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What is the primary purpose of the classes conducted by Thelma and the author?
What is the primary purpose of the classes conducted by Thelma and the author?
- To entertain children on Sunday mornings
- To provide training for professional athletes
- To teach people how to prosper according to the Scriptures (correct)
- To promote show business careers
What effect do the personal testimonies shared in class have on participants?
What effect do the personal testimonies shared in class have on participants?
- They make participants doubt their own abilities
- They focus solely on financial success
- They encourage participants to persevere in challenging times (correct)
- They provide entertainment during the sessions
What alternative career path does the author suggest to the young boy aspiring to play in the NBA?
What alternative career path does the author suggest to the young boy aspiring to play in the NBA?
- Owning a professional sports team (correct)
- Becoming a coach
- Becoming a sports agent
- Working in sports marketing
Which sentiment does the author express regarding professional athletes as role models?
Which sentiment does the author express regarding professional athletes as role models?
How does the author view the chances of succeeding in professional sports?
How does the author view the chances of succeeding in professional sports?
What is the significance of conducting the class at the Faith House?
What is the significance of conducting the class at the Faith House?
What is the motivation behind sharing successes from the Scriptures in class?
What is the motivation behind sharing successes from the Scriptures in class?
What does the quote from Luke 6:45 imply about the connection between a person's inner self and their actions?
What does the quote from Luke 6:45 imply about the connection between a person's inner self and their actions?
What is highlighted as a significant benefit of being a businessperson compared to an athlete?
What is highlighted as a significant benefit of being a businessperson compared to an athlete?
How did Mr. Craig influence the author's career?
How did Mr. Craig influence the author's career?
What quality does the author recommend looking for in a mentor?
What quality does the author recommend looking for in a mentor?
What is the author's perspective on mentoring?
What is the author's perspective on mentoring?
What aspect of businesspeople does the author emphasize as influential in their communities?
What aspect of businesspeople does the author emphasize as influential in their communities?
What does the author suggest as a vital attribute of a successful mentor?
What does the author suggest as a vital attribute of a successful mentor?
What principle does the author suggest motivates many successful businesspersons?
What principle does the author suggest motivates many successful businesspersons?
Flashcards
Mentoring
Mentoring
Guiding and supporting another person's development, often through sharing experiences and knowledge.
Faith-based mentoring
Faith-based mentoring
Mentoring that emphasizes principles and values learned from religious faith, such as the Bible.
Business success through faith
Business success through faith
A belief that applying faith practices can help build successful business ventures.
Inspiring business careers
Inspiring business careers
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Business ownership
Business ownership
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Role models
Role models
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Testimony of success
Testimony of success
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Realistic ambition
Realistic ambition
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Impact of a businessperson on society
Impact of a businessperson on society
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Mentorship importance
Mentorship importance
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Finding a mentor
Finding a mentor
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Mentorship benefits
Mentorship benefits
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George Craig's impact
George Craig's impact
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Luke Fouke's mentorship style
Luke Fouke's mentorship style
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Giving as a core value
Giving as a core value
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Study Notes
Mentoring Success
- Mentoring, a crucial aspect for personal and professional development, is a reciprocal process, benefiting both mentor and mentee.
- The author emphasizes the importance of finding a successful business owner who can provide spiritual guidance.
- Key qualities of a good mentor include strong moral compass, ethical conduct, loyalty, and a commitment to serving others.
- Religious affiliation is not a prerequisite for finding a suitable mentor.
- The author's experience highlights the significance of seeking mentors, using biblical principles in business dealings.
- A mentor's support can open doors and provide access to networks.
Example of Successful Mentoring Practices
- Weekly mentoring sessions (Doing Business by the Book classes) provided a platform for growth, encouraging faith in the Word of God.
- Personal testimonies from successful class members motivated others.
- These sessions helped participants reinforce faith, discover direction, and strengthen their source.
- Interaction with children, particularly a 12-year-old, underscored the value of inspiring young people toward business ventures.
- The author uses personal anecdotes to illustrate his point about the importance of mentors.
Specific Mentoring Examples
- George Craig: A marketing vice president who helped the author, despite early racial prejudice against him in Louisiana and Texas.
- Luke Fouke: A real estate developer, and Yale graduate, instrumental in introducing the author to influential business contacts.
- Importance of mentors in opening doors and establishing important connections. The author stresses he cannot do it alone.
- Recognizing and acknowledging the help of mentors is critical.
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