13. Willing to risk. This is the most crucial factor. No risk, no reward is the biggest understatement in the business world. It should be stated -- no risk, no nothing. Taking chances is a common thread among every successful person. No risk, no reward, the saying goes -- and it's true. Most people won't risk because they think they fear the unknown. The real reason people won't risk is that they lack the preparation and education that breeds the self-confidence (self-belief) to take a chance. Risk is the basis of success. If you want to succeed, you'd better be willing to risk whatever it
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