it was investing in expensive equipment I wasn’t sure I could afford, or taking on projects that were way outside my skillset at the time. But those risks ultimately paid off in ways I didn’t expect. Read More>>