Takeaway #81516: Someone told us that the secret to professional life was to always be slightly underpaid.  Why?  Because you can always asked to be paid more….we need some…..

This demo of Biggie reminds us that before you can get paid, you have to demonstrate a true value proposition:

Thank you to @ambrosia4heads for the reminder.  Check them out at http://www.ambrosiaforheads.com.

“Enchanted Lady” – Milt Jackson/Ray Brown
Courtesy of DJ Rob Mora

“When he came, in the game, he made his own lane.”
Kanye West –Diamonds are Forever-

Takeaway 80516: No one is managing your future, except you. There is no neat path, except the one you are making now. Don’t wait to be chosen, make your own lane.