1% and the Potter In a village known for its artistry, two young potters—Lina and Marek—set out to master their craft and someday become the Royal Artisan, a title passed only once a generation. The village mentor, an old woman named Kora, gave them both the same advice: “Perfection is not born in a day. […]

Once in the Kingdom of Aimwell, a wise queen ruled over a land where archery was the highest art. Every year, she hosted the Tournament of Arrows, where the best archers competed to strike the Golden Target — a mark placed in the heart of the Whispering Woods. This year, five archers were chosen to […]

One evening, a college student sat down with her leadership mentor after a tough week. Between balancing classes, internship applications, and trying to build something meaningful, she felt overwhelmed. “I feel pulled in different directions,” she admitted. “One part of me wants to be confident, take initiative, and build something great. But another part keeps […]

By Anonymous On a sunny Monday, the General Manager at Fun Social introduced two new trainees to the team. One was Karen, who seemed eager to let everyone know she had over a decade of hospitality experience. She proudly listed every restaurant she had ever worked in and assured the trainers that she already knew […]

By  CJ Hardy and Josh Rossmeisl In the heart of a valley, nestled between winding hills and ancient trees, was the village of Waypoint. Every morning, as the sun painted gold across the fields, the villagers gathered at the edge of the old stone road. Their path to the market square was the same as it […]

There was a time not long ago when two promising team members, Davis and Dante, started at the same busy hospitality venue known as The Grove. The Grove wasn’t easy. It demanded discipline, accountability, and adaptability. It moved fast, evolved often, and expected a lot. But for those willing to lean in, it was also […]

By Ace Angaza Don’s granddad had hands like tree bark—rough, worn, and always carrying the scent of earth. He was a gardener, the kind who didn’t just grow flowers but spoke to them like they were old friends. Every summer since Don could remember, he was forced to tag along and help. “Whatever you plant […]

In a small village at the edge of a great forest, there was a blacksmith named Elara, known far and wide for her skill in shaping the strongest, most beautiful tools and weapons. Her forge was a place of great importance, not only to her, but to the entire village, as it supplied the villagers […]

Once, a wise king grew troubled, seeing his people grow too comfortable, too reliant on life’s conveniences. To challenge their resilience, he placed a massive boulder in the center of the main road leading into the city. Then, hidden nearby, he waited to see how his people would respond. At dawn, travelers arrived, busy with […]

By Amanda Murray   | Vice President of Strategic Branding & Partner, AMP Up1 Hospitality & Your 3rd Spot In 2017, my husband, Dan, and I left the Boston suburbs for the city, looking to shorten his commute and delay the commitment to suburban life. We moved into a small condo complex on Louis Terrace in […]