3 Points to Ponder
- We are all building a legacy, whether with intention or not. What specific steps can you take to ensure you are leaving a positive legacy?
- It is very counter-cultural to cheer on those who surpass your accomplishments. How can you celebrate the achievements of others without diminishing your own experiences?
- People need to know you are there for them. How can you show up for the people you love and support their dreams?
2 Quotes to Share
“A rising tide lifts all boats.” – John F. Kennedy
“They cannot take away that which you’ve put into the hearts and minds of those you have influenced.” – Zig Ziglar
1 Story of Impact
The bounce of basketballs echoed through Nebraska Wesleyan’s gym on March 1st, as I sat in the metal bleachers. Three and a half hours from home, I was there for one reason: to watch my nephew, Kaleb Brand, chase a championship. My own Central College basketball days, though filled with hard-fought battles and friendships, never saw the bright lights of a conference championship. That’s why, as I watched Kaleb, a surge of pride mixed with a touch of longing for those days washed over me. He moved with a speed and power I could only dream of in my playing days. He was the embodiment of what I hoped for: a player who would eclipse my own achievements. (He is NOT a better shooter than me, so I at least have one thing to hang over his head!)
That’s the essence of being People for Impact: to build a legacy, not just for ourselves, but for those who follow. To pour our knowledge, our passion, and our experience into the next generation, so they can rise even higher. Focusing on our own goals is easy; true impact comes from fostering the success of others. And sometimes, if you’re lucky, you get to witness that legacy culminate in the sweet stroke of a championship net being cut down.
