W10 Entrepreneurial Journal: Dream Big Dreams

W10 Entrepreneurial Journal: Dream Big Dreams

This week’s study, Dream Big Dreams, has deeply inspired me to re-evaluate the size of my own vision as an entrepreneur. The combination of Elder Dallin H. Oaks’s message in “The Challenge to Become”, Taylor Richards’s story in “Think Big,” and Marissa Mayer’s idea of giving employees a “license to pursue dreams” reminded me that success is not just about reaching goals—it is about becoming the kind of person who can achieve them.

Elder Oaks’s talk helped me understand that the gospel of Jesus Christ doesn’t simply teach us to know something—it challenges us to become something. That message applies perfectly to entrepreneurship: building a business is a spiritual and personal transformation. Every challenge, failure, or delay is part of the process that shapes our character and prepares us for greater stewardship.

Taylor Richards’s story about aiming for the top 100 and reaching number 6 in North America reminded me to never limit my expectations. I often find myself being realistic instead of faithful. His message, “Don’t underestimate yourself—if you involve the Lord, you can do great things,” resonated deeply with me as I continue to build Kubinga. I realized that “good” is not enough when “great” is possible through inspired effort.

Marissa Mayer’s talk about creativity at Google taught me that people achieve more when they are trusted and free to explore their ideas. I want to apply that principle within my teams—creating an environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and passion.

As I look ahead, I want to keep aligning my big dreams with divine purpose. I will dream with faith, act with discipline, and measure success not only in growth but in who I become through the journey.

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