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I didn't see anything about "taking risks" in the article. He's helping young entrepreneurs overcome obstacles like age discrimination and to succeed with their

I didn't see anything about "taking risks" in the article. He's helping young entrepreneurs overcome obstacles like age discrimination and to succeed with their business plans. His own personal history is one of honing his own skills and finding meaningful ways to use them. This whole "entrepreneurship = taking risks" narrative is getting a little out of hand lately. First and foremost, entrepreneurs should have a worthwhile business idea and the skill and capabilities to assess and realize it. Confidence in doing so comes with skill. Taking risks is for the casino, or for investors who lack the means to evaluate a business proposal.

surge 11y ago
He deviated from the safe expected route of being a doctor, even after he was one, and started his own business or had side enterprises. That's seen as very risky, albeit he had a huge safety net when he decided to do so given he already had enough money to retire. It's not so much about taking risks as being in a position to take risks.
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paulhauggis 11y ago
Businesses with the least risk also usually are extremly competitive and offer the least amount of profit.