Time released their list of 100 Most Influential People this week. After I scrolled through their list I started thinking about my most influential people.
Some of the standard characters are on my list- family, close friends. There are folks on my list for their negative example. People I want to learn from but NOT emulate. For example, Donald Trump – love him or hate him you have to admit there is a whole lot of ego tied up in everything he does. The way he does business leaves bodies in his wake- that is not how I want to do business. He is a constant reminder that power and wealth can bring out the worst in us.
Bill and Melinda Gates are on my list. Love or hate Microsoft the Gates are trying to make a positive difference in the world. While I may not have the impact they have- yet- I strive to make a positive difference every day.
Who are your most influential people? Share your short list of influentials in the comments. I am always surprised at who influences us in our personal lives and in business and there just might be someone on your list that my readers and I can learn from. Maybe they will make my list next year.
Thanks for sharing!
