It Was All a Dream: What Biggie Still Teaches Us About Joy
Joy in leadership does not always arrive loudly. Sometimes it shows up in a quiet moment that reminds you why your work matters. I felt that kind of joy the first time I was able to promote someone at Amazon. She was talented, trusted, and ready, but the first promotion attempt did not go through. She handled the disappointment with grace, but I knew the no did not reflect her impact. I stayed with her. I coached her through the feedback. I made sure her contributions were visible to the people who needed to see them. When the yes finally came, calling her to deliver the news filled me with a joy that stayed with me. It reminded me that leadership is often about helping someone step into a moment they once only hoped for. That was when Biggie’s voice entered my mind and his song “Juicy” started playing in my head. This classic is a reminder of what it feels like when possibility becomes real. I pulled three lyrics from the song to share leadership insights this week. One of...
