This TEDx talk challenges the conventional idea of legacy as something that exists only after you’re gone. Instead, it redefines legacy as a living, breathing impact you create every day. By sharing stories and insights, the talk reveals how you can design your legacy through daily actions, mindset shifts, and intentional decisions. It highlights that waiting to be remembered is a mistake—true legacy is about becoming the person you are proud of while you’re still alive. Tom Kelly is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur who helps mission-driven leaders scale their impact with systems—not stress. He founded CharityAuctionsToday, a platform that’s helped over 50,000 nonprofits raise $1B+. As host of The Million Dollar Nonprofit podcast and author of the book by the same name, Tom teaches nonprofits and entrepreneurs how to leverage automation, AI, and bold action to grow without burning out. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx