Taking Risk is essential, but how much, when and why? Taking risks effectively is as much of an art as it is a science and we’ve asked some of the brightest folks in the community to tell us about how they think about risk taking.

Hannah Herpin | Photographer

If anything comes up in my life or in my business that scares me a little bit that’s when I know I have to do it. You’ll never grow as a person or a business owner without pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and that can’t happen without taking some risks. As a creative entrepreneur, I need to constantly address where I’m feeling too comfortable. Sometimes that means I’ve worked out a system that is running perfectly and I shouldn’t mess with it but sometimes it means that that’s the exact area I’ve been neglecting. By focusing on that area and making tweaks I’ve seen huge steps taken in my business. Read more>>

Masooma DarkSerenade” Rangwala | Content Creator & Esports Professional “

I would say that taking risks is really important in terms of growth. If you’re not getting out of your comfort zone you’re not growing. Taking risks and trying new things helped me become much more confident. I started pursuing new opportunities and trying different types of content which helps me continue to grow my brand. Read more>>

Chef Kay | Chef

I think about risk as gambling…. Its 50/50 roll the dice and pray for the win. Taking risks in life both personal & business has allowed me to grow a successful business as a food truck owner. I took a few losses along the way. i learned and grew from those experiences, stayed motivated & continued with the plan. Read more>>

Aventura Flores | Owner of SPACE CITY INK & MOON MAGIC

You have to value yourself and know your worth, and to jump in and take the risk. Giving yourself a chance is the best risk you can ever take. Read more>>