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Press Start Leadership Podcast

Press Start Leadership

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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 ...
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Beat the Press

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Beat the Press challenges the new norms of objectivity in journalism, political wokeness and boundaries of opinion. Each show takes the listener behind the scenes of the world's biggest and most influential media outlets, featuring journalists making a difference, a tenured panel of media critics and absurd and unusual moments that capture the public's opinion.You'll learn something every time you tune in, while being entertained every minute.
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Listen to my conversations with the most interesting people you may not have come across yet. These conversations might not seem to have a lot in common at first. But just like songs on a mixtape, they create something memorable and emotional. So, let's press play and see what we learn about ourselves. I'm Bob Mathers, host of the Growth Mixtape podcast. I love chasing my curiosity; the further from my comfort zone, the better. I find the most powerful ideas, the ones that compel us to do bo ...
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Hey, Fierce Visionaries, it's your girl, Ashlee Tate! Welcome to the Practice Your Perfect Podcast! Designing a life and business that truly reflect what's most important to you requires continuous practice and a fierce focus on your goals. I've spent years helping individuals and nonprofits find their unique path to success through one-on-one coaching and online courses. I'm an Army Veteran, Nonprofit Founder, Business Strategist, and all-around scrappy entrepreneur who turned 1 impromptu Y ...
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This is Changing Lives Selling Knives — a podcast that shares transformational life and business lessons from highly successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. All the guests on this podcast have two things in common. First, they’re all changing lives today through their work and their influence. Second, they all got their start in business by selling Cutco knives with Vector Marketing. This podcast was created to share inspiring stories from Cutco’s most prominent alumni and current lea ...
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets to transforming your game production team into a powerhouse of creativity and efficiency with mindfulness as your guiding light. Ever wondered how to cut through the chaos of video game development and make decisions with clarity and focus? Join us…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Ready to get off the struggle bus of writing? Too many ideas,? Can't organize your thoughts? Sharing my ideas used to be a constant struggle until I got rid of the restrictions and started creating a writing routine that gave me permission to …
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Self-confidence is a muscle that requires practice every day! Are you ready to build unshakeable self-confidence? In this video, I’m sharing 10 myths about leadership along with 10 simple and powerful steps you can take today to boost your con…
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Today I talk to Dr. Karen Wyatt, a renowned hospice doctor and author of What Really Matters: 7 Lessons for Living from the Stories of the Dying. Now before you press skip, this is not as heavy and morbid as it sounds. In fact, quite the opposite. This conversation was fun, inspiring and hopeful. Karen shares stories of people that learned at the v…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets to building a powerful leadership pipeline within your game studio with us. Could your studio's next top leader be the intern at the desk across from you? Discover how to identify and nurture potential leaders from within your organization, ensurin…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Summary In this episode of the Practice Your Perfect podcast, Ashlee Tate discusses the transformative power of systems and processes in business. She emphasizes the importance of having the right tools in place to automate tasks, manage clien…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets to mastering game production efficiency with the right leadership style! This week on the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we're breaking down how different leadership approaches—autocratic, democratic, transformational, laissez-faire, and servant l…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Want to Watch instead of Listen? Click here: https://youtu.be/-3p2DVCrLJ4 The hardest part of entrepreneurship is just starting! So today's video is focused on sharing tips from the Million Dollar Weekend book by Noah Kagan for budding entrepr…
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Today, we talk with Marc Hogan, a renowned speaker and psychologist with a pretty interesting path from selling missiles, drugs and cigarettes to stand-up comedy and coaching leaders. LinkedIn is a funny place. It can be noisy and isolating like all social media is, but it can also create genuine connections - and that’s how I found Marc. There was…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever wondered how mentorship can revolutionize the game development industry? Tune in to learn the secrets of effective game development mentorship strategies that can skyrocket your career and bring fresh innovation to your studio. We’ll walk you through the importa…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Having multiple interests and passions isn't a bad thing! It's actually your strength. What we, as multi-passionate leaders and entrepreneurs, have to learn is how to manage so many different interests and still make progress on what's most im…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Optimize your approach to stakeholder engagement in game development with our latest episode! Ever wondered how to ensure seamless collaboration and project success within the gaming industry? Join us as we break down the essential strategies to enhance communication…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Leadership as a Skill 03:04 Chapter 1: Vision Alignment and Clarity 06:28 Chapter 2: Building Trust and Fostering a Positive Culture 10:07 Chapter 3: Authenticity and Self-Awareness in Leadership 13:01 Chapter 4: D…
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So this is a fun little bonus episode where my producer Amy and I chat about the podcast and explore what we’ve learned from our first 20 episodes. This conversation turned out to be a lot more emotional than I expected. Since getting sober a couple of years ago, I’ve felt this sense of urgency to make the most of this last season of my career. I w…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ready to master conflict resolution in the high-stakes world of game development? This episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast promises to equip you with the advanced strategies you need to transform team discord into opportunities for growth and innovation. Ho…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! How can you propel your indie game studio to the forefront of innovation while dodging the pitfalls of reckless decision-making? Learn how to master the art of balancing calculated risks and informed decisions in this week's episode of the Press Start Leadership Podc…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! In this video, I want to talk about why quitting your YouTube channel isn't the answer when it comes to digital marketing. I’m going to share 10 things I wish I had known before I ever thought about quitting my own YouTube channel. One of the …
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Today we talk to Andrew Hunt, a history professor and best-selling author of Beatlemania in America: Fan Culture from Below. As a lifelong music fan, I feel like I’ve been preparing for this conversation my whole life. The truth is I’ve always been more of a Stones fan than a Beatles guy, but that doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate that they changed e…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever wondered how leaders in the high-pressure world of game development stay organized and motivated? Discover the transformative power of mastering to-do lists and accountability in this week's episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast. Christopher Mifsud share…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Summary In this conversation, Ashlee discusses the challenges of taking action and provides strategies to overcome them. She emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts and reframing action as a catalyst for growth and momentum. Ashlee suggest…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ready to unlock the secrets of transforming your game conference experience into a business development powerhouse? Join us on this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, where we dissect the strategies that can elevate your presence and effectiveness at game…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! It's never too late to start over, regardless of age. You are in control of your life and can make decisions to change and pivot. The key to happiness is defining your own success and living life on your own terms. Finding your purpose is not …
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Today, we talk to Dr. Tatiana Gwon, a renowned physicist who, after 20 years, went looking for answers in the most unconventional of places: astrology. This conversation challenged a lot of my biases and preconceptions of astrology because frankly, I’ve always thought it was gypsy crystal ball readers and Sunday morning horoscopes. Tatiana does a g…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! In this podcast episode, Ashlee shares her reset process for achieving goals and creating a continuous year of progress. She emphasizes the importance of reflection, evaluation, goal-setting, examining past baselines, and taking action. Ashlee…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Feeling stuck in a creative rut or worried your game development studio might be falling into complacency? Tune into this week's episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, where we unravel the critical pitfalls that can lead to stagnation in the video game indust…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! In this conversation, Ashlee discusses the importance of accountability in achieving goals. She highlights the common challenges people face in staying accountable and provides strategies to overcome them. Ashlee emphasizes the need to discove…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever wondered how your favorite stories stretch across TV, movies, and even video games to create a world you just can't get enough of? Unravel the secrets behind transmedia branding with us on this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast! We'll take you throug…
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Today we talk to Amy Shoenthal, a bestselling author, journalist and marketing consultant for some of the world's largest brands. We talk about her latest book, The Setback Cycle that explores the personal setbacks of prominent leaders and gives us a 4-step process for navigating our own. Maybe you’re in between jobs or in one that’s just not aweso…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! What happens when you combine ethical leadership with the fast-paced world of video game development? Discover how integrity, respect, and accountability can transform your team and drive sustainable success. In this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, hos…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Summary In this episode, Ashlee Tate discusses the importance of creating a personal vision management system to get back on track and achieve your goals. She emphasizes the need for clarity and intentional decision-making based on your own vi…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! How can game studios maintain their cutting-edge creativity while safeguarding the mental well-being of their developers? Join us on the Press Start Leadership Podcast as we confront the harsh realities of crunch culture and unrelenting deadlines that plague the vide…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Mastering Your Business Ecosystem: Key Steps to Success In this episode of the 'Practice Your Perfect' podcast, host Ashlee Tate guides new and seasoned entrepreneurs through the essential steps to mastering their business ecosystem. The discu…
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Today we talk to Bob London, or as I call him, "Mr. Curious." Bob is basically a professional listener. He is an expert in helping people connect and understand one another, and is the mastermind behind the concept of Radically Authentic Discovery. The idea of curiosity is something I’m incredibly passionate about and is the core idea behind this p…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can you lead a video game development team to thrive amid budget cuts, project delays, and staffing challenges? On this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we promise you'll uncover the secrets to mastering positive leadership in the high-pressure world of…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Today, on the Practice Your Perfect Podcast, let's explore something close to my heart: running a successful for-profit business while making a huge social impact—no nonprofit status required! As a fellow purpose-driven entrepreneur, you know …
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can you truly transform your leadership style to foster team loyalty and innovation in the high-stakes video game industry? In our latest episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we promise you'll learn how to make this critical shift from a traditional boss to…
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Send me a text message! I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for an upcoming episode! Growing your audience on social media means creating content but what if you're shy or just don't feel like being on camera? In today's first podcast episode on the Practice Your Perfect Podcast I'm sharing 5 ways to create content without sho…
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Today, we talk to Jesse Finkelstein. Jesse is a book publishing insider and co-founder of Page Two Books, where she works with authors to bring their big ideas to the page. Have you ever said to yourself, ‘I think I might write a book? ' I have dozens of times. And if you’re wondering, no, I still haven’t written one. So I really loved Jessie's dem…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can a video game studio truly thrive while maintaining high ethical standards? Join us on this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast as we tackle this pressing question and reveal the hidden potential of ethical game development. Discover how defining core va…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Looking to turn your indie game studio into a magnet for top talent? We're here to show you how. Imagine crafting a recruitment strategy that not only highlights your studio's unique culture but also outsmarts the big-budget giants. In this episode of the Press Start…
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Today we talk to Greg Bennick. He’s a punk rocker, activist, documentary filmmaker, philanthropist, keynote speaker, juggler and expert coin collector. He’s also written a new book, Reclaim the Moment: Seven Strategies to Build a Better Now. I could have talked to Greg for an hour about any one of these parts of his life - he’s got a way of making …
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever felt like you've given your last ounce of energy amidst the chaos of game development? Join us on the Press Start Leadership Podcast as we uncover powerful strategies to stay upbeat, even when everything seems to be going wrong. From embracing the inevitable cha…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! What if you could transform your work-life balance and boost creativity in the high-pressure world of game development? This week on the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we promise to equip you with the essential self-care strategies to manage stress, prevent burnout,…
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Today, we talk to Peter Laughter. Peter is an expert in crafting stories and coaching people to find purpose in their lives and in their work. Peter talks about how growing up with dyslexia and ADHD drew him to storytelling as a way to cope with the world around him. He also shares practical tips on building your storytelling muscle to connect emot…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can empathy and collaboration transform your game studio into a productivity powerhouse? On this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we unpack the magic of human-centric leadership that puts people before deadlines and resources. Christopher Mifsud, your g…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the full potential of your game development team with our deep dive into SMART goals, the leadership tool that's changing the game. Get ready to transform vague aspirations into strategic wins as we reveal how to apply the Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Rel…
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Today we talk to Kelsey Ramsden. Kelsey is an entrepreneur, author and speaker but if you ask her, she’d say she’s a creator. By 26, Kelsey was running her own construction company and was ranked the top female entrepreneur of the year by Profit magazine - 2 years in a row. Yet despite the financial success and industry accolades, she had never fel…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secret to economic stability and growth in the indie game industry with our expert-guided exploration into the world of financial literacy. As your host, I'm lifting the veil on the often-intimidating realm of budgets and fiscal responsibility, demonstrati…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets behind the transformative power of leadership retreats with your host, Christopher Mifsud, on the Press Start Leadership Podcast. Dive with us into the heart of game studio success as we reveal how stepping back from daily operations allows for str…
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Today, we talk to Sylvia Baffour. Sylvia is a keynote speaker on emotional intelligence and has worked with leaders in 460 major corporations to help them better connect with their teams and customers. She was voted one of the top 15 female inspirational speakers alongside Mel Robbins and Oprah. Sylvia’s early journey was already unique and inspiri…
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