What is the biggest risk you’ve ever taken professionally?

One of the biggest risks I took was volunteering to present our final project during my finance course, even though public speaking wasn’t my strength. I pushed myself to step out of my comfort zone. I spent extra time preparing, practiced in front of friends and ended up delivering a solid presentation. It wasn’t perfect, but it gave me confidence that I could handle such situations

Hey!

The biggest professional risk I’ve taken involved stepping into a project that was outside my area of expertise, with tight deadlines and high visibility. Although I felt uncertain at first, I saw it as an opportunity to learn and prove myself. I dedicated extra time to prepare, sought advice from colleagues, and remained flexible as challenges arose. Ultimately, the project succeeded and taught me the importance of embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth.

In a Personal Fit interview, I would frame my answer around the lessons learned and how that risk helped me develop resilience and problem-solving skills. I’d focus on showing that I’m willing to take calculated risks when the potential rewards include learning and contributing more effectively. This reflects a proactive attitude and a readiness to step outside comfort zones, qualities that employers value highly.

Quitting my great and secure job and becoming a full-time career coach. But no regrets so far ?

For this question, pick a real professional risk that shows good judgment and growth—even if it didn’t go perfectly. Focus on what you learned and how it helped you improve.

Example answer:
“I once volunteered to lead a complex project with tight deadlines, even though I hadn’t done something like it before. It was risky because failure could affect the team’s goals, but I took it as a chance to stretch myself. I managed the project by breaking it into smaller tasks and communicating closely with stakeholders. In the end, we delivered successfully, and I gained confidence in taking on bigger challenges.”

Keep it honest, show you’re thoughtful about risks, and highlight your learning.