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- Build your legacy to have an impact and make the world a better place In Your Values-Based Legacy: Making a Difference at Every Age and Phase of Life, the fourth book in Harry Kraemer's series on values-based leadership, you are invited on a journey of introspection and exploration to discover how you can help make the world a better place.
- About the Author: HARRY M. JANSEN KRAEMER, JR. is a Professor of Management and Strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he teaches in the MBA and the Executive MBA programs.
- 256 Pages
- Business + Money Management, Motivational
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About the Book
"Your Values-Based Legacy: Making a Difference at Every Age and Phase of Life is the next book in Kraemer's "Values" series. This will be the next logical step in living our values. It starts with the individual (Values to Action), moves to the organization (Becoming the Best), and then looks at a person's life holistically (Your 168). This book will explore how everyone--at every age and phase of life--can intentionally build a legacy that truly does seek to make the world a better place. Your Values-Based Legacy differentiates itself by challenging all readers to think about how they are making a difference now, regardless of where they are in their lives. Thus, the messages, stories, and reflections in the book will apply to a broad range of people, whether they are still in college, just starting their careers, are advancing into leadership, or are considering their "second acts" after retirement. Admittedly, the word "legacy" today is most often associated with money and estate planning/inheritance. This book seeks to expand "legacy" to make it more self-reflective, spiritual, and intentional--and completely separated from monetary measures. In other words -you don't have to be a millionaire to leave a values-based legacy. This approach also broadens the discussion meaningfully--across generations, communities, career paths, and vocations. People can establish a powerful legacy at age 30 ... as well as age 60 (or beyond). This book seeks to create a blueprint for making life more meaningful by showing that we do, indeed, matter within our families and among our friends, colleagues, neighbors, community members, and even society. In a world that seems more divided than ever, focusing on the commonality of legacy can help build bridges and create connection around what matters most"--Book Synopsis
Build your legacy to have an impact and make the world a better place
In Your Values-Based Legacy: Making a Difference at Every Age and Phase of Life, the fourth book in Harry Kraemer's series on values-based leadership, you are invited on a journey of introspection and exploration to discover how you can help make the world a better place. As a former chairman and CEO of a multi-billion-dollar global healthcare company and now a Professor of Management and Strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, Kraemer shares first-hand accounts from dozens of individuals who are building legacies by tackling some of the planet's biggest challenges, including poverty, hunger, inequality, climate change, education, and leadership development. From local community projects to global initiatives, Your Values-Based Legacy captures the essence of caring for others.
- Personal Empowerment: Learn how to make conscious choices that positively impact your life and the world around you.
- Inspiring Stories: Read compelling accounts from people making a difference in various fields and communities.
- Actionable Guidance: Gain practical advice and reflective questions to help you build a sustainable legacy.
Your Values-Based Legacy is structured around the concept of legacy as a continuum. In Part 1, Honoring Our Past, you explore the influences in your life--from family to teachers and role models. In Part 2, Celebrating Our Present, you reflect on the causes, challenges, and opportunities that resonate with you, and hear from others who are making a positive impact. In Part 3, Creating Our Future, you consider how to make your legacy sustainable, such as by passing the torch to the next generation.
Ready to make a difference? Start your journey towards building a meaningful legacy with Your Values-Based Legacy: Making a Difference at Every Age and Phase of Life today.
From the Back Cover
PRAISE FOR Your Values-Based Legacy
"Your Values-Based Legacy is required reading for anyone seeking to understand what it means to build a compelling legacy. Both philosopher and practitioner, Kraemer offers powerful guidance for every point of our lives. My most valuable epiphany...meaningful legacy starts at the beginning and never stops--far from being an end of career phenomenon."
--GREG CASE, CEO of Aon, plc
"In this truly remarkable book, Harry Kraemer does a fabulous job of showing us how we can build a lifelong legacy of impact through the values-driven choices we make every day. He encourages us to look inward, rediscover the values modeled by our families and mentors, and use that moral foundation to create positive ripples in the world. This book is a powerful call for every one of us to embrace our potential to make an extraordinary difference."
--HUBERT JOLY, former CEO of Best Buy, senior lecturer at Harvard Business School and author of The Heart of Business
"Harry Kraemer's newest book is a must-read. Earlier in my career I thought that legacy creation was for 'later, ' as being an executive and busy mom was enough for 'now.' Harry helps us learn how we can begin to set the stage throughout our lives to build the framework for the legacy we hope to leave."
--MARY DILLON, CEO of Footlocker and former CEO of Ulta Beauty
"Drawing from his extensive career with Baxter International and Northwestern University, Harry provides insightful guidance on honoring our past, celebrating the present, and creating a future legacy that reflects our core values. It inspires readers to take conscious steps towards creating a fulfilling and purpose-driven life--starting today. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to make a difference and leave a legacy to be proud of."
--DR. MARSHALL GOLDSMITH, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There
"Harry Kraemer's new book, Your Values-Based Legacy, not only belongs in your library at home next to his other books, but more importantly it needs to be in your heart and your head. Our legacy depends on the choices we make now, and our choices for doing good for others will inspire and encourage those who come after us. And that goodness in action goes forth like a ripple effect: ever farther and ever greater."
--REV. FRANCIS JOSEPH HOFFMAN, CEO of Relevant Radio
About the Author
HARRY M. JANSEN KRAEMER, JR. is a Professor of Management and Strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he teaches in the MBA and the Executive MBA programs. He is the former chairman and chief executive officer of Baxter International Inc., a multibillion-dollar global healthcare company.