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What does it mean?
True greatness is measured by how one impacts others.
In plain terms
He is great because he changed me.
What can you take from it?
Greatness influences others.

Where it applies

  • leadership
  • mentorship
  • relationships

Putting it to work

  • influence positively
  • admire others
  • accept change

Questions to consider

  • Who changed you the most?
  • What makes someone great?

Another view

Impact can be negative, not just positive.

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