Anonymous (commonly attributed to Bob Anderson but cannot be confirmed as a recognized author and thus excluded

The quote 'Trust because you are willing to accept the risk, not because it’s safe or certain.' is widely circulated and commonly attributed to Bob Anderson; however, reliable authorship cannot be confirmed and the author is treated as anonymous. It succinctly frames trust as a voluntary acceptance of risk rather than a demand for safety or certainty.

Quotes by Anonymous (commonly attributed to Bob Anderson but cannot be confirmed as a recognized author and thus excluded

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Trust because you are willing to accept the risk, not because it’s safe or certain. — Anonymous (commonly attributed to Bob Anderson but cannot be confirmed as a recognized author and thus excluded)

Embracing Trust Amid Uncertainty and Risk

Finally, this principle extends beyond the personal sphere into societies and organizations. Social contracts, legal systems, and corporate cultures all rely on individuals’ willingness to act in trust without absolute certainty. As Fukuyama discusses in 'Trust: The Social Virtues and The Creation of Prosperity' (1995), societies flourish when members dare to trust, acknowledging and balancing collective risks for greater common good. [...]

Created on: 5/16/2025