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.

Jeri Evan

Risk has played a central role in my career, although it’s rarely looked like one dramatic leap. More often it’s meant continuing forward without having a complete map of where the next decision would lead, or even having a map at all. Entering experiential design was one example. Read More>>

Gennadiy Fefelov

As a Video and Line Producer, risk isn’t just some abstract concept or a rare, bold move; it is the absolute core of my daily routine. I actually encounter risk most prominently in the people I bring on board. Every single time I hire a new crew member for a shoot—no matter how impressive their resume is—I am taking a calculated risk. Read More>>

Shamerra P Saunders

Risk taking: how do you think about risk, what role has taking risks played in your life/career? Risk as a Teacher Risk has been one of the quiet teachers of my life and career. It has shaped my strongest decisions, refined my confidence, and turned even failure into instruction. Read More>>

Cara Delaporta

Never shy away from taking that risk. I see taking a risk as an opportunity to challenge, to grow and to change. Everything you want in life is on the other side of fear. Leaving my small town in Missouri at 18, and moving to LA was a huge risk. Read More>>