Chapter 8: Giving Back

"I knew a man, they thought him mad, the more he gave, the more he had". -Anonymous

Giving back had always been a principle of central importance in our personal lives. It's important to understand that we should never give or serve with the expectation that our lives will suddenly become more prosperous as a result of our service."Giving back must be sincere and selfless, not superficial and self-serving." (Page 149). It changes hearts. Serving others is truly what gives life meaning and purpose. 

Make It Happen 

1. Bridge The Gap: To ensure that your personal life and your professional life are consistent with one another. Make it a high priority in your personal life as well. You will have the conviction needed to act consistently and confidently. 
2. Plan On Giving: When we make plans, we make a decision so that when it comes time to act, we already know what we will do. The key is to make giving a planned activity.
3. Focus On Stewardship: Carefully consider what you and your own family realistically need. After ensuring that all responsibilites and duties have been fully met, you can devote your remaining resources to giving back. Findind such a balance is good entrepreneurial stewardship. 
4. Consider Money, Time, And Sweat: Money isn't the only way to serve, donating your time and personal effort are so extremely helpful and deeply rewarding. The act of giving, and the subsequent experience of seeing some degree of light and hope come into the lives of those you serve is worth every dollar spent, minute of time donated, and drop of sweat given. 
5. Track Progress: Track the progress and the outcome of your efforts. Simply to record gratitude: theirs and ours. 

Wrapping It Up

When we put our efforts on giving back, we become more closely to work associates, clients, and employees, and we ourselves become more humble. Also, know the central role of God in this process. It's been given to us through the blessings and kindness of our loving Heavenly Father. Knowing this, how can we feel justified in not sharing, serving, and giving back?

The more we devote our resources and efforts toward helping those around us, the more God blesses us with happiness and safety.