Personal Growth

One Thing That Makes You Unforgettable

The primary choice that makes you memorable

Bill Abbate
ILLUMINATION
Published in
4 min readNov 5, 2024

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What makes someone unforgettable, leaving an impact long after they’re gone? A single, powerful trait connects remarkable people across time. Let’s uncover how this defining quality shapes legacies and offers insights for living a meaningful life.

The defining trait

I recently came across some words from the early 20th century that capture the essence of why certain people are remembered: “One of the most amazing things ever said on this earth is Jesus’s statement: ‘He that is greatest among you shall be your servant,’” observed Harry Emerson Fosdick. He went on to say, “Nobody has one chance in a billion of being thought really great after a century has passed except those who have been the servants of all. That strange realist from Bethlehem knew that.”

Regardless of personal beliefs, there’s a compelling truth here: the path to a lasting legacy lies in service to others.

Serving others selflessly

History’s most enduring figures are often those who served others selflessly. Jesus exemplified this to the extreme, inspiring countless generations by sacrificing his life. Another historical icon, Moses…

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Bill Abbate
Bill Abbate

Written by Bill Abbate

Leadership Writer and Editor in ILLUMINATION, Leadership/Executive Coach, Author www.BillAbbate.com

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