Why be a risk manager?

The majority of risk managers were attracted to the field by the diversity it offers. Risk managers must be able to adapt to everything from volcanic eruptions to the changing geo-political climate. Sales skills are particularly important for risk managers, who must present their proposals convincingly to management. However, prospects are sometimes dissuaded from entering the profession because risk managers are the first to be let go when cutbacks occur.
WHAT IS IT ABOUT ANY great job that attracts aspirants like wolves to caribou in the tundra? Is it money? Power? Steady career advancement? In this day and age, long-term [...]