How Do You Want to Be Remembered?

Everyone's known for something. Actors are famous for their roles, and also for their celebrity. Tom Cruise is famous for acting in several blockbuster films, and for the close attention the media gives his personal life. Most of our lives aren't chronicled in the press. However, we are all famous for something amongst the people that know us.

One of the things I'm famous for is my knowledge of movie and music trivia, and my fondness for old jokes. Perhaps you're famous for your homemade pies, or your fried chicken recipe. Perhaps you're a famous Little League coach in your community, or the person that volunteers on every church community. Or, perhaps you're famous for ignoring your neighbor's request to turn down your loud music.

The point I'm trying to make is that people notice what we do, and what we say. How do you want to be remembered? Every day we make choices about what we do and say. These choices affect our family, friends, and co-workers. Do you want to be remembered as someone who had a positive effect on the people in your life?

If you do, learn to become aware of your surroundings. Take a few seconds to think about what the other person wants. You'll find that people will begin to look to you for advice. They'll make your needs a priority for them. Soon you'll become a leader in your community and at your job. In other words -- a Star!

How do you want to be remembered?