There are three dimensions of time: past, present, and future. The future has yet to materialize; the past is forever gone and cannot be changed. We can learn from the past and let it inform the decisions we make in the present to create a better future. The only dimension that is “real” is the present. How leaders make decisions in the “now” creates the future, which becomes their legacy as soon as it comes to pass.

Leadership, however, isn’t just about managing teams, achieving goals, or making tough decisions in the present. Authentic leadership extends beyond the immediate horizon and aims to create a lasting impact. Legacy leadership is a concept that encourages leaders to be mindful of the legacy they leave behind through the decisions they make.

In this article, we will explore the importance of legacy leadership and provide insights into how leaders can become more conscious of the legacy they craft by examining the incredible changes occurring in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the stewardship of His Excellency Mohammed Bin Salman, the crown prince of Saudi Arabia. His ambitions are manifested in the ‘Vision 2030’ project, which includes unprecedented reforms for economic diversification and massive initiatives in the modernization of public life in the Kingdom, quickly transforming Saudi society.