The greatest stars in both theatre and sports, don't shine on their own. A great star makes their team better. Whether it's Michael Jordan's pinpoint passes or Olivier's perfectly timed line readings, the top stars provide the opportunity for their teammates to do their best.
Stars know that they depend upon their fellow actors to deliver the lines and emotions in each scene that allows them to shine. Even if they're playing in a one person show they depend upon the director, designers, and stage manager to make sure they're shown to the best advantage. The greatest stars know this, and let their cast and crew know it, too. Even when I was a lowly assistant director on plays in New York, the great stars would give me, and the rest of the crew, gifts on opening night. A little kindness to the rest of the cast and crew will go a long way towards a smooth running production.
Practice that this week at work. Be generous to your co-workers. Say "please" and "thank you." Offer to help out on a project. Do something to make their lives easier. See what happens and let me know. You could be taking the first step towards becoming the office star.
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