Nearly 50 Years with Zig Ziglar: A Life of Purpose & Legacy

What does it mean to truly love what you do—and to spend nearly 50 years helping carry forward a legacy that has changed millions of lives? In this episode, I sit down with Laurie Magers Flanagan, Zig Ziglar's longest-standing employee, for a heartfelt conversation about faith, purpose, loving your work, navigating life's ebbs and flows, and the power of leaving a lasting legacy. For nearly five decades, Laurie has been part of the Ziglar story. She's experienced the evolution of an extraordinary organization, witnessed the impact of Zig's message, and played a meaningful role in ensuring his principles continue to inspire future generations. But this conversation is about more than Zig Ziglar. It's about finding joy and purpose in the work we do. It's about faith that sustains us through uncertain seasons, embracing the highs and lows of life, and recognizing that our journey doesn't always follow the path we imagined. Together, we explore what it means to love what you do, remain grounded in your values, and recognize the significance of the people and opportunities placed along your path. And, of course, we reflect on the enduring legacy of Zig Ziglar—a man whose message of hope, encouragement, integrity, and serving others continues to change lives. Zig famously said: "You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help enough other people get what they want." That philosophy is at the heart of Shift School. As a Ziglar Master Coach, I've experienced firsthand how Zig's principles can transform the way we think, lead, and serve. Having the opportunity to hear Laurie's perspective on the man, the mission, and the legacy makes this conversation especially meaningful. Whether you're a longtime Zig Ziglar fan, a leader seeking greater purpose, or someone navigating a season of change, this episode offers an invitation to reflect on what matters most. Because life will always have its ebbs and flows. Careers will change. Circumstances will shift. But the way we love, serve, encourage, and invest in others can create an impact that lasts far beyond our lifetime. The greatest legacy isn't simply what we accomplish. It's what we inspire others to carry forward. CONNECT & KEEP MAKING THE SHIFT Explore Zig Ziglar's Legacy: https://www.ziglar.com/ Connect with Lisa Costa & Shift 76: https://shift76.com/ Subscribe to Shift School with Lisa Costa for meaningful conversations about leadership, faith, purpose, personal growth, and living a life of significance. If this conversation encourages you, share it with someone who has made a difference in your life. Love what you do. Have faith through the journey. Serve others well. And build a legacy worth carrying forward. #ShiftSchool #LisaCosta #ZigZiglar #ZiglarLegacy #Leadership #FaithAndPurpose #PersonalGrowth #LivingWithPurpose #Legacy