Allison Schrager, an economist and award-winning journalist, explores how individuals navigate risk in daily life and careers. This book distills five practical principles for measuring and managing risk, drawing insights from diverse real-world examples of high-stakes situations.

Why You Should Read?

• Learn five actionable principles for evaluating and managing risk effectively.
• Discover how diverse professionals, from poker players to war generals, approach high-stakes decisions.
• Enhance your ability to assess and mitigate risks in both personal and professional contexts.
• Gain a practical framework to maximize potential upsides and minimize downsides in any situation.