"My philosophy regarding risk is that I never take a bet unless I am certain I can win. Now, I don't say that to come across as risk-averse. I prefer to rely on quantifiable data when taking a calculated risk. I am all about protecting assets, and wouldn't endanger them. I once took a position with a company that I knew was a gamble in how it might aid my career. It was a management position that wasn't in my field. I realized the job wouldn't complement my resume, but I committed to working for them through the summer, and I stayed true to my word. I learned a lot about leadership, project management, and time management. I also learned a lot about communication. Although the position was outside of my field, I still learned skills that have since aided me in my professional and personal life. So in that regard, the risk paid off."