Influence

Influence is simply defined as the power to produce an effect without an apparent exertion.  Everyone is an influencer of other people. It doesn't matter who you are or what your occupation is, if your life in any way connects with other people, you are an influencer.  In other words,  just by living your life you are producing an effect. 

Think about when you throw a rock into a lake and it sends ripples across the water - in a similar manner, your life "ripples out" and has influence on those around you.  Ask yourself this question..."What effect do I have on others?"  Is it positive or negative?  You may not think you have that much impact on others, but whether you realize it or not, your life is setting an example.  Your attitude, your confidence, what you believe about your own value and significance, and how you interact with others is influencing people in the most subtle ways. 

Baseball legend Jackie Robinson noted, "A life isn't significant except for its impact on other lives." Positive Influencers add value to "other people."  Not only does your purpose involve your own accomplishments and destiny, but it also involves helping others fullfill their purpose and destiny! 

Question...."Whose life is impacted in a positive way today because you woke up?

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