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“When I choose what I do, I ask, 'Does it make a difference?'”

Frances Hesselbein

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Source Interview: Forbes Leadership Series, 2015

She emphasizes evaluating actions based on their impact, ensuring work contributes meaningfully.

In simple terms: Ask if actions make a difference.

Key Takeaway

Choose tasks that create measurable impact.

Themes

leadership purpose effectiveness

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • volunteer work
  • project selection

Key Concepts

impact assessment decision making mission alignment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you measure the difference your work makes?
  • What criteria define a meaningful impact for you?
A Different Perspective

Impact can be hard to measure, leading to uncertainty.

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