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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 29 MIN

Take the leap - why taking risks can lead to big rewards

from Uncensored Renegades · host Jon Evans and Kory Marchisotto

Today, Jon and Kory discuss the moments that define careers. The ones where you have to leap before you know exactly how things will turn out.From leaving secure jobs to betting on yourself, they reflect on the decisions that shaped their own careers and why waiting until you feel "ready" is often the biggest barrier to growth. They explore the importance of having a strong support network, embracing discomfort, and accepting that sometimes you need to take a step backwards before you can move forwards.This is an honest conversation about risk, resilience, and why the biggest opportunities often sit just outside your comfort zone.Timestamps00:00 - Start00:35 - Taking a giant leap01:28 - A moment Kory took a giant leap04:51 - Taking the leap before you feel ready06:46 - Why Jon made the giant leap to go full time on the podcast08:45 - The importance of a support network10:10 - Get comfortable being uncomfortable14:50 - The risks of taking the leap of faith19:02 - Sometimes you have to take a step back to take a step forward22:01 - Are you willing to lose the battle to win the war?24:42 - You need a high risk tolerance

Today, Jon and Kory discuss the moments that define careers. The ones where you have to leap before you know exactly how things will turn out.From leaving secure jobs to betting on yourself, they reflect on the decisions that shaped their own careers and why waiting until you feel "ready" is often the biggest barrier to growth. They explore the importance of having a strong support network, embracing discomfort, and accepting that sometimes you need to take a step backwards before you can move forwards.This is an honest conversation about risk, resilience, and why the biggest opportunities often sit just outside your comfort zone.Timestamps00:00 - Start00:35 - Taking a giant leap01:28 - A moment Kory took a giant leap04:51 - Taking the leap before you feel ready06:46 - Why Jon made the giant leap to go full time on the podcast08:45 - The importance of a support network10:10 - Get comfortable being uncomfortable14:50 - The risks of taking the leap of faith19:02 - Sometimes you have to take a step back to take a step forward22:01 - Are you willing to lose the battle to win the war?24:42 - You need a high risk tolerance

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