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About this quote

What does it mean?
A statement acknowledging the impact of a person's departure on future events.
In plain terms
Things will be different because he is gone.
What can you take from it?
Key figures shape the future of groups.

Where it applies

  • departures
  • funerals
  • resignations

Putting it to work

  • honoring legacy
  • adapting to change

Questions to consider

  • What changes when a leader leaves?
  • Who do you miss?

Another view

It offers no detail on who or why it matters.

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