Have you ever wanted to take a risk and not done it? I know I have. I’m a bit of a creature of habit who likes comfort. But sometimes, there is that little voice that tells you to just “go for it” and take a risk. Sometimes that voice can be your inner self and sometimes it’s an exterior voice providing you support and encouragement. Think back at your life. Who has pushed you to take a plunge or do something different? Frequently it’s a family member, a spouse or significant other or a mentor. Whomever it is, take a second to think about what would have happened had they not given you a little or big push. Where would you be now?
As Father’s Day approaches, we focus our lenses of attention on the Dads of our lives. I know that I do. And these Dads are not confined to your direct family. They can be fatherly figures and people who you look up to and respect. If you are a Dad, think about your kids. Do you give them that support, comfort and strength to enable their dreams? Being a dad is not a job nor a chore. It’s a way of life. Frequently, you have to remove your own fears and uncertainties just to be a better father. You might take a risk so that your kids don’t have to.
This Father’s Day, The Case Foundation wants to know about your story of how your dad or a dad in your life has helped you succeed through taking a risk. They have a site devoted to being fearless, with five key elements of a “Fearless Approach:”
- Make Big Bets – taking the easy road in small steps leads to insignificant gains
- Experiment Early & Often - don’t be afraid to go first; know that even if you fail, experience matters
- Make Failure Matter – failure teaches – learn from it; wear your failures like a badge of honor
- Reach Beyond Your Bubble – share the risk through collaboration and reap the benefits through new ideas & innovations
- Let Urgency Conquer Fear – there is just too much work to be done to hesitate
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