You will not leave this earth alive.

Life expectancy in the U.S. is 79 years. Eventually, your life will end, then you will stand before God to account how responsible you were with the talents you were given. How did you treat others? Did you serve to others?

You will be accountable for your life. You will also be accountable for your actions at work. Yes, you will be accountable to God for your 9 to 5 life. Many people incorrectly think what you do at work has nothing to do with life.

As a leader, you will be accountable for how you treated your employees. Serving and treating those you lead with dignity and respect: these actions will be evaluated.

You should live each day with the perspective your life will eventually end. My hope is you live a very long, productive, rewarding and healthy life. There is, however, a beginning and an end.

The realization of death provides perspective on life and work.