Production planning is a crucial element in the development of video games that is often overlooked but essential for delivering high-quality games on time and within budget. The process involves identifying project goals, defining the scope
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The Importance of a Central Vision Holder and Decision Maker
Video game development is a complex process that involves various teams and departments working together to bring a vision to life. From the game design to the programming and art, there are many moving parts that need to be aligned in order
The Future of the Video Game Industry: How a 4-Day Work Week and Remote Work can Drive Success
The video game industry is a constantly evolving and fast-paced industry, where creative and technical talent work together to create the next big hit. However, in recent years, the industry has faced challenges, such as burnout, long work hours, and high turnover rates.
One-on-One 101 2023
One-on-one meetings are crucial for the success of the video game industry. They provide valuable insights into team members’ progress and challenges, build trust, support growth, manage remote teams, and improve retention rates.
6 Ways to Level-Up in the Game Industry
The video game industry is constantly evolving, and staying ahead of the curve is critical to success. As Albert Einstein once said, “If you’re not learning, you’re dying.” This quote rings particularly true during difficult times, when many individuals may feel stuck both literally and figuratively.
The Secret to Making Hard Choices
A lot of the advice I give in my blog posts assumes that you’re working in an ideal situation, but oftentimes you aren’t – and you may not have the time or resources needed to execute things perfectly. As leaders, sometimes we have
Why You Should Take It Upon Yourself to Better the Situation
There’s one main thing that separates a true leader from a regular person: they’re proactive. When leaders come across a suboptimal situation, they take it upon themselves to make it better. Most people will wait for someone else to fix things,
How Open and Honest Discussions Change the Workplace
Human beings are terrible at communication and it’s usually the biggest problem in an organization. The solution is clear, but it takes work: build and maintain open and honest two-way conversations. As a leader, you not only have to give information
Why You Should Treat Others With Respect
Treating others with respect is a critical leadership skill. To receive trust and respect, you first have to give it. One would think this is a no-brainer, but I constantly come across leaders who micromanage their employees and don’t trust them
Why You Should Focus on the Behavior, NOT the Person
As leaders, we’re not supposed to have favorite employees, but we do – we’re human. The important thing, however, is that we don’t play favorites. If you like Bob and hate Tony, you have to treat them the same way for the same offense.
How to Lead by Example
When you’re a leader, it’s incredibly important to practice what you preach. You want your employees to do as you say, but they’re more likely to do as you do. So, say and do the same thing. Follow the policies you put into place. Like Gandhi,
The Three A’s of Leadership
“I don’t know, I’ll get back to you.” This simple sentence may not seem like much, but these are the most important eight words to learn in business. Too often, we’re pressured to give an answer or a commitment on the spot – and too often we do.