Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed T.D. Jakes. 

A bestselling author, entrepreneur, and senior pastor of The Potter’s House. The discussion focused on faith-driven entrepreneurship, second chances, and building a lasting legacy.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

Faith & Business Leadership
Jakes emphasized that faith and business principles must work together for success.
He shared insights on balancing ministry with entrepreneurship, highlighting his $500M+ film and media ventures.

Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative (T.O.R.I.)
Jakes’ program has helped over 17,000 formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society.
The initiative provides job training, housing assistance, and financial education to support second chances.

Entrepreneurship & Wealth Building
He stressed that motivation without information leads to frustration—entrepreneurs must learn business terminology.
His book Soar: Build Your Vision from the Ground Up serves as a blueprint for success, breaking down corporate structures, financial literacy, and business strategy.

The Wright Brothers Metaphor
Jakes compared entrepreneurship to aviation, explaining that businesses must build their wings before taking flight.
He encouraged entrepreneurs to view their business as a vehicle for financial freedom, not just a goal.

📘 About Bishop T.D. Jakes
Bishop T.D. Jakes is a New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and senior pastor of The Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas. His television ministry, The Potter’s Touch, reaches millions worldwide.

He has produced Grammy-winning music and hit films, including Heaven Is for Real and Miracles from Heaven. His latest book, Soar, provides practical strategies for entrepreneurs.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed T.D. Jakes.&nbsp;
A bestselling author, entrepreneur, and senior pastor of The Potter&rsquo;s House. The discussion focused on faith-driven entrepreneurship, second chances, and building a lasting legacy.
🔑 Key Themes &amp; Highlights
Faith &amp; Business Leadership
<ul>
<li>Jakes emphasized that faith and business principles must work together for success.</li>
<li>He shared insights on balancing ministry with entrepreneurship, highlighting his $500M+ film and media ventures.</li>
</ul>
Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative (T.O.R.I.)
<ul>
<li>Jakes&rsquo; program has helped over 17,000 formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society.</li>
<li>The initiative provides job training, housing assistance, and financial education to support second chances.</li>
</ul>
Entrepreneurship &amp; Wealth Building
<ul>
<li>He stressed that motivation without information leads to frustration&mdash;entrepreneurs must learn business terminology.</li>
<li>His book Soar: Build Your Vision from the Ground Up serves as a blueprint for success, breaking down corporate structures, financial literacy, and business strategy.</li>
</ul>
The Wright Brothers Metaphor
<ul>
<li>Jakes compared entrepreneurship to aviation, explaining that businesses must build their wings before taking flight.</li>
<li>He encouraged entrepreneurs to view their business as a vehicle for financial freedom, not just a goal.</li>
</ul>
📘 About Bishop T.D. Jakes Bishop T.D. Jakes is a New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and senior pastor of The Potter&rsquo;s House in Dallas, Texas. His television ministry, The Potter&rsquo;s Touch, reaches millions worldwide.
He has produced Grammy-winning music and hit films, including Heaven Is for Real and Miracles from Heaven. His latest book, Soar, provides practical strategies for entrepreneurs.
&nbsp;#BEST
#STRAW
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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
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