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Much of the work I do, particularly with 45+ year old executives, is concerned with discovering what they want to leave behind (or be remembered for) in their organizations and communities. We take the time to reflect, clarify and write a statement about their personal leadership legacy.

I am occasionally asked what this individual legacy statement has to do with the organization they lead. EVERYTHING! Finding that insight can create a sense of inspiration and purpose that becomes focused ouward toward those who are lead.

A wonderful book on this topic is called “Your Leadership Legacy” by Galford and Maruca. They make a good case for starting to think about this topic earlier in a career, and provide exercises that assist in developing a legacy statement.

There is also a self-assessment at the site to help you discover your “Instinctive Leadership Style”.