The one big drawback to taking risks is something we all dread, fear of failure. What if that presentation before my boss bombs? What if that move to kindle a new relationship ends in rejection? What if my new business is a bust? What if my investment turns to red ink? There is no shortage of “what ifs” in life, but consider a new one. What if the point of taking risks isn’t just the outcome, but the process. By taking risks, we confront our own apprehensions and even though we don’t always hit the mark, we learn at least one valuable lesson: That the key to success is accepting occasional defeats and getting back in the game.