Living Above Your Job Legacy Over the Ladder: Choosing Impact over Position

by Cox, Andrew

• ISBN13: 9798317802622
• ISBN10: 8317802620
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2025-07-24
• Publisher: BookBaby

Summary

In "Living Above Your Job: Choosing Impact over Position," Andrew Cox invites readers to rethink the way we view success, leadership, and legacy. In a world that often measures worth by roles and recognition, this book challenges you to build a life defined not by what's printed on your business card, but by the lives you touch and the values you carry with you every day.
Drawing from years of leadership experience and personal reflection, Andrew shares powerful lessons on leading with purpose, embracing the quiet moments that shape us, and choosing influence over status. Whether you're early in your career, deep into your leadership journey, or simply searching for deeper meaning in your work, this book will inspire you to elevate your perspective and lead in a way that outlasts any job description. With practical insights and heartfelt stories, "Living Above Your Job" reminds us that true leadership isn't about climbing ladders—it's about building bridges, supporting others, and leaving a legacy that rises above any title we hold. This is more than a book about work; it's a book about the kind of life and impact worth pursuing.

Author Biography

Andrew Cox is a dedicated leader, builder of people, and lifelong advocate for the success of others. As Chief of Staff and a champion for leadership development, Andrew has spent his career not only advancing organizational goals but, more importantly, raising the people who drive them. He believes leadership is less about the titles we hold and more about the lives we impact along the way.
Andrew is the author of "Living Above Your Job," a leadership philosophy book that challenges readers to see beyond titles and tasks, focusing instead on purpose-driven impact and the daily choices that build enduring legacies. His passion for developing others extends beyond the workplace, having also served as an adjunct professor, where he equips future leaders with practical wisdom and perspective drawn from real-world experiences. Throughout his career, Andrew has mentored rising leaders, championed cultural transformation, and guided executive teams through seasons of growth and change. His approach is grounded in humility, intentionality, and the belief that leadership is a privilege—one that requires courage in small moments as much as big decisions. As a trusted advisor and connector, Andrew is known for his ability to turn vision into action and to cultivate leadership cultures that outlast any individual role. Whether in the boardroom, at a leadership retreat, in the classroom, or in everyday conversation, Andrew is determined to bring authenticity, reflection, and a genuine desire to help others succeed.
Above all, Andrew is a devoted husband and father, drawing daily inspiration from his family and grounded by his faith. He views every role in life, both personal and professional, as an opportunity to lead with purpose, lift others, and leave a legacy worth following.