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..

Rob granicolo | Gallery & Cocktail Bar Owner

I think that in order to get to a place outside of ones comfort they need to analyze the risks involved and how succeeding at that project will create benefits & rewards. These benefits can be achieved in all aspects of ones life, by not worrying about regretting our future decisions we can think clearly and really focus on what it takes to knock the task out of the park. Read more>>

Karina Gonzalez | Entrepreneur

I see risk as a necessity of life. If you aren’t taking risks, you aren’t growing. It’s important to do things that scare you, that take you out of your comfort zone and open you up to new experiences. In doing so, you learn so much about yourself and see that you are capable of great things. Even if what you risked didn’t work out, the mere fact that you took the risk, that you put yourself out there and that you showed up for yourself in that way creates a resiliency that is only felt by ‘the doing’ – you cannot learn by simply listening, you have to engage with life, play and learn. Read more>>

Laura Pierpont | Performer, choreographer and creator of ‘Cut Dancers of NY’

Taking risks are so important! It can feel scary sometimes, and that’s okay. It can actually be more nerve racking as an adult, as there is more on the line and less things to catch us if we fall. At least it can feel like that. But honestly, what fun is life if you don’t take risks once in a while? I have learned that the coolest things that have happened to me in my life have come from risk. And as a performer, that’s pretty much every day. Read more>>

Lex Burton | Plant Lady & 3D Artist

Risk-taking is as exciting as it is scary. Before I launched Frondezvous, I worked as (and still work as) an independent social media marketer. Initially, I held onto part-time jobs while developing my own business, but eventually had to take a risk and leave those part-time jobs to focus on growth. Read more>>

Samantha Brooks | Artist & Astrologer

I’ve been called things like ‘reckless’ and ‘careless’ because I’m not afraid of taking risks. Even if I fail, I’m more comfortable saying ‘I tried’ than knowing I kept myself stagnant out of fear. Whether it’s leaving a job or leaving a relationship, this perspective is a major contributing factor to my personal and professional success. Read more>>

Carolina Borbely | Influencer/content creator

like everything in life you should always take the risk, in my case I have always tried to create content that entertains people and that also includes reaching people who do not support what I do, but I think haeters are part of fame LOL Read more>>

Adelaide Campbell | CEO Kachaca Spirits

I believe there are four essential parts to being an entrepreneur: 1) having an intrinsic entrepreneurial spirit, 2) finding the spark of an idea, 3) having time to explore and test the idea, and 4) The Leap. Read more>>

Rico Finesse | Music Artist

Risk taking Is one of the most Important things I believe You can do in life . Taking risk has taught me Many things Such as Stepping out of your comfort zone , facing your fears , Challenges and most important GROWTH . Read more>>

Roger López | Courier Importer & Cinema Student

Well, I think that every decision we make about a business or a career have a risk, because we have to choose something, and at some level be aware that it could be or not the right thing for us. I mean, when the company I worked close, I stared looking for a new job but didn’t find anything moreover the Art University accept me, so I have to choose between a career and money (I mean a job). Then I realize that had to take a risk which was star a business without knowing if it would be rentable but I was the only thing that allows me to study and had time for it. Read more>>

Roanen Campbell | Published Model and Celebrity Trainer

Risks are a big part of anyones success without them you never really become uncomfortable enough to grow. Me finally understanding that allowed me to take them even more, whether it be moving out of my parents house not knowing what I’m going to do next. Or simply starting a business where you have little to no support or expierence. But once you start , once you take the risk you realize in the long run why you did and it pays off astronomically. Read more>>

Kate Spilsbury | Foundational Planner & Holistic Retirement Educator

Before I started my company 4 years ago I shared with my mentor that I was struggling with balance. My job was demanding and often required 60 hour work weeks. I was trying to also juggle various leadership programs in my community, volunteer work with my church and raising a toddler. Read more>>

India Graham | Singer/Songwriter & Entertainer

Everything great requires taking a risk. In business, you have to be willing to invest into yourself and invest into your craft or whatever drives the passion of you pursuing whatever it is that you feel will make you great. The profession I am in may not be for everyone. It does require a certain ear for music. However, if you say you want to be great in something, you have to take a risk in order to stand out from the rest. Evolving is very necessary for one’s success. Read more>>