Without risk, the world would go nowhere. The wright brothers wouldn't have built a plane, Neil Armstrong wouldn't have made it to the moon, and we would probably still be sitting in caves, too afraid to go outside because nature can be a violent and dangerous thing. In the modern world, every business that you see, hear, or know about is the product of risk. Somebody had to risk their savings, and maybe even their house in order to build up that business. My Dad took that risk over 5 years ago, and started his own recruiting business. Unfortunately, the economy tanked and the business didn't survive. But he doesn't regret taking that risk, and the results weren't all bad. Most entrepreneurs fail in their first business, and it takes a while to learn how to do it right. My dad learned a lot about business, and he had fun doing it. And even now, as I am getting ready to apply for financial aid from colleges, the fact that my Dad wasn't making a lot of money while he was running his business means that I won't have to pay as much for school.
Right now, my dad has gone back to a normal job. He is working as a regional seed sales manager for Land O Lakes. But I don't think he has given up. Once my siblings and I are off at college, he will have more freedom to try again. And although it may be a risk, the experience, and the potential outcomes are worth it.
PS. sorry this is late....I was absorbed in my MoPro and the time just flew by
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