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but thrived in both my personal and professional life . I once had a great mentor , Gerhard that passed away in Covid time who had a big impact on my life on my life and identity and on what I value and treasure . 8 . How do you approach risk-taking and decision-making within your business ? Can you share an example where a calculated risk paid off ? I ' d like to share a few examples from my own experiences . Redwood is our ninth successful project , a testament to the perseverance and determination that have driven me forward . However , it ' s important to note that this success came after starting a total of 18 projects , which means I had a 50 % success rate . It reminds me of Michael Jordan , who , despite missing countless shots in basketball , is regarded as one of the greatest players in history .
In the words of Henry Ford , " Failure is the opportunity to begin more intelligently ." I ' ve learned that failure is not a roadblock ; it ' s a stepping stone on the path to success . Life is not solely defined by success or failure ; it ' s about having the courage to never give up until you achieve your goals .
Sometimes , it ' s not just about the destination but also about who you become on the journey . As an entrepreneur , the journey will stretch you , challenge you , and humble you . It will empower you to become the best version of yourself .
I once had a mentor who shared his dream with me . He said his ultimate goal was to uncover the dream that God had envisioned for his life before he was even born . He aimed to discover that dream , muster the courage to pursue it relentlessly , and never give up until he was living the dream he was born for .
9 . In what ways do you prioritise corporate social responsibility and sustainable practices within your organisation ? At our organisation , we are deeply committed to corporate social responsibility and sustainable practices . One of the ways we manifest this commitment is
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