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Feb 2025
11m 32s

Steve Harvey's Secret: You Must Jump to ...

Scott Smith - Motivation and Coaching
About this episode

In this energizing episode, Scott Smith unpacks a powerful motivational concept inspired by Steve Harvey's famous "You Must Jump" speech. Scott explores why taking that leap of faith is essential for achieving the success you desire, even when—especially when—it feels terrifying.


With his signature blend of personal stories and practical wisdom, Scott breaks down why so many of us stand at the edge watching others soar while we remain grounded by our own hesitation. He shares his own skydiving experience as a metaphor for the jumps we all need to make in our careers, relationships, and personal growth.


Perfect for anyone feeling stuck or hesitant to move forward on a dream, this episode delivers the gentle push you might need to finally take action. Scott reminds us that your parachute won't open until you jump—and today might be the perfect day to take that leap.


Featured Story:

Scott shares his personal experience at the DeLand Skydive Center in central Florida, where he went from being a spectator watching skydivers land their parachutes to becoming a jumper himself. Though he ultimately decided flying planes suited him better than jumping out of them, the experience taught him the invaluable lesson that you'll never know what works for you until you take the leap and try it—a perfect metaphor for how we must approach our dreams and ambitions.


Key Takeaways:

  • Your parachute won't open unless you jump first—success requires taking that initial leap of faith
  • Knowing exactly what your dream is makes jumping easier—clarity creates courage
  • Fear and doubt are natural companions to faith—they're not signs you shouldn't jump
  • Sometimes your parachute doesn't open right away—patience is required after the jump
  • Many successful people "pack their parachute on the way down"—figuring things out as they go
  • Motivation is like a bath—it doesn't last long, and you need it regularly
  • There are three types of motivation seekers: seasonal motivation seekers, passive motivation junkies, and successful people who understand motivation's power
  • The biggest part of coaching is helping people identify what's holding them back and pushing them to jump when they're ready
  • Everyone needs occasional support and guidance to land safely after they've jumped


Memorable Quotes:

"If you want to be successful, you must jump into your dreams, take a leap of faith and go for it." - Steve Harvey

"You can't have faith without a whole bunch of doubt. They exist together." - Scott Smith

"If you don't jump, your parachute is not going to open." - Scott Smith


Scott's Three-Step Approach:

  1. Define Your Jump - Get absolute clarity on what your dream is before attempting to leap. Without knowing what you're jumping toward, hesitation is natural and appropriate.
  2. Take the Leap - Recognize that doubt and fear are normal companions to faith, not signals to stop. The only way to discover if your parachute will open is to jump.
  3. Adjust Mid-Flight - Be prepared to "pack your parachute on the way down" by adapting and problem-solving as you go, knowing that not everything will unfold perfectly the first time.


Connect With Scott:

Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Email: support@motivationtomove.com

Visit: https://www.faceyourpassion.com/

Learn More: https://www.9minuteclaritycode.com/

Visit: https://www.perfectweekplanner.com/ 

Learn More: https://www.dailyawarenessdiary.com/


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