The starting point of all achievement is desire.

Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything.

Definiteness of purpose is the starting point of all achievement.

Definiteness of purpose is the starting point of all achievement

Arriving at one goal is the starting point to another.

The starting point of sanctification is the filthiness, corruption, or stain of sin.