“The accountant in me saw the risk, the entrepreneur saw the possibility. So I split the difference and kept moving forward.” —Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike.
It’s a great balancing act – knowing when to take a bold leap forward but also knowing when to pull back and assess. Finding that balance is what has made great leaders succeed despite challenges. Can you think of a time when you balanced risk factors and possibilities well during your career? We’d love to know in the comments.
