Here are some thoughts recapped from my recent reading of the book “SOAR!” by T.D. Jakes
“...what he did have was a mop, a bucket, a strong work ethic, creativity and a can-do never-quit attitude.” p. 17
“If you want to Soar, then you must hone your hustle into an engine of an entrepreneur.” p. 20
“Do not be discouraged by the size or number of your obstacles in your path. If you can catch a vision for it, then God can do it.” p. 27
“You have to be committed to the process of putting your dream into practice.” p. 32
“It is the process that builds your stamina, your insight, and most importantly, your relationships, which are the lifeblood of any business.” p. 32
“Having a contingency plan for changing variables is always a good idea.” p. 34
“If you’re going to be a good steward of today, you must know how to prepare for the future.” p. 51
“Cast big dreams that will stretch your imagination and require you to rely on divine inspiration to sustain you. But you must start where you are and use what you have.” p. 56
“But every journey, no matter how big, starts with one foot in front of the other. The sky maybe your limit, but reality is always your runway. If you want to Soar, you first have to flap your wings. P. 58
“Delayed doesn’t equate to denied. You must have a long-term financial strategy that can sustain your business’s steady growth without eating up profits and funds for maintenance and expansion.” p. 57
“Preparation facilitates liberation.” p. 83
“Mistakes, errors, and disappointments are necessary ingredients, so don’t pressure yourself for perfection or criticize yourself for not knowing everything prior to the moment when you make a mistake. It is what’s wrong with the business that gives you the experience to get it right.” p. 98
“Keep in mind that you don’t have to like someone or want to be friends with them in order to hire them. If they are good at their job and share the same dedication to excellence that you have...it doesn’t matter if you like the same sports teams or share similar backgrounds.” p. 125
“If you see a turtle sitting on a fence post, you can always know he didn’t get there by himself.” p. 127
“You can’t do mighty deeds by yourself in isolation.” p. 128
“Beginning with the end in mind will make many of your daily decisions for you.” p. 145
“Success requires talent, time and tenacity.” p. 154
“You can’t be everything to everyone so don’t try.” p. 168
“You have to look ahead to your ultimate destination with one eye and keep the other focused on your next step.” p. 171
“You need to fail boldly if you want to succeed extravagantly.” p. 176
“My purpose refused to be incarcerated by others’ perceptions.” p. 180
“Never allow the crowd to confine you or to define you.” p. 189
