Risk-taking is an essential part of our lives, both professionally and personally. Although taking such initiative can help one realize his potential, it can lead to significant losses in life. This essay will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of taking risks and why I strongly believe the advantages are superior. The main advantage of being adventurous is that it helps us identify our strengths. If we take on new tasks with unfamiliar outcomes, it pushes us to think of ways of becoming successful. As a result, we may do things that we had no idea we were capable of. For instance, Dr. Jackson, one of the biggest manufacturers in Ghana, gained his status by assuming the managerial role when his superior died. Although he did not have the knowledge and skills required for the position, he voluntarily accepted, equipping him with the skillset to open his own business. These reasons make taking on an unknown challenge extremely useful. On the other hand, engaging in an unpre...