The context of the following conversation is Jan was in charge of the big catering job. Jan handed down orders to what was going out next.:
Jan says I just got put in charge of a big catering job..
The friend responds Oh, cool. Maybe a promotion is in the works..
Jan responds I really hope so..
The friend responds How did you do?.
Jan responds It was nerve wracking but I was able to hand down orders as to what was going out next..
The friend responds I'm glad it went well!.