I had the privilege of leading a group of MBA students on a study trip to South Africa during the winter break. Our journey commenced in Johannesburg, the city that was home to the iconic Nelson Mandela. While we were advised that it might be risky to explore the downtown area on our own, I decided to venture out alone to gain a deeper understanding of the situation. During this walk, I experienced firsthand the reasons behind the concerns about safety. Thankfully, I returned to the hotel unharmed, a bit wiser from the experience.