MAY 29

“I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.”

—John F.Kennedy, former president of the United States

HOW WILL YOU BE REMEMBERED?

It’s been said that we should plan our lives in reverse. What we mean is, we should think about what we would want people to say at our funerals and then work on getting there.

With that perspective, you might want to change a few things about how you treat the people around you. Take care to look for the good in people and recognize and reward it. Does that mean you never give anyone bad news or a poor evaluation? Of course not. It means you look for the best first, and when you have to make corrections you do it with dignity and caring. In the long run, it will be remembered in a positive way, no matter the outcome.

Begin today to make time for the important conversations—those that lift, reward and motivate the people around you.