For both of these examples, I had to be vulnerable.  I was able to do that because I knew that no matter how they would’ve ended up, my best friend and husband would be there supporting me at the end of the day.  Frankly, it’s easier for them because I’m the one taking the risk, but for me, not having someone to support me would be the greatest risk.

And honestly, had I not taken those risks, what’s the worst thing that could’ve happened?  Someone else could’ve come up with the great idea on how to hire the engineers and I could still be in my old job.  Either way, my friends and family would still love me and I experienced something new.  I didn’t lose anything.  I knew I was taking a risk and could fail miserably or soar.  From my perspective, however, the greater risk was the regret of not doing them.