Leave a legacy. I know I use that term and I’ve seen it used a lot by others as well. But I wonder if it’s something we should shelve and put in the closet.Why do I say that?“Leave a legacy” too often gets linked just with the idea of estate planning. And to be honest, …
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I wanted to collect some wisdom for grandchildren. I’ve got four grandchildren of my own. I did a quick scan and here’s what I came up with:Life doesn’t happen on text. Don’t let technology distract you from real human connection. (Connie Zweig)Become a compassionate role model. (Connie Zweig)Be a lifelong learner. (Terry Arzt)Whatever you do, …
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What is family culture?Webster’s Dictionary defines culture as “the set of shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices that characterizes an institution or organization.”Walter Rodney in his book How Europe Underdeveloped Africa said it this way:“A culture is a total way of life. It embraces what people ate and what they wore; the way they walked …
I’m convinced God’s design for families includes thriving individuals united around a shared identity across multiple generations. That’s family legacy.Here’s how families build a multigenerational legacy:Understand God’s purpose for familyDefine a family identity through shared vision, mission and valuesShape a family culture of celebration and generosityLet’s talk about these phases. Understanding the Purpose of Family Throughout …
If we write a check to a charity, does that make us generous?It seems to me that giving is an act. It can be a transaction. But giving, in and of itself, doesn’t make one generous.Generosity. It’s a way of life–a learned way of life. My wife came to me the other day and reminded …
Are you succeeding at the wrong thing? A healthy legacy involves a mindset shift from the norms of the American Dream.When AJ began his business, he began with little thought to legacy. Mainly, he thought about surviving for the first few years. But eventually he crossed that hurdle, and the business actually reached a point …
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Drafting an estate plan isn’t something most people get excited about. I don’t know many who are eager to think about their passing, or to wade through all those legal documents. I believe including a “legacy letter” can help a lot. Let me explain.Think about it. You sit down with a lawyer to plan your …
I’ve heard it said many times now and in various ways, but the principle is the same: we should prepare our families to receive assets.Too many times, heirs are unprepared to have a pile of assets dumped into their lap with little ceremony, little communication and little preparation.What do they do with this newfound wealth? If …