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Press Start Leadership Podcast — 237 episodes
Rituals That Make Studios Better
How Game Leaders Balance Teams And Stakeholders
Strategic Vision In Game Development
Game Development Leadership When Nothing Is Certain
Gratitude Is Leadership
The Hardest Question In Game Development
How Clear, Concise, Constant, And Consistent Communication Transforms A Studio
How To Take Over An Existing Team Without Breaking It
Balancing Optimism And Realism In Game Development Leadership
Balancing Freedom And Accountability In Game Development Leadership
How To Start Strong As A New Video Game Leader
From Chaos To Clarity: Monthly, Weekly, Daily For Game Leaders
Back To Basics Leadership
Why Great Leaders Never Stop Learning In A Fast-Changing Games Industry
From Game Worlds To Global Franchises: How Leaders Grow IP Into Film, TV, And More
Remote Leadership That Actually Works
From Pitch Rooms To Panels: Mastering Debate And Public Speaking For Game Leadership
How Game Studios Find, Prove, And Protect Competitive Advantage
Why Reactive Leaders Burn Out Studios And How Proactive Leaders Build Resilience
Balancing Scarcity And Growth In The Games Industry
Why The Games Industry Must Choose Empathy And Ditch Late-Game Capitalism
Building Creative IP Ecosystems for Sustainable Franchise Growth
Network or Burnout: The Entrepreneur's Choice
Finding Your Zen in Game Dev Chaos
The Art of Game Pitching: One Sheet to Deal
Beyond Hope: Strategic Planning as Your Studio's Competitive Edge
From Lost to Aligned: Transforming Game Developer Onboarding
Lateral Thinking: The Game Developer's Secret Weapon for Creative Problem-Solving
Aligning Your Game with Market Demand: How to Identify Viable Opportunities
Fail Fast, Succeed Faster: How Dirty Prototyping Transforms Game Development
Character, Camera, Controls: The Foundation of Exceptional Game Design
Game-Changing Business Cases
Lucy and the Football: Surviving Game Funding Setbacks
Logic 101: How Game Development Leaders Can Make Better Decisions Through Structured Thinking
Oops I Did It Again: Why Celebrating Failures Makes Better Games
Finding Your Guide: How Industry Mentors Transform Video Game Leadership
Building Game Studio Repositories: Capturing Collective Wisdom for Development Success
The Power of Looking Inward: How Self-Reflection Elevates Game Development Leaders
Strategic Leadership: Empowering Your Game Development Team for Success
Cows vs. Kangaroos: Why Critical Thinking Matters
The Hidden Level: Team Building in Indie Game Development
The Strategic Edge: Critical Thinking in Game Development Leadership
The Empathy Cheat Code: Unlocking Your Team's Hidden Potential
Navigating Game Industry Chaos: Leadership Strategies for Studio Heads
Outsource Like a Boss: Indie Game Development Without Breaking the Bank
From Code to Command: The Developer-to-Studio Head Journey
Level Up Your Research: Because Guessing Is For Noobs
Game Over for Burnout: Leveling Up Your Studio's Wellness Strategy
Are You Listening? Unlocking the True Power of Feedback in Leadership
Turning Mistakes into Innovation: Cultivating a Creative Game Development Culture
Mastering Trend Analysis and Strategic Integration in Game Development
Leading Indie Game Studios to Success in 2025: Actionable Strategies and Insights
Strategic Planning for Thriving Indie Game Studios
Name Your Year: Transform New Year's Resolutions with Intentional Growth
Level Up Your Leadership: Transforming Business with Tabletop RPG Techniques
Empowering Everyone: The Power of Informal Leadership in Your Organization
Maximizing Team Productivity in Video Game Development: Proven Strategies and Advanced Techniques
Best of 2024: Legal Insights, Survival Strategies, and Leadership Tips
Unlocking Innovation: Leadership Strategies for Success in the Video Game Industry
Mastering Leadership and Prioritization in Game Development
Unlocking Adaptive Leadership: Thriving in the Video Game Industry
Guiding Teams Through Organizational Change in the Video Game Industry
Mastering the Art of Game Industry Negotiations
Balancing Act: Revolutionizing Work-Life Harmony and Mental Health in the Gaming Industry
Navigating Multiple Roles as an Indie Game Entrepreneur
Choosing the Right Project Management Approach: Agile vs. Waterfall in Game Development
Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Game Development
10 Strategies for Transformational Leadership in Video Game Development
Transforming Game Production: Harnessing Mindfulness for Creative and Efficient Teams
Building a Leadership Pipeline: Nurturing Future Leaders in Your Game Studio
Mastering Game Production Efficiency: Adapting Leadership Styles for Success
Revolutionizing Game Development Through Effective Mentorship Strategies
Mastering Stakeholder Engagement in Game Development: Essential Communication Strategies for Success
Mastering Conflict Resolution in Game Development: Advanced Strategies for Team Harmony
Mastering Strategic Risk in Indie Game Development: Balancing Innovation and Informed Decisions
Mastering To-Do Lists and Accountability for Game Development Leaders
Maximizing Business Development at Game Conferences: Strategy, Networking, and ROI
Overcoming Complacency and Sparking Innovation in Game Development
From TV to Games: The Art of Transmedia Narratives
Elevate Your Leadership in the Gaming Industry
Prioritizing Mental Health in Game Development
Mastering Positive Leadership and Building Resilient Teams in Game Development
Mastering Selfless Leadership in the Video Game Industry
Building Integrity: How Ethical Practices Lead to Success in Game Development
Effective Recruitment Tactics for Indie Developers
Staying Positive Amid Game Development Chaos: Strategies for Resilience and Team Morale
Mastering Self-Care and Creativity in Game Development: Strategies for Stress Management and Work-Life Balance
Transform Your Game Studio with Empathy and Collaboration: A Guide to Human-Centric Leadership
Achieving Game Industry Success One SMART Goal at a Time
Mastering Financial Literacy for Indie Game Success: A Guide to Budgeting and Fiscal Health
The Game Developer's Guide to Successful Leadership Retreats
Start With Why: How Purpose-Driven Leadership Shapes the Video Game Industry
Mastering the Game Pitch: Strategies for Captivating the Video Game Industry
Mastering Executive Presence in the Gaming Industry: A Guide to Commanding Authority and Inspiring Teams
From Concept to Launch Insights into Indie Game Development
Level Up Your Indie Game Marketing: Strategies for Success
Navigating Leadership in the Video Game Industry: A Guide to Innovation and Success
Mastering Transmedia Storytelling for Indie Games: A Roadmap to Enriching Your Game's Universe
Mastering Leadership and Emotional Intelligence in the Gaming Industry
Mastering Resilient Leadership in the Gaming Industry: Transforming Challenges into Success
Mastering the Art of Negotiation and Leadership in the Video Game Industry
Mastering Intentional Leadership: Cultivating Values and Maximizing Impact
Surviving the Economic Downturn: Strategies for Game Studios to Weather the Storm and Emerge Victorious
Mastering Team Collaboration in Game Development: Strategies for Innovation and Success
Crafting Video Games with Vision and Team Unity
Mastering Leadership in Game Development: Strategic Goal Setting for Studio Success
From Pixels to Progress: A Video Game Leader’s Annual Reflection
Mastering the Business of Indie Game Development: Strategies for Success
Crafting a Legal Shield for Your Video Game Empire
The Dual Role of Leaders as Bridges and Pedestals in the Video Game Industry
Embracing a Results-Oriented Shift in Game Development: Beyond Crunch Culture
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Video Game Studios
Leading with Clarity: The Impact of Meditation for Game Industry Leaders
Unlocking Mindfulness in Gaming Leadership: The Game-Changing Reality
Mastering Remote Team Management in the Global Gaming Industry
Mastering the Art of Pitching a Game Idea Successfully
Mastering the Long Game: Persistence and Consistency in Video Game Development
Unveiling the Power of a Video Game Producer
Managing and Navigating Risk in the Video Game Industry
The Unseen Game Developer: Triumphing in Scope Reduction
Leading the Way in the Gaming Industry Through Mentorship
Mastering the Art of Digital Networking in the Gaming Industry
Mastering Conflict Resolution and Leadership in the Gaming Industry
Redefining Game Development in the Age of Remote Work
The Art of Financial Management in Game Development
Unlocking the Power of Narrative in Video Game Storytelling
Exploring the Transition from Indie to AAA Game Studios: Challenges, Strategies, and Insights
Transforming Studio Culture with the 'Work a Hard Eight' Philosophy
Game Development: Transforming Ideas into Success through Communication
Level Up: Building and Nurturing a Thriving Game Studio
Embracing Inclusive Leadership in Game Development
The Incredible Leadership Potential of Gamers Revealed
Navigating Difficult Conversations in the Gaming Industry: From Layoffs to Rumors
Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Onboarding: Lessons from Play On Word Studios
Leveling Up Leadership: The Role of Mindfulness and Meditation in the Gaming Industry
Leveling Up After a Game Over: Navigating Job Loss in the Video Game Industry
Level Up Your Game Development Team: Strategies for Cultivating a Winning Culture
From Disaster to Master: Leveling Up Your Game Dev Career
Level Up Your Gaming Studio: Unlocking the Power of Performance Improvement Plans
Game-Changing Creativity: Injecting Fun into Functional for Unforgettable Video Game Experiences
The Power of Personal Logging & Journaling in the Video Game Industry
The Power of Servant Leadership in the Video Game Industry
Game On! The Ultimate Guide to Asset Naming Conventions in Video Game Development
Mastering Delegation for Leaders in the Video Game Industry
Using the 80/20 Rule for Success
Creating Engaging Video Games: A Beginner’s Guide to Concepting and Prototyping
Simplistic Design in Video Game Design: The Key to Engaging and Accessible Games
Production Planning in the Video Game Industry: Basics and Importance
The Importance of a Central Vision Holder and Decision Maker
The Future of the Video Game Industry: How a 4-Day Work Week and Remote Work can Drive Success
One-on-One 101 2023
6 Ways to Level-Up in the Game Industry
The Secret to Making Hard Choices
Why You Should Take It Upon Yourself to Better the Situation
How Open and Honest Discussions Change the Workplace
Why You Should Treat Others With Respect
Why You Should Focus on the Behavior, NOT the Person
How to Lead by Example
The Three A’s of Leadership
Don’t Speak! How to Say More by Saying Less
The Secret of I Don’t Know, I’ll Get Back to You
Why Changing Priorities in Life Is Ok
Why You Should Live Your Life on Story Mode
The Whys and Hows of Being Your Own Leadership Brand
The Importance of Both Short and Long Term Solutions
You are Going to Fail… and Die
Why Feedback is So Important
What to Do When Things Aren’t “Okay”
5 Important Reasons Leaders Need to Be Likable
The Importance of a Happy Face
Why Perception is Reality
How to Know if You’re a Bully Boss
Mistakes to Avoid as a New Leader Part 2
Mistakes to Avoid as a New Leader Part 1
5 Tips on How to Network
5 Reasons Why Networking is Essential
The 3 Best Places to Network
The Secret to Countering Culture Shock
The Truth About Culture Shock
How to Kill Em’ With Kindness
How to Get Organized and Stay Organized
6 Tips to Get the Most Out of 1-on-1 Meetings
Creating Growth Opportunities for Your Team
The Awesome Guide to Giving Constructive Feedback
The Secret to Being a Voice for the Voiceless
The Secret to Setting Expectations
6 Awesome Tips for Aspiring Leaders
The Secret to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
How to Interview for a Leadership Role
Why It Is Important to Remove Bad Apples
How to Support a Diverse Team as a Leader
Tackling Toxic Culture as a Leader
Eight Simple Tips to Beat Procrastination
How Being a Game Master Makes You a Better Leader
10 Tips for Being an Awesome Leader
6 Simple Tips for Finding Your True Passion
5 Quick Time Management Tips
Best Habits for Working from Home
The 3 Worst Books for New Leaders
The Art of Active Listening for Leaders
The 3 Best Books for New Leaders
8 Ways to Be Present With Your Team
6 Easy Ways to Find Mentors
A Better Alternative to Transparency
3 Tips for Great Documentation
Conversations With Christopher: Terry Cook
7 Tips to Bring Out the Awesome in Your Employees
Conversations With Christopher: Ryan Bowlin
5 Simple Tips on Getting a Raise
Conversations With Christopher: Brandes Stoddard
The Simple Guide to Getting Your Ideas Off the Ground
Conversations With Christopher: Robin Bates
The Secret to a 5 Star Performance Review
Conversations With Christopher: Katie Downey
10 Life Lessons From My Parents
Conversations With Christopher: Adam Gerstin
5 Secrets to Unleash the Real You
Conversations With Christopher: Adam Kobler
10 Things a Leader Should Never Do
Conversations With Christopher: Jeremiah McCoy
The Secret of Experiences Over BS
Get Rid of ASSumptions Once and for All
Naming and Planning Your Year for Success!
Putting Leadership Skills into Practice
Gratitude and Using Your Values to Set Expectations
6 Steps to Set Your Defining Values as a Leader
The Easy Guide to Servant Leadership
9 Gardening Lessons for Leadership
Consistency and the Tale of Cows and Kangaroos
What if the Problem is You?
Are You a Prepared Leader?
The Importance of Investing in People (Why and How)
Learn to Communicate, Delegate and Get Into the Video Game Industry!
6 Ways to be More Positive as a Leader
What to do After You Lose Your Job!
Why 1-on-1's are Essential as a Leader
Intro to the Man, the Myth, the Legend