Assess

1. To determine the size, importance, or value of.

Assess the risks in any really new course of action. Consider how to minimize risks, but do not let them stop you from innovating.

Q: Maybe as you read these lines, you are thinking, “what about the insurance risks?” “What if the elephant steps on someone’s foot?” “What if the dung糞 contains bacteria? – we could get sued!” “what if ….?” Aren’t there risks in thinking outside the box?

A: Of course there are. There are risks with every creative new idea. But do not let the risks stop you! Assess the risks, make plans to control them… then go ahead, with care and prayer.