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Trivia Question❓

Which European cathedral, famous for taking nearly 600 years to complete, is often cited as an example of long-term vision and generational commitment to building something that outlives its creators?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

The Legacy Mindset: Thinking Generationally in a Short-Term World

In a world driven by instant gratification, quarterly earnings, and quick wins, the idea of thinking generationally can feel almost radical. Yet for those who are truly committed to creating a legacy that lives beyond them, adopting a long-term mindset isn’t just important — it’s essential. As a legacy-minded advisor or entrepreneur, your ability to zoom out and make decisions for the next 50 or 100 years — not just the next fiscal year — will determine the impact you leave behind.

The “legacy mindset” means making choices today that may not pay off tomorrow, next week, or even in your lifetime. It means investing in people, systems, and values that will outlive you. It means building structures that empower others long after you’re gone — from your family to your clients, team, and community. This kind of thinking isn’t common, but it’s what separates those who leave an inheritance from those who leave a true legacy.

Shifting into this mindset requires rethinking how you measure success. It’s no longer just about what you earn or accumulate — it’s about what you preserve, what you teach, and what you inspire. Are your decisions aligned with your values? Are you helping your clients plant trees whose shade they may never sit under? Are you building a business or practice that will continue to serve and uplift people long after your name is off the door?

This kind of thinking also demands a higher level of intentionality. You must be clear on your purpose, your priorities, and your vision for future generations. It’s easy to be swept up in daily tasks, but the legacy mindset keeps you anchored in what truly matters. And when your vision is clear, your actions become more focused, your leadership more powerful, and your influence more enduring.

Whether you’re advising clients or leading your own family, remember this: The most meaningful legacy isn’t built in a burst — it’s forged slowly, through decisions made over time with foresight and love. When you commit to thinking generationally, you step into a rare kind of leadership. One that shapes not only your future, but the futures of those who follow.

This is your invitation to think bigger — to think legacy. Because the real measure of success isn’t just what you achieve. It’s what you leave behind.

💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

The Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) in Italy, whose construction began in 1386 and was officially completed in 1965.