risk-taking

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Entitled “Winning the Loser’s Game,” the book described two types of contests — winner’s games and loser’s games — that differ according to whether risk-taking is necessary to win.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Cindy Rose is trying to pivot WPP toward an AI-driven future while cutting costs, ending internal rivalries and destigmatizing risk-taking failure.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Douglas Rintoul, chief executive and artistic director at the New Wolsey, said its success was "a powerful reminder that risk-taking new work is being created in regional theatres".

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Altman's unassuming, friendly demeanor contrasted sharply with Musk's abrasive style, but they shared an entrepreneurial spirit and a penchant for risk-taking.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

“So besides tempting fate with melted cheese and literary airs of pretension, what else is in your risk-taking repertoire?”

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed