"Be bold. I have never regretted trying and failing, but I've always regretted not trying at all.
"Personal growth can be incremental, but the big steps I've take in life, the ones with the highest risk (from, among others, setbacks, disappointment, embarrassment) have also yield the highest return (from learning, accomplishment, pride, satisfaction).
"I've always grown more when I've pushed myself beyond where I'm comfortable and feel capable, whether in relationships, skills development, exercise, work and leadership.
"My advice to myself is: 'Always try.' Trying sows the seeds for growth. "
- Hilary Gosher, Managing Director, Insight Venture Partners; Founding Member, Parity Partners; Adjunct Professor, Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs