Big idea Quote by Richard Sammel
“If you have a big idea, you can do 10% of it, and then maybe, if it's a huge success, you might go all-in [in Europe]. Here [in U.S], you go all-in earlier. You risk more and you get more, so you do more. That's what I like.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Conference, Richard Sammel, 2021
In the U.S., entrepreneurs tend to invest heavily early, taking higher risk for greater reward, unlike the slower European approach.
In simple terms: U.S. entrepreneurs go all‑in early, taking big risks for big gains.
Assess risk tolerance before scaling ventures.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- startup funding
- venture capital
- international business
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risk level is acceptable for your venture?
- How does cultural context shape investment timing?
High early risk can lead to significant loss if the market misjudges.