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 ri

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.