by Star Dargin | Nov 17, 2025 | Communication, Gratitude, Leaders
Not a minor scolding, a full-on Bobby Knight moment. At the time, I didn’t even know who he was. Years later, my son told me it was the most memorable celebrity encounter in our family — and as a family, we’ve had many with way more visible celebrities, to name just a...
by Star Dargin | Jul 28, 2025 | Gratitude, Leaders, Leadership, Trust
When I asked a room of 60 project managers, “What gets in the way of gratitude in workplaces and projects?” the Post-it notes came pouring in—some from individuals, others the summary from small groups. The answers were raw, honest, and sometimes hilarious. Stress....
by Star Dargin | Apr 23, 2025 | Gratitude, Leaders, Leadership
If you are stressed, handling uncertainty, and not getting the desired results, try gratitude. Gratitude is more than a nice gesture; it’s a critical leadership skill with measurable benefits. As a leader, how you practice gratitude can extend to your teams. Here...
by Star Dargin | Jan 23, 2025 | Gratitude, gratitude story, Leaders, Leadership, Uncategorized
Imagine people being as nice and joyful year-round as they are during the holidays. It’s possible, with gratitude. Gratitude is not just for holidays. It is a skill that can be used and made stronger every day. Last year, I interviewed leaders and many others who...
by Star Dargin | Aug 5, 2024 | Gratitude, gratitude story, Leaders, Leadership
The hospitality industry, with its DNA deeply rooted in gratitude, often doesn’t label it as such. Brian, a seasoned professional in this field, has a unique take on this. Despite not practicing daily gratitude, he embodies a spirit of gratitude. Our...
by Star Dargin | Apr 1, 2024 | Business, Gratitude, gratitude story, Leaders, Leadership
She has been there and done that. The Statue of Liberty used to be a tourist attraction to her, but in 1995, it became a symbol of her new home. She has been an immigration lawyer since 2006 and was an immigrant to the United States. Saja is a business immigration...
