🌟 The Hope That Keeps Me Going (And Why It Matters for Your Legacy)

Hope is the legacy that outlives us.

This Advent season, I’ve been reflecting on a truth that’s shaped my work with founders: Hope isn’t just a feeling—it’s a lifeline.

In Lamentations 3:24, the prophet Jeremiah writes: “The Lord is my portion; therefore I will hope in Him.”

Here’s why this matters for you:

1️⃣ Hope Redefines “Portion”

• The word “portion” in Hebrew (cheleq) means future, inheritance, or destiny.

• For founders, your business is part of your portion—but it’s not your ultimate portion. That belongs to something bigger.

• Question: Are you building a legacy that reflects eternal hope or just temporary success?

2️⃣ Hope Overcomes the Fear of Finishing

• Many founders avoid succession planning because they fear losing their identity.

• But hope in something greater—a purpose beyond profit—redefines identity. It’s not tied to a title; it’s tied to the difference you make.

• Example: A 76-year-old CEO I know plans to work “as long as the Lord can use me.” His hope isn’t in retirement—it’s in impact.

3️⃣ Hope Fuels Generosity

• When you see your business as a gift to steward, succession becomes an act of generosity.

• You’re not “giving up” your business—you’re passing on a mission.

• Stat: 70% of businesses fail to reach the second generation. Hope changes that.

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🎄Advent Challenge: This season, ask yourself:

• What would my business look like if it were built to outlast me?

• How can I build a legacy that honors the people who’ve helped me along the way?

📖 Want to dive deeper? My book, Succession Planning for Impact, walks through 7 steps to build a company that lasts—rooted in purpose, not fear.

💬Let’s talk: What’s one way you’re choosing hope over fear in your business this season? Hit reply—I’d love to hear.

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P.S. Know a founder wrestling with succession? Forward this post—it might be the nudge they need.