by Star Dargin | Feb 22, 2019 | Communication, Confidence, Difficult, Gratitude, Leadership
Despite knowing that his manager supported his position and gave him regular raises, and promotions, Paul despised the person in charge over him. (In full transparency, Paul is not his real name—or any one person, for that matter—as some variation of this story plays...
by Star Dargin | Oct 15, 2018 | Communication, Confidence, Difficult, Leaders, Leadership
In extreme scenarios, being nice and not speaking up can result in death. A failed O-ring seal was blamed for the Challenger space shuttle disaster that killed seven astronauts, even though NASA engineer Allan McDonald knew of the potential disaster and didn’t sign...
by Star Dargin | Oct 7, 2018 | Communication, Difficult, Leaders, Leadership, Uncategorized
“Do it my way or I will have you thrown out by security” I was told before the conference at the hotel. I had spoken up in a nice way and thought I was being helpful. I was coming from a place of gratitude and being a contributing member of the team. I wanted...
by Star Dargin | Jun 13, 2018 | Difficult, Leaders, Leadership
The beautiful rock star, 7-million-dollar-a year sales and marketing expert screamed at me from the stage, “Sit down! You are not coachable.” I tried to hold back the tears as I gulped and sat down. How could that be? I’ve been a certified coach since 2002. I have...
by Star Dargin | May 9, 2018 | Gratitude, Leaders, Leadership
Mari Ryan of Advancing Wellness, a company with the goal of positively impacting the lives of individuals and the companies where they work interviewed me last month and really hit a nerve. Here’s what I told Mari, “You’ve hit my nerve. Stop me if I go too far, okay?...
by Star Dargin | Mar 28, 2018 | Books, Gratitude, Leadership
After 15 years of conscious practice, 5 years of knowing I had a book in me, and 2 years of gratitude and leadership immersion. Before you order make sure you check out below who the book is targeted to, it’s not for everyone. You can order your copy here on Amazon at...