Why we love risk-takers | Jason Thompson | TEDxWCC

Risk-Taking & Perception - Risk-takers, even when failing, are often viewed more favorably than risk avoiders [2] - Calculated risks lead to perceptions of being more in control, translating to higher promotion likelihoods and stronger evaluations [2] - Boldness is admired, and the act of taking a risk shapes how others perceive individuals [2] Workplace Dynamics - A Gallup poll indicates that 37% of US employees fear taking risks at work due to fear of failure [2] - 86% of industry leaders believe that taking risks to outpace competitors makes them better leaders [2] Business Outcomes - Companies led by risk-takers outperform competitors by 24% in revenue growth [2] Personal Development - Embracing uncertainty and taking leaps can lead to surprising outcomes and success [4]