The workplace can be nerve racking. You want to make a good impression and continuously prove your worth by excelling in your tasks. You also want to grow and move your career forward by experimenting with new projects and ways of working.

It’s a tough balance to strike, but if you ask many in leadership positions, they’d likely encourage getting out of your comfort zone. It’s taking those risks on the job that helps you and the company learn critical lessons and ultimately find success.

Here are three CEOs on the importance of leaning into the unknown.

‘Go into places and experiences that make you uncomfortable’

Edward Jones CEO Penny Pennington started her career in corporate banking helping businesses with funding. Then in the year 2000, she was hired to be a financial advisor to individuals at Edward Jones.

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