Press Start Leadership Podcast

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Welcome to the Press Start Leadership Podcast, your ultimate guide to unlocking your leadership potential in the dynamic world of the video game industry. Join me, Christopher Mifsud, a seasoned industry professional with two decades of experience leading and nurturing teams for renowned digital creative companies worldwide.

This podcast is your secret weapon in an industry that often promotes talented individuals without providing the necessary leadership training. Drawing from my personal experiences and dedicated investment in top-tier coaches and programs, I've successfully bridged the gap in leadership development. I'm excited to share these invaluable insights with a broader audience, empowering you in the video game industry.

Whether you're a video game industry pro or aspiring to lead a creative product and development team, this show is designed to help you maximize your team's potential and embrace your role as a visionary leader. Together, we'll explore proven strategies, industry trends, and personal anecdotes that will give you the competitive edge you need.

Are you ready to level up your leadership skills and excel in the vibrant world of video game development? Join us on the Press Start Leadership Podcast and let's begin this transformative journey. Just Press Start!


Episode Date
The Game Developer's Guide to Successful Leadership Retreats
May 12, 2024
Start With Why: How Purpose-Driven Leadership Shapes the Video Game Industry
May 05, 2024
Mastering the Game Pitch: Strategies for Captivating the Video Game Industry
Apr 28, 2024
Mastering Executive Presence in the Gaming Industry: A Guide to Commanding Authority and Inspiring Teams
Apr 21, 2024
From Concept to Launch Insights into Indie Game Development
Apr 14, 2024
Level Up Your Indie Game Marketing: Strategies for Success
Apr 07, 2024
Navigating Leadership in the Video Game Industry: A Guide to Innovation and Success
Mar 31, 2024
Mastering Transmedia Storytelling for Indie Games: A Roadmap to Enriching Your Game's Universe
Mar 24, 2024
Mastering Leadership and Emotional Intelligence in the Gaming Industry
Mar 17, 2024
Mastering Resilient Leadership in the Gaming Industry: Transforming Challenges into Success
Mar 10, 2024
Mastering the Art of Negotiation and Leadership in the Video Game Industry
Mar 03, 2024
Mastering Intentional Leadership: Cultivating Values and Maximizing Impact
Feb 25, 2024
Surviving the Economic Downturn: Strategies for Game Studios to Weather the Storm and Emerge Victorious
Feb 18, 2024
Mastering Team Collaboration in Game Development: Strategies for Innovation and Success
Feb 12, 2024
Crafting Video Games with Vision and Team Unity
Feb 04, 2024
Mastering Leadership in Game Development: Strategic Goal Setting for Studio Success
Jan 28, 2024
From Pixels to Progress: A Video Game Leader’s Annual Reflection
Jan 21, 2024
Mastering the Business of Indie Game Development: Strategies for Success
Jan 14, 2024
Crafting a Legal Shield for Your Video Game Empire
Jan 07, 2024
The Dual Role of Leaders as Bridges and Pedestals in the Video Game Industry
Dec 31, 2023
Embracing a Results-Oriented Shift in Game Development: Beyond Crunch Culture
Dec 24, 2023
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Video Game Studios
Dec 17, 2023
Leading with Clarity: The Impact of Meditation for Game Industry Leaders
Dec 10, 2023
Unlocking Mindfulness in Gaming Leadership: The Game-Changing Reality
Dec 03, 2023
Mastering Remote Team Management in the Global Gaming Industry
Nov 27, 2023
Mastering the Art of Pitching a Game Idea Successfully
Nov 19, 2023
Mastering the Long Game: Persistence and Consistency in Video Game Development
Nov 12, 2023
Unveiling the Power of a Video Game Producer
Nov 05, 2023
Managing and Navigating Risk in the Video Game Industry
Oct 29, 2023
The Unseen Game Developer: Triumphing in Scope Reduction
Oct 22, 2023
Leading the Way in the Gaming Industry Through Mentorship
Oct 16, 2023
Mastering the Art of Digital Networking in the Gaming Industry
Oct 09, 2023
Mastering Conflict Resolution and Leadership in the Gaming Industry
Oct 02, 2023
Redefining Game Development in the Age of Remote Work
Sep 25, 2023
The Art of Financial Management in Game Development
Sep 18, 2023
Unlocking the Power of Narrative in Video Game Storytelling
Sep 11, 2023
Exploring the Transition from Indie to AAA Game Studios: Challenges, Strategies, and Insights
Sep 04, 2023
Transforming Studio Culture with the 'Work a Hard Eight' Philosophy
Aug 28, 2023
Game Development: Transforming Ideas into Success through Communication
Aug 21, 2023
Level Up: Building and Nurturing a Thriving Game Studio
Aug 14, 2023
Embracing Inclusive Leadership in Game Development
Aug 07, 2023
The Incredible Leadership Potential of Gamers Revealed
Jul 31, 2023
Navigating Difficult Conversations in the Gaming Industry: From Layoffs to Rumors
Jul 24, 2023
Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Onboarding: Lessons from Play On Word Studios
Jul 17, 2023
Leveling Up Leadership: The Role of Mindfulness and Meditation in the Gaming Industry
Jul 10, 2023
Leveling Up After a Game Over: Navigating Job Loss in the Video Game Industry
Jul 03, 2023
Level Up Your Game Development Team: Strategies for Cultivating a Winning Culture
Jun 26, 2023
From Disaster to Master: Leveling Up Your Game Dev Career
Jun 19, 2023
Level Up Your Gaming Studio: Unlocking the Power of Performance Improvement Plans
Jun 12, 2023
Game-Changing Creativity: Injecting Fun into Functional for Unforgettable Video Game Experiences
Jun 05, 2023
The Power of Personal Logging & Journaling in the Video Game Industry
May 29, 2023
The Power of Servant Leadership in the Video Game Industry
May 22, 2023
Game On! The Ultimate Guide to Asset Naming Conventions in Video Game Development
May 15, 2023
Mastering Delegation for Leaders in the Video Game Industry
May 08, 2023
Using the 80/20 Rule for Success
May 01, 2023
Creating Engaging Video Games: A Beginner’s Guide to Concepting and Prototyping
Apr 24, 2023
Simplistic Design in Video Game Design: The Key to Engaging and Accessible Games
Apr 17, 2023
Production Planning in the Video Game Industry: Basics and Importance
Apr 10, 2023
The Importance of a Central Vision Holder and Decision Maker
Apr 03, 2023
The Future of the Video Game Industry: How a 4-Day Work Week and Remote Work can Drive Success
Mar 27, 2023
One-on-One 101 2023
Mar 20, 2023
6 Ways to Level-Up in the Game Industry
Mar 13, 2023
The Secret to Making Hard Choices
Mar 06, 2023
Why You Should Take It Upon Yourself to Better the Situation
Feb 27, 2023
How Open and Honest Discussions Change the Workplace
Feb 20, 2023
Why You Should Treat Others With Respect
Feb 13, 2023
Why You Should Focus on the Behavior, NOT the Person
Feb 06, 2023
How to Lead by Example
Jan 30, 2023
The Three A’s of Leadership
Jan 23, 2023
Don’t Speak! How to Say More by Saying Less
Jan 16, 2023
The Secret of I Don’t Know, I’ll Get Back to You
Jan 09, 2023
Why Changing Priorities in Life Is Ok
Jan 02, 2023
Why You Should Live Your Life on Story Mode
May 30, 2022
The Whys and Hows of Being Your Own Leadership Brand
May 23, 2022
The Importance of Both Short and Long Term Solutions
May 16, 2022
You are Going to Fail… and Die
May 09, 2022
Why Feedback is So Important
May 02, 2022
What to Do When Things Aren’t “Okay”
Apr 25, 2022
5 Important Reasons Leaders Need to Be Likable
Apr 18, 2022
The Importance of a Happy Face
Apr 11, 2022
Why Perception is Reality
Apr 04, 2022
How to Know if You’re a Bully Boss
Mar 28, 2022
Mistakes to Avoid as a New Leader Part 2
Mar 21, 2022
Mistakes to Avoid as a New Leader Part 1
Mar 14, 2022
5 Tips on How to Network
Mar 07, 2022
5 Reasons Why Networking is Essential
Feb 28, 2022
The 3 Best Places to Network
Feb 21, 2022
The Secret to Countering Culture Shock
Feb 14, 2022
The Truth About Culture Shock
Feb 07, 2022
How to Kill Em’ With Kindness
Jan 31, 2022
How to Get Organized and Stay Organized
Jan 24, 2022
6 Tips to Get the Most Out of 1-on-1 Meetings
Jan 17, 2022
Creating Growth Opportunities for Your Team
Jan 10, 2022
The Awesome Guide to Giving Constructive Feedback
Jan 03, 2022
The Secret to Being a Voice for the Voiceless
Dec 27, 2021
The Secret to Setting Expectations
Dec 20, 2021
6 Awesome Tips for Aspiring Leaders
Dec 13, 2021
The Secret to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Dec 06, 2021
How to Interview for a Leadership Role
Nov 29, 2021
Why It Is Important to Remove Bad Apples
Nov 22, 2021
How to Support a Diverse Team as a Leader
Nov 15, 2021
Tackling Toxic Culture as a Leader
Nov 08, 2021
Eight Simple Tips to Beat Procrastination
Nov 01, 2021
How Being a Game Master Makes You a Better Leader
Oct 25, 2021
10 Tips for Being an Awesome Leader
Oct 18, 2021
6 Simple Tips for Finding Your True Passion
Oct 11, 2021
5 Quick Time Management Tips
Oct 04, 2021
Best Habits for Working from Home
Sep 27, 2021
The 3 Worst Books for New Leaders
Sep 20, 2021
The Art of Active Listening for Leaders
Sep 13, 2021
The 3 Best Books for New Leaders
Sep 06, 2021
8 Ways to Be Present With Your Team
Aug 30, 2021
6 Easy Ways to Find Mentors
Aug 23, 2021
A Better Alternative to Transparency
Aug 09, 2021
3 Tips for Great Documentation
Jul 26, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Terry Cook
Jul 19, 2021
7 Tips to Bring Out the Awesome in Your Employees
Jul 12, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Ryan Bowlin
Jul 05, 2021
5 Simple Tips on Getting a Raise
Jun 28, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Brandes Stoddard
Jun 21, 2021
The Simple Guide to Getting Your Ideas Off the Ground
Jun 14, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Robin Bates
Jun 07, 2021
The Secret to a 5 Star Performance Review
May 31, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Katie Downey
May 24, 2021
10 Life Lessons From My Parents
May 17, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Adam Gerstin
May 10, 2021
5 Secrets to Unleash the Real You
May 03, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Adam Kobler
Apr 26, 2021
10 Things a Leader Should Never Do
Apr 19, 2021
Conversations With Christopher: Jeremiah McCoy
Apr 12, 2021
The Secret of Experiences Over BS
Apr 05, 2021
Get Rid of ASSumptions Once and for All
Mar 29, 2021
Naming and Planning Your Year for Success!
Mar 22, 2021
Putting Leadership Skills into Practice
Mar 15, 2021
Gratitude and Using Your Values to Set Expectations
Mar 08, 2021
6 Steps to Set Your Defining Values as a Leader
Mar 01, 2021
The Easy Guide to Servant Leadership
Feb 20, 2021
9 Gardening Lessons for Leadership
Feb 15, 2021
Consistency and the Tale of Cows and Kangaroos
Feb 08, 2021
What if the Problem is You?
Feb 01, 2021
Are You a Prepared Leader?
Jan 25, 2021
The Importance of Investing in People (Why and How)
Jan 18, 2021
Learn to Communicate, Delegate and Get Into the Video Game Industry!
Jan 11, 2021
6 Ways to be More Positive as a Leader
Jan 04, 2021
What to do After You Lose Your Job!
Jan 03, 2021
Why 1-on-1's are Essential as a Leader
Jan 03, 2021
Intro to the Man, the Myth, the Legend
Jan 03, 2021