What if the biggest career risk isn't starting a company—but never betting on yourself?
Matt Kuta shares why most people wildly overestimate the danger of entrepreneurship while ignoring the hidden instability of corporate life. Drawing from his journey as a fighter pilot, private equity investor, and founder who took a defense and space company public, Matt reframes risk, failure, and what it really means to live without regret.
In this conversation, Jeff and Matt explore why clarity beats comfort, how public failure is less dangerous than people think, and why building something uncertain can actually be the safest move of all.
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If you've ever felt stuck choosing safety over purpose—or wondered what future you might regret—this episode will challenge how you think about risk, courage, and career decisions.