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Soar!: Build Your Vision from the Ground Up
#1 New York Times bestselling author T.D. Jakes challenges the faithful to be more effective in earning their livelihoods by providing a diverse range of strategies that will turn their work life into an abundant life.
While focusing on his core mission to preach the gospel worldwide, T.D. Jakes has seen many good people not spend enough quality time with family, friends, and God. They have gotten so swept up in the daily grind that they have failed to live the rich life that God desires for each of His people.
In his new book, Jakes provides readers with strategies that will help them rejuvenate their life and turn their "busyness" into a "business." All readers-not just entrepreneurs-will benefit from Jakes' insightful advice so that they can use the days God has blessed them with wisely and finish each day strong!
While focusing on his core mission to preach the gospel worldwide, T.D. Jakes has seen many good people not spend enough quality time with family, friends, and God. They have gotten so swept up in the daily grind that they have failed to live the rich life that God desires for each of His people.
In his new book, Jakes provides readers with strategies that will help them rejuvenate their life and turn their "busyness" into a "business." All readers-not just entrepreneurs-will benefit from Jakes' insightful advice so that they can use the days God has blessed them with wisely and finish each day strong!
257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 10, 2017
About the author
T.D. Jakes
456 books1,147 followersBishop T.D. Jakes is the author of the bestsellers God's Leading Lady; The Lady, Her Lover and Her Lord; Maximize the Moment; The Great Investment; His Lady; Woman, Thou art Loosed (the film of which won the Best Film Award at the Santa Barbara Film Festival) and He-Motions. His daily morning show The Potter's Touch and weekly broadcast The Potter's House air on Trinity Broadcasting Network and Black Entertainment Television, as well as in Europe and South America. Bishop Jakes is the founder and pastor of The Potter's House, one of the fastest-growing churches in the nation, where he leads an interracial congregation of more than 28,000 members. He lives in Dallas with his wife and five children.
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July 3, 2018
This book was my first of T.D. Jakes' that I've read. I discovered it from his interview with Pastor Steven Furtik of Elevation Church (https://youtu.be/QVGk_jwyBXI); It's so good!
In equal parts of encouragement and practicality, Jakes' metaphoric and anecdotal writing is a worthwhile read for any wantrepreneur. I don't use this word with malice. It simply captures the best demographic for this book.
As a new entrepreneur, there are topics covered that made me grateful to have read this. This new awareness I gained is the best reason for the time invested.
I loved Jakes' perspective, use of references (some are scripture-based) and nuggets of wisdom.
In equal parts of encouragement and practicality, Jakes' metaphoric and anecdotal writing is a worthwhile read for any wantrepreneur. I don't use this word with malice. It simply captures the best demographic for this book.
As a new entrepreneur, there are topics covered that made me grateful to have read this. This new awareness I gained is the best reason for the time invested.
I loved Jakes' perspective, use of references (some are scripture-based) and nuggets of wisdom.
October 9, 2019
The Tools You Need
The book starts off with the Wrights, how they started in an Ohio bike shop and ended flying above a sandy North Carolina beach. Taking flight but having to move to the right environment because the winds were favorable and the ground amenable. There were many other concrete and relevant examples of how to get your business off the ground. Was there a step by step method for how to start and sunset your business? Well, no. But maybe yes. When I read encouraging books such as these I all too often crave to be given all the steps that I need to succeed. I actually want the writer to tell me specifically what I need to do. Only one book I've read told me how to get books into print but even that book didn't give me all the steps to market and get books in front of the right faces. Or did it? Did Soar! by TD Jake's do it? Not in so many words with step by step methods. However, it did give you all the essential tools you need. And there are also resources at the end of the book for entrepreneurial use. This book is not only a great tool but also a great reference tool to use as I stretch my entrepreneurial legs.
The book starts off with the Wrights, how they started in an Ohio bike shop and ended flying above a sandy North Carolina beach. Taking flight but having to move to the right environment because the winds were favorable and the ground amenable. There were many other concrete and relevant examples of how to get your business off the ground. Was there a step by step method for how to start and sunset your business? Well, no. But maybe yes. When I read encouraging books such as these I all too often crave to be given all the steps that I need to succeed. I actually want the writer to tell me specifically what I need to do. Only one book I've read told me how to get books into print but even that book didn't give me all the steps to market and get books in front of the right faces. Or did it? Did Soar! by TD Jake's do it? Not in so many words with step by step methods. However, it did give you all the essential tools you need. And there are also resources at the end of the book for entrepreneurial use. This book is not only a great tool but also a great reference tool to use as I stretch my entrepreneurial legs.
April 18, 2019
Step by step guide to starting a business
T.D Jakes not only broke down the steps that it takes to start a business but he painted the picture of the mental states you will experience or need to experience to build a success business which is so important when starting any business.
T.D Jakes not only broke down the steps that it takes to start a business but he painted the picture of the mental states you will experience or need to experience to build a success business which is so important when starting any business.
September 1, 2020
If you plan to start a business, let this book part of your journey.
I first became aware of this book I believe it was 2018, via an interview that Bishop Jakes had with Steven Furtick (I may have mispelled that) Senior Pastor of Elevation Church. The interview was great, so I immediately downloaded a sample for furture reading. I read the intro and that was it, so , fast forward to 2020. I purchased this book to be my blueprint for my mentoring program that I will start later on this year 2020 (winter). I must say this book has become a very valuable resource of knowledge for me, I personally recommend this book to all who wants to embark on a jourrney to own their own business.
I first became aware of this book I believe it was 2018, via an interview that Bishop Jakes had with Steven Furtick (I may have mispelled that) Senior Pastor of Elevation Church. The interview was great, so I immediately downloaded a sample for furture reading. I read the intro and that was it, so , fast forward to 2020. I purchased this book to be my blueprint for my mentoring program that I will start later on this year 2020 (winter). I must say this book has become a very valuable resource of knowledge for me, I personally recommend this book to all who wants to embark on a jourrney to own their own business.
March 11, 2018
Profound wisdom
This book is loaded with profound wisdom and sound advice. I was very impressed with the business strategies, ideas on marketing and branding, as well as keeping your eyes on your ROI and how much energy you personally expend to get you projects off the ground. Pastor Jake's has incorporated so many elements in to this that I had no clue about. Well worth the read.
This book is loaded with profound wisdom and sound advice. I was very impressed with the business strategies, ideas on marketing and branding, as well as keeping your eyes on your ROI and how much energy you personally expend to get you projects off the ground. Pastor Jake's has incorporated so many elements in to this that I had no clue about. Well worth the read.
December 30, 2017
Excellent Insight
Just as the title states, this book outlines how one can turn a concept into a dream and then a vision by using simple every day life examples. It shows how one can turn their dream into a marketable business through applying effort, hard work and determining if their is a marketable need for whatever business you wish to explore.
Just as the title states, this book outlines how one can turn a concept into a dream and then a vision by using simple every day life examples. It shows how one can turn their dream into a marketable business through applying effort, hard work and determining if their is a marketable need for whatever business you wish to explore.
February 24, 2018
Greatness
It is always a good thing to hear from a well accomplished entrepreneur who is willing to share his views and insight in a meaningful and Godly way to the benefits of other and the enrichment of the Kingdom of God when launching into your own business. The encouragement are well received and deeply appreciate.
It is always a good thing to hear from a well accomplished entrepreneur who is willing to share his views and insight in a meaningful and Godly way to the benefits of other and the enrichment of the Kingdom of God when launching into your own business. The encouragement are well received and deeply appreciate.
February 20, 2018
The book is fine enough for what it is, but I was anticipating a more religious book. I heard Jakes speak at the 2016 Global Leadership Summit and this book was recommended. It is a book that focusses on his entrepreneurial leadership skills and encourages readers to invest financially in their futures. He gives lots of tips on how to start and establish your own business.
January 3, 2019
Very powerful message in it and Blessful book.
The book very educational, I did like most of the points in it..when I read it sometime I fell like in school day what I have miss in the classroom.
The book is for all people thinking about some new for their life's it's best knowledge in it.
The book very educational, I did like most of the points in it..when I read it sometime I fell like in school day what I have miss in the classroom.
The book is for all people thinking about some new for their life's it's best knowledge in it.
December 31, 2020
Good read
Dream. Vision. Jake’s lays out a practical way (many) to make your life happen. You gotta show up and be willing to do the work. There’s no fast way to succeeding. It is constantly showing up and doing what needs to be done to get to where you want to be. I like the no nonsense style and approach. It’s real talk and real strategies to make a dream a reality.
Dream. Vision. Jake’s lays out a practical way (many) to make your life happen. You gotta show up and be willing to do the work. There’s no fast way to succeeding. It is constantly showing up and doing what needs to be done to get to where you want to be. I like the no nonsense style and approach. It’s real talk and real strategies to make a dream a reality.
January 18, 2018
Excellent, inspiring and informative.
Bishop Jake's command and use of the language is phenomenal. The airplane analogy is unforgettable.. All entrepreneurs can benefit from reading this entertaining and inspiring book.
Bishop Jake's command and use of the language is phenomenal. The airplane analogy is unforgettable.. All entrepreneurs can benefit from reading this entertaining and inspiring book.
February 7, 2018
Encouraging words like wind to your wings.
I found this truly motivational and inspiring. Filled with the right mix of practical wisdom and business insights. One did all enterpreneurs.
I found this truly motivational and inspiring. Filled with the right mix of practical wisdom and business insights. One did all enterpreneurs.
May 18, 2018
A decent read
An interesting book that is useful for anyone in any field. There are some very useful tips which can be applied and interesting intake on how a few people mentioned in this book of how they made an impact from their generation and beyond.
An interesting book that is useful for anyone in any field. There are some very useful tips which can be applied and interesting intake on how a few people mentioned in this book of how they made an impact from their generation and beyond.
November 5, 2018
Geared to get your mind going
This book is set up to get your mind going in the right direction a business owner . Taking the right steps to move forward. Let go the fear of failure! It is the only way it will help you go further!
This book is set up to get your mind going in the right direction a business owner . Taking the right steps to move forward. Let go the fear of failure! It is the only way it will help you go further!
November 30, 2020
Business Building from a Spiritual Perspective
This book from T.D. Jake is a book for entrepreneurs working to their personal success. It’s fulfilling your dreams from the ground up. I learned a lot from this book and will use it as a reference.
This book from T.D. Jake is a book for entrepreneurs working to their personal success. It’s fulfilling your dreams from the ground up. I learned a lot from this book and will use it as a reference.
March 5, 2021
Informative & Encouraging
This book provides the need to know in an articulate and easy to understand matter. I love the analogies because they painted pictures and provided support to concepts.
This book provides the need to know in an articulate and easy to understand matter. I love the analogies because they painted pictures and provided support to concepts.
October 5, 2021
Great insight from a long-time entrepreneur
T.D. Jakes delivers personal stories, and shares his entrepreneurial background while dropping great knowledge to startup your business. Highly recommend this book.
T.D. Jakes delivers personal stories, and shares his entrepreneurial background while dropping great knowledge to startup your business. Highly recommend this book.
November 26, 2017
Ready to SOAR!
This book is a must read for anyone who's been sitting on the fence when it comes to launching their business. It is both motivational and inspirational.
This book is a must read for anyone who's been sitting on the fence when it comes to launching their business. It is both motivational and inspirational.
January 18, 2018
Great book
I loved everything about this book...gives u the blueprint to start to work on your dreams ..book is written in simple terms and is really motivating ...
I loved everything about this book...gives u the blueprint to start to work on your dreams ..book is written in simple terms and is really motivating ...
April 4, 2018
Eh..
It has good points but a lot of filler. Took me so long to finish because it felt like more fluff than knowledge. However, I got it on sale for 2$ so it's fair priced.
It has good points but a lot of filler. Took me so long to finish because it felt like more fluff than knowledge. However, I got it on sale for 2$ so it's fair priced.
June 5, 2018
Awesome
This book has continued to stoke an already burning entrepreneurial flame that has been inside of me for some time!
This book has continued to stoke an already burning entrepreneurial flame that has been inside of me for some time!
July 5, 2018
Life changing. Direct practical teachings that I AM integrating into my life.
August 13, 2018
Practical and real
Lots of gems in this book. Good refresher to keep you on track
I like his style when he speaks too.
Lots of gems in this book. Good refresher to keep you on track
I like his style when he speaks too.
August 26, 2019
Great Blueprint
This book is packed full of nuggets for starting/getting your business off the ground. TD Jakes equips you for success!
This book is packed full of nuggets for starting/getting your business off the ground. TD Jakes equips you for success!
October 18, 2022
Business
This is a really good book on business strategy and entrepreneurship. I was not aware that he was an entrepreneur.
This is a really good book on business strategy and entrepreneurship. I was not aware that he was an entrepreneur.
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