There’s a leader I often think about, a very well-regarded and well-known healthcare executive who was a dear mentor and friend. His accomplishments were many, but what truly set him apart was the way he lived: relentlessly committed to people. He led with heart, mentored with purpose, and showed up fully in both work and in life. His impact wasn’t just professional. It was deeply human. And it lives on in all of us who were lucky enough to be led by or know him.

Maya Angelou’s words capture this perfectly: “At the end of the day people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.”

You see, leadership isn’t about titles or tasks checked off a list. It’s about the emotional and relational legacy you leave behind, the invisible thread woven into your team’s culture and the individuals you mentor. It’s the quiet power you carry that shapes not only what your team does but who they become.