An Economist Walks into a Brothel An Economist Walks into a Brothel Allison Schrager

An Economist Walks into a Brothel

Discovering the Nature of Risk in Surprising Corners of Life

by Allison Schrager

★ 4.0 19 min read

About This Book

Risk Assessment from Unconventional Teachers (2019) demonstrates that risk accompanies every choice we face. While unavoidable, we can develop skills to assess these risks, balance them with potential benefits, and make wiser choices across our professional, financial, and personal lives. Insights from high-stakes fields such as professional gambling and military service reveal how to skillfully manage risk.

Who Should Read This?

  • People facing significant life decisions with uncertain outcomes
  • Risk-averse individuals seeking to make bolder choices
  • Those who have experienced negative consequences from past risky decisions

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