> In the US there is minimal social stigma for trying something ambitious and failing I think fear of bankruptcy can be a higher deterrent for foolish risks th

> In the US there is minimal social stigma for trying something ambitious and failing I think fear of bankruptcy can be a higher deterrent for foolish risks than social stigma. > In many parts of the world, trying something and failing is held against you In Europe you don't lose people's sympathy if you try something and fail.