2016 was a rough year for many of us. The end of the year left a lot of us disappointed, uncertain, and frustrated. I have been thinking a lot about how I can make my little world as good of a place as I can.
A few weeks ago, I read the blog by CC Chapman – Legacy. In it he talks about how we each will leave behind a legacy, that we will never know… and it resonated with me. I asked him to come up and speak at this month’s breakfast.
As usual, he was great and left many of us inspired, hopeful, and ready to do good.
During the event, I asked our attendees to think for a few moments about what they want their legacy to be. If you took a moment and thought about the footprint you wanted to leave behind… would that change how you operate, how you arrange your to-do list, or what you spent your time on?
Here are some of the responses from our attendees:
We want to inspire people to protect Maine’s environment. Make people feel a part of our mission through actions and interactions.
– Beth, Natural Resources Council of Maine
Chaos to clarity guide.
– Sara, The Dreamy Dragonfly
Show you that your tourist dollars have unimaginable power.
– Evan, Longer Vacations
Give people confidence to cook creatively. Live Excellently.
– Maddie, Fyood Kitchen
Crack open our view of people with differences and redefine success for all Maine people.
– Kristen, Spurwink
Make photos that matter. Now and later.
– Whitney J. Fox
I want to leave a legacy of love and bravery – to look back and know that my life inspired people to be more brave, more bold, more creative with their own lives.
– Abbie, From the Nest
She helped to grow the green economy in Maine and helped people live better lives.
– Heather, The Sunrise Guide
I want to be known for being innovative and creatine really good content for our guests.
– Alyssa, Stonewall Kitchen
Launch Branding Compass!
– Emily, Visible Logic
She brought art and color to my practical life.
– Helen Rebecca
Really cares (for real) about the organization, the success of small business, and the state of Maine.
– Jennifer, Maine SBDC
To have my clients see their worth and build their self confidence through skin care.
– Kimberly, Nourish Skin Care Studio
I would like to ask all of you the same thing and please share your answers with me. What do you want your legacy to be? What do you want to be remembered for? What will be the footprint you leave behind?
I would love to add them to this post or share them on social media over the next month or so. I think this is a great exercise as we head into a new year. Thanks in advance for your responses!