Build From Your Brokenness: A Conversation with Melva LaJoy Legrand

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Build Her, Be Her podcast, host Leading Lady Dar engages in a heartfelt conversation with Melva LaJoy Legrand, CEO and Founder of LaJoy Creative. They discuss Melva's journey, her achievements, and the importance of purpose-driven work. Melva shares her experiences of overcoming challenges, the significance of leadership and legacy, and the necessity of healing and community support. The conversation emphasizes the power of resilience, the value of curiosity, and the importance of positioning oneself for future opportunities. Melva's mantra for 2025 is 'unstoppable,' encouraging listeners to build from their brokenness and embrace their unique paths.TakeawaysMelva emphasizes the importance of knowing who you are and whose you are.Recognition of hard work is a reflection of ancestral prayers and efforts.Service should be the primary motivation behind one's work.Women should share their struggles to humanize their success.Curiosity is essential for continuous learning and growth.Positioning oneself for opportunities is crucial, especially during tough times.Leadership should focus on cultivating people as humans, not just employees.Healing is necessary to prevent unresolved issues from affecting others.Building a legacy is about how you make others feel, not just achievements.It's okay to be a beginner; everyone starts somewhere.Connect with the marvelous Melva LaJoy Legrand so you can Find the JOY.  Make the MEMORY.  Share the MEANING. Tell the STORY:Website: https://www.lajoycreative.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/belajoyful Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lajoycreativeYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@lajoycreativeSupport the showWhen you build her, you be her!Black Woman About Businesswww.blackwomanaboutbusiness.comInstagram:  www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusinessBuild Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual