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The speaker openly states that if he were to retire, he would likely sell a large portion of his Tesla holdings to reduce risk and preserve wealth. Interestingly, he admits a personal discomfort with retirement, feeling that staying active is a core part of his fulfillment. Nonetheless, if he does retire, risk aversion would dominate his strategy.
6. Change in Elon Musk or Company Leadership:
A significant risk factor would be if Elon Musk no longer leads Tesla. Since the company's future prospects are closely tied to Musk's innovative vision, losing him could diminish Tesla's growth potential dramatically. The speaker would reevaluate his holdings based on who takes over and whether they share Musk's track record for groundbreaking innovation.