Leave a lasting legacy as a leader

Instructions

Take some time to consider the big picture concerning why you lead.
This will not be a quick process. The idea of legacy is closely related to a person’s sense of purpose in life. Ask yourself questions like: Why am I here? What gifts and skills do I possess that relate to my highest potential as a human being? What unique opportunities do I possess based on my personal circumstances and the world around me? Who can I impact, and what can I accomplish as a leader in my lifetime?
Change your lifestyle.
Based on the ideas you developed concerning the legacy you want to leave, write down what you must change to live up to it. These may include behavioral changes, character development, education, working methods, and relationship-building style. Only by changing the way you live will you be able to create the legacy you want to leave.
Invest in people.
Pick people with greater potential than yours who will be able to “stand on your shoulders” and do more than you did, and begin investing in them today!