By Withdrawing From the Election, Joe Biden Just Taught a Powerful Lesson in Leadership. Every CEO Should Pay Attention
Joe Biden is withdrawing from the presidential race, and giving his support to vice president Kamala Harris. It's a sad end to an impressive political career, one that allowed him to help shape this nation. It must have been a wrenching decision to make, and it's sad news for those who admire Biden, including me. But it's also an unforgettable example of leadership, wisdom, and courage. Every leader should pay attention. The time may come when you're faced with a similar decision, when you're forced to choose between what you long to do--what your heart tells you to do--and what you know is right for your organization and your team. I'm going to be honest. I did not want to write this column. In fact, the first time my editor asked me to do it, I declined. At the time, Biden's decision to step down from the race seemed increasingly inevitable but hadn't happened yet. I was hoping hard it never would. From forgiving student loan debt to appoi...