Listen "Taking Risks 101 - Creator Sessions with Tom Otton and Dia Hassan - 04 - 04 - 19"
Episode Synopsis
This episode - Risk Taking 101 is, yes, all about taking risks, and the process of decision making. It is so relevant in this market right now, within our agency and even our own professional lives. If you’re in this space, reach out and let us know.
Tom talks about the new office as a prime example of how we’re growing the business, taking on the risk while protecting the downside. Dia shares insights about how to pay attention to your physical and mental state, when you’re about to make big decisions that can impact your future.
Show notes and links:
In this episode we mentioned Tim Ferris’ concept of Fear Setting:
Have a read: https://medium.com/@checkli/fear-setting-free-checklist-download-template-tim-ferriss-dd9773a270d1
You can also watch his Ted Talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/tim_ferriss_why_you_should_define_your_fears_instead_of_your_goals?language=en
And we also quote Richard Branson, a lot:
“It is only by being bold that you get anywhere. If you are a risk-taker, then the art is to protect the downside.”
Here is RB’s 4 rules of decision making:
https://www.businessinsider.com/how-richard-branson-makes-difficult-decisions-2015-10#1-dont-act-on-an-emotional-response-1
Tom talks about the new office as a prime example of how we’re growing the business, taking on the risk while protecting the downside. Dia shares insights about how to pay attention to your physical and mental state, when you’re about to make big decisions that can impact your future.
Show notes and links:
In this episode we mentioned Tim Ferris’ concept of Fear Setting:
Have a read: https://medium.com/@checkli/fear-setting-free-checklist-download-template-tim-ferriss-dd9773a270d1
You can also watch his Ted Talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/tim_ferriss_why_you_should_define_your_fears_instead_of_your_goals?language=en
And we also quote Richard Branson, a lot:
“It is only by being bold that you get anywhere. If you are a risk-taker, then the art is to protect the downside.”
Here is RB’s 4 rules of decision making:
https://www.businessinsider.com/how-richard-branson-makes-difficult-decisions-2015-10#1-dont-act-on-an-emotional-response-1
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