Build What Outlives You | by Jenny Slukynsky
In a world obsessed with speed, quick wins, and instant gratification, it’s easy to forget one of the most meaningful ambitions a person can have: to build something that outlives you. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, parent, leader, or simply someone trying to leave a mark on your corner of the world, what you build today becomes the story someone else inherits tomorrow. The choice is whether that story is forgettable ... or transformative. Why Legacy-Building Matters More Than Ever We live in a moment where everything moves fast - but fades even faster. Trends evaporate. Content scrolls by. Businesses rise and fall in what feels like a single season. But the things that last? They’re built with intentionality, courage, and a willingness to play the long game . Building what outlives you isn’t about ego or monuments. It’s about meaning. It’s about investing your time, talent, and heart into something that continues to give long after you’re done holding it. What D...