By Dr. Damián Goldvarg

Standing before the Pyramids of Giza, one cannot help but reflect on the extraordinary power of legacy. Built more than 4,500 years ago, these monuments were not only expressions of engineering brilliance but also timeless reminders that human beings aspire to leave something that endures beyond their own lifetime.

In leadership, the question of legacy is just as relevant. What do we build that will outlast us? Beyond strategies, profits, or titles, leaders leave behind something more profound: the trust they cultivated, the people they empowered, and the cultures they shaped. Like the pyramids, leadership legacy is not created overnight. It is built brick by brick—through decisions grounded in values, moments of presence, and the courage to prioritize long-term impact over short-term recognition.

This reflection relates to my journey and inspired my new book, Lead with a Coaching Mindset, which launched on September 2nd. In it, I explore how leaders at every level can cultivate practices that go beyond performance management and into legacy-building: listening deeply, empowering others to think independently, fostering trust, and making decisions that reflect integrity.

My invitation is for leaders to pause and ask:

  • What structures am I building today that will last tomorrow?

  • How am I developing others to carry forward what matters most?

  • In what ways am I prioritizing legacy over immediate results?

The pyramids still stand because they were built with vision, resilience, and intention. Our leadership legacies may not be carved in stone, but they can be just as enduring—etched in the lives we touch and the communities we strengthen.

I am excited to share this new book with you and to continue this conversation about leading with intention and presence. Together, we can ensure that the legacies we create are not measured only in achievements, but in the positive impact we leave behind.

 Lead with a Coaching Mindset is available in Amazon https://bit.ly/Leadwithacoachingmindset. I hope you will join me in this journey of building leadership legacies that last.