Teachable moments #53 - The Legacy of a Modern Leader is Not What They Built, but Who They Built Up.

There's a powerful idea that reframes this question: The legacy of a modern leader is not what they built, but who they built up.

Think about it. A successful project is a win for a moment. A thriving, empowered person is a win for a lifetime — for them, for the business, and for everyone they go on to lead.

Building people means:
🔹 Giving credit freely.
🔹 Providing air cover during setbacks.
🔹 Championing their growth, even if it means they outgrow your team.
🔹 Trusting them with real ownership.

The structures we create are finite. The people we empower are infinite in their potential. That's the ultimate return on investment.

Who was the leader that "built you up"?