#RiskReward Show

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Welcome to the #RiskReward show, presented by RiskReward Media. The show is here to help you find the upside in your career, business, and financial lives. The show's co-hosts are Derrick Stroman (aka Mr. Reward) and Cris Mercado (aka Mr. Risk), who have a combined 10+ years of experience as entrepreneurs and are thought leaders in career/workforce development and business development. They are also investors in various asset classes ranging from stocks/options, residential real estate, and cryptocurrency.

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Episodes

Recalculating Family Planning 18 Months Later

This week Cris and Derrick are sharing their personal stories on how they have recalculated their family planning over the last 18 months. A great time for our audience to take a sneak peek into how the hosts weigh the risks and rewards. The #RiskReward Show is here to help you find your upside in your career and business ventures. Hosts Cris Mercado and Derrick Stroman are workforce development advocates who both strive to impact emerging talent and the companies in their own businesses. From c...

Nov 02, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 37

The Great Recalculation, New Season Opener

This week Cris and Derrick are kicking off a new season of the show. They have coined the phrase "The Great Recalculation" in a time where people are reprioritizing their careers and finances. Take a lesson as they give a sneak peek at what is in store for the next season. The #RiskReward Show is here to help you find your upside in your career and business decisions. Hosts Cris Mercado and Derrick Stroman are workforce development advocates who both strive to impact emerging talent and the comp...

Oct 26, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 36

Diversity Initiatives: Progress or Pandering: Part 3, Diversity Hiring

This week Cris and Derrick wrap up the 3 part Diversity Initiative Series with Diversity Hiring. Listen to hear some challenges job seekers and employers are facing as they staff up. The #RiskReward Show is here to help you find your upside in your career and business decisions. Hosts Cris Mercado and Derrick Stroman are workforce development advocates who both strive to impact emerging talent and the companies in their own businesses. From career development, business development, technology, c...

Oct 11, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 34

Getting an 850 credit score: Possible or Impossible?

Join Cris, Derrick, and the founder of Dom's Credit Guru on this week's episode of the #RiskReward Show as they discuss: ⏱ 1:25 Superstar Ben Simmons and the mental battles of high stakes performance ⏱ 11:00 The Why and Begining of Dom's Credit Guru ⏱ 15:35 Adult Report Card Breakdown ⏱ 27:45 Leveraging Your Credit Score ⏱ 33:30 Discipline Leads to 850 Credit Score ⏱ 42:40 Upside in Retain Clients ⏱ 53:35 Risk Reward Game ⏱ 58:18 Right Move Right Now Connect with our Guest! Doms Credit Guru Webs...

Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 1 min

#RiskReward Show - Authentic Self at Work: Individuality vs. Conformity Feat Omar Peele

This week Cris and Derrick are joined by Omar Peele an Aerospace Engineer and Durag Connoisseur. Omar gives us insight on the benefits of being his authentic self in his career and some helpful advice for anyone navigating through their career journey. ⏰TIMESTAMPS⏰ ⏱ 1:48 Netflix is the new Disney ⏱ 4:40 NBA is soft ⏱ 9:30 Christina Eriksen in-game cardiac arrest ⏱ 15:10 Aerospace Engineer to Business Unit Manager ⏱ 16:35 80% Authenticity 20% Conformity ⏱ 21:43 High Risk High Reward ⏱ 31:03 Bein...

Jun 16, 2021•55 min

First Generation: Disadvantage or Advantage?

Join Cris and Derrick on this week's episode of the #RiskReward Show as they discuss: ⏱ 2:10: $100 Million Dollar Floyd Money Mayweather ⏱ 13:18: Being First Generation: A position of power ⏱ 19:20: Hard Truth about being First-Generation ⏱ 29:10: First Generation Undocumented College Student ⏱ 40:20 First Generation Social Science & Stats ⏱ 44:40: Companies provide resources specifically for First Generation Career Seekers ⏱ 57:35: Watch in the Heights & Stock Market Moves The #RiskRewa...

Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min

Income Shared Agreements

In this episode, Cris and Derrick introduce Income Shared Agreements (ISA). This agreement is gaining popularity amongst educational institutions and they weigh out the risks and rewards if this is adopted widely. The #RiskReward Show is here to help you find your upside in your career and business decisions. Hosts Cris Mercado and Derrick Stroman are workforce development advocates who both strive to impact emerging talent and the companies in their own businesses. From career development, busi...

Jun 04, 2021•35 min

Sportsbetting Legalization: Pros & Cons

In this episode, Cris and Derrick share some insightful advantages and disadvantages of legalizing sports betting. Also, they cover news around fans getting out of hand and Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from the French Open. The #RiskReward Show is here to help you find your upside in your career and business decisions. Hosts Cris Mercado and Derrick Stroman are workforce development advocates who both strive to impact emerging talent and the companies in their own businesses. From career development...

Jun 03, 2021•50 min

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