Best Press Start Leadership Podcasts (2024)

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Maximizing Business Development at Game Conferences: Strategy, Networking, and ROI 10:34

3h ago10:34

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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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Answering all of your pressing questions about Michigan football with the season about to start 38:58

1d ago38:58

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Michigan football season is just over one week away and thus many of you have questions about position battles, what players like Alex Orji will look like, the outlook for the season, potential breakout players, recruiting, young players expected to step up, and more. We cover all of that on the latest episode of the Michigan Mailbag! For your next…

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O' Captain, My Captain - new Michigan football leadership and expectations 29:40

2h ago29:40

29:40

Michigan football named four senior captains and two alternates on Thursday in advance of the 2024 season. While many may tune out the captaincy, why it matters, especially for these Wolverines and for the team success -- as evidenced by the past few years. We delve also into more of what the four said on Thursday after being announced. Then, natio…

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Reacting to the big recruiting win and ESPN's Michigan football cognitive dissonance 28:28

4d ago28:28

28:28

Despite some late drama, Michigan football managed to still secure 2025 Fulshear (Tx.) Katy Jordan four-star wide receiver Andrew Marsh -- the highest-rated wide receiver commit since the 2017 class. What Marsh brings to the table and why this is a huge pickup for the Wolverines. Then, we get into how ESPN has Michigan playing in a lower-tier bowl …

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2024 BIG 10 SEASON PREVIEW: OHIO STATE AND OREGON’S TO LOSE? 49:57

4d ago49:57

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The 2024 College Football Season is here and the BIG 10 is in for an exciting season. The hosts of the Locked On Podcast Network break down everything you need to know before the season kicks off. Can Michigan contest with Ohio State and Oregon? Who has College Football Playoff hopes? A full breakdown including the Illinois Fighting Illini, Indiana…

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A 247Sports analyst's bold prediction and what the Michigan depth chart says about it 28:56

5d ago28:56

28:56

247Sports analyst Clint Brewster said on X (formerly Twitter) that if the Wolverines get production from this one position then they are his pick to win the national championship for a second year in a row. We discuss that in a wayward fashion by first going through the entire depth chart with our presumed starters and backups and then circling bac…

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EP 171 | Mastering the Power of Pause: How to Become Less Reactive with Mental Health Advocate Kimberly Dunn 40:05

3d ago40:05

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Feeling like you’re constantly reacting and moving fast through life? This week, we sit down with Mental Health Advocate Kimberly Dunn, who shares how mastering the power of pause transformed her life after losing her brother to bipolar suicide. Learn how a simple 30 second pause can help you slow down and become less reactive and more intentional …

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The Michigan defense has this above most other teams in CFB 28:56

1d ago28:56

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While we don't want to be mere stenographers for Michigan football and what it says in fall camp, we can glean a lot from what the coaches and players do (and don't) say. On Sunday, defensive backs coach LaMar Morgan met with the media and may have upended some expectations at corner and safety based on what he said about the leaders at both positi…

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More reasons to believe Michigan football may be better than people think 26:27

9d ago26:27

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While we await some outsider perspectives, such as Big Ten Network making its fall camp stop in Ann Arbor, to get a better understanding of how good Michigan football might be in 2024, we kind of already have one. On Thursday, the media met with transfer safety Wesley Walker, who started the past two seasons at Tennessee after starting at Georgia T…

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Why everyone might be underestimating Michigan football in 2024 24:24

2h ago24:24

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Joel Klatt had a segment on his show on Wednesday explaining why Michigan football may be the biggest threat to Oregon and Ohio State. We react to his comments but go a step further: does Michigan have what it takes to really be the next potential dynasty? It might not be as out of pocket as it sounds on its face. Also, which position group do we h…

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Big takeaways from what Sherrone Moore said about Michigan football in fall camp 27:26

9h ago27:26

27:26

Sherrone Moore had his fall camp press conference on Tuesday and there were three things we thought were among the biggest to take away in terms of how it will affect Michigan football this season. We get into his comments about why it appears that the Wolverines are good from what he can tell in fall camp, two players who have made the most improv…

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Why is the Michigan football defense being underestimated? 25:10

1h ago25:10

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Though many think the Michigan football defense will be very good and an overall top group, those in the national media and college football landscape seem to think there are a lot of others around the country and in the Big Ten that will be better. Well, the more we think about it, we don't think so. From the elite front line, to an elite middle, …

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EP 170 | 3 Habits All Successful Leaders Should Have 30:58

11d ago30:58

30:58

Ever wonder what makes a successful leader…successful? Leadership looks a little different for everyone, but we are breaking down the top 3 habits all leaders should have to be effective in their roles. Ready to elevate your leadership game? Listen now for tips to help you start growing into the leader you want to be! Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 6:30 - …

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Tune In to the Universe and Live an Effortless Life with Dr. Tatiana Gwon 43:43

3h ago43:43

43:43

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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Is the demise of the Michigan football offense greatly exaggerated? 28:46

18h ago28:46

28:46

The theme at some of the most recent Michigan football press conferences has surrounded the offense and why perhaps those who think that the Wolverines will fall off a cliff in that area are greatly misinformed. After Monday morning's press conference, it sounds as if the offense continues to get the better of the defense at times all while the def…

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Overcoming Complacency and Sparking Innovation in Game Development 11:30

1d ago11:30

11:30

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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Could Michigan's defense somehow be better than last year? One player thinks so 29:41

16d ago29:41

29:41

Michigan edge rusher TJ Guy met with the media earlier on Friday and shared his thoughts about his new defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. In doing so, he feels like there's a strong chance the Wolverines are even better defensively than last year when it was the No. 1 total and scoring defense en route to a national championship. We parse what …

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Complementary football will win Michigan football more games than it loses in 2024 28:56

17d ago28:56

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After hearing from a lot of offensive players and coaches the past few days, we're becoming more and more optimistic about that side of the ball (or just falling for annual fall camp hype). But, what will it actually take to win big for a fourth-straight year, this time in 2024? We single out the five big games and discuss the style of play that Mi…

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The hammer comes down!! ...on Jim Harbaugh for 'burgergate' 28:14

18d ago28:14

28:14

Here you go, rival fans, the moment you've been waiting for! The hammer has officially come down on Jim Harbaugh! Now, he's not the head coach of Michigan football and is in the NFL now and the NCAA agreed to lesser punishments for the current assistants involved, but nonetheless. We get into more of the NCAA absurdity to open the show before final…

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What changed for Michigan football in 2021 other than Connor Stalions? 27:43

6d ago27:43

27:43

One of the arguments against Michigan football since the Connor Stalions saga began -- and has ramped up as of late -- has been the mere 'asking questions' crowd chiming in with 'Jim Harbaugh was 69-24 in his first six years and 40-3 his last three years' after Connor Stalions was officially hired. 'What changed?' they ask, as if Stalions is the re…

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Michigan football freaks in the building, rival freaks outside 30:26

7d ago30:26

30:26

The Athletic dropped its annual 'freaks' list on Tuesday (we seemed to believe today was Wednesday in the open and close) and four Michigan football players made the list -- the most of any school. Why these particular players were important and why it's a signal that the maize and blue could be in better shape than many think in 2024. Then, we get…

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Ep 169 | Ask Lisa: Answering Your Pressing Questions for Personal and Professional Growth 42:05

7d ago42:05

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This week we’re mixing things up! Kelsey Snyder is taking over as host to ask Lisa all of your most pressing questions on topics ranging from personal growth, professional development, and team dynamics at work and home. Have questions about how to improve your personal and professional life? Tune in now and get all of your questions answered! Chap…

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Even Pete Thamel doesn't think there will be a big punishment for Michigan 28:08

20d ago28:08

28:08

Rival fans have long adopted a mantra of 'the hammer is coming down' as it pertains to Michigan football and the Connor Stalions saga. Yet, after he dropped yet another leak, ESPN reporter Pete Thamel pushed back on his own reporting in a way, stating that he didn't believe much punishment was due to the Wolverines as a result of this NCAA investig…

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From TV to Games: The Art of Transmedia Narratives 11:28

16d ago11:28

11:28

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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NCAA draft NOA drops on Michigan. Why it's not much new but a ton of overreach 29:07

21d ago29:07

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ESPN revealed much of the content of the NCAA draft notice of allegations on Michigan football on Sunday. There are some new elements to get into, such as Sherrone Moore being implicated as the coach who deleted text messages -- though he ended up producing them for the NCAA, yet the NCAA seems intent to punish anyway. We delve into the Level I cha…

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Breaking down all the contenders and likely starters for Michigan football in fall camp 27:59

10d ago27:59

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Michigan football may be a few days into fall camp, but we have a pretty good idea of who the contenders are, who the pretenders are, and who the starters will be along with the rotation. We're going through every single position group, discussing who is in the mix, who are the obvious starters, who are the not-so-obvious starters, and more. From t…

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2024 fall roster overanalysis extravaganza! 24:27

12d ago24:27

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Coinciding with the start of fall camp, we got the all-new fall roster for Michigan football and we were able to glean a lot! From big weight changes -- including players gaining big weight or losing a ton -- to the freshman numbers, we cover everything we could get our hands on. Then, why does it matter? We get into the nitty-gritty of why we can …

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New Michigan football-NCAA report closer to our report than Monday's 27:30

25d ago27:30

27:30

Maize & Blue Review's Josh Henschke published his own findings after digging into Michigan football's current battle with the NCAA, and it sounds exactly like what we reported in early June, with just a few more details. We delve into that, add some more color when it comes to the charge of not cooperating with the NCAA, and also get into the Yahoo…

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Offense and defensive info on eve of Michigan football fall camp 27:12

14d ago27:12

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How do we know the season is almost here? Well, because we met with Michigan football offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell and defensive coordinator Wink Martindale to hear their thoughts just one day before the Wolverines kick off fall camp. We hear from Martindale and why he blasts the misconception that he's too aggressive with man coverage and b…

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EP 168: How to Stay Resilient to Enjoy the Good Times and Thrive with Singer-Songwriter Matt Ferranti 44:28

24d ago44:28

44:28

Ever feel like life’s challenges are holding you back from enjoying the good times? We are joined by Matt Ferranti, who shares his inspiring story of how he built resilience while pursuing his music career and enjoyed the good moments like playing at Tin Roof and traveling the world without waiting for the other shoe to drop. Listen to hear Matt’s …

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Own Your Setbacks or They'll Own You with Amy Shoenthal 43:49

14d ago43:49

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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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The latest in the Michigan football vs. NCAA saga 28:07

15d ago28:07

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According to The Wolverine's Chris Balas, the NCAA is finally ready to present a notice of allegations to Michigan football, perhaps as soon as Tuesday. We get into what Balas reports, how that jibes with what we've heard from our sources over the past few months, and why we don't believe there is a decided punishment if everything holds true, as o…

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Elevate Your Leadership in the Gaming Industry 11:03

16d ago11:03

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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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Sherrone Moore dropped some bangers at Big Ten media days 21:58

17d ago21:58

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Big Ten media days special guests: Steve Wiltfong and Jake Butt 28:58

1M ago28:58

28:58

It’s day three in Indianapolis for Big Ten media days, and though Michigan is set to hit the podium on Thursday, we're taking a quick detour to have on a few special guests! First, On3 Vice President and recruiting guru Steve Wiltfong joins the show to discuss the state of Michigan football recruiting. He delves into players he likes that are alrea…

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Special guests from B1G media days: CBS' Brad Nessler and Adam Zucker 24:50

1M ago24:50

24:50

We're live on day two of Big Ten media days in Indianapolis! We react to UCLA head coach DeShaun Foster's disastrous press conference and then we asked USC head coach Lincoln Riley about the Big Ten opener at Michigan. That, and Miller Moss talking about the Michigan game, to start us off. Then, we brought on CBS' premier play-by-play caller Brad N…

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Ohio State shows either confidence or hubris toward Michigan at Big Ten media days 24:40

1M ago24:40

24:40

We're live from the first day of Big Ten media days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis! The first day featured Ohio State, so we delve into what the Buckeye contingent had to say about Michigan football, including Ryan Day saying there are no excuses and that his team needs to 'leave no doubt.' Was that mere confidence, hope, or was it hubris? We…

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EP 167 | Own Your Swag: How to Authentically and Unapologetically Be Who You Are with Keynote Speaker Mimi Brown 34:57

21d ago34:57

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Unlock your inner confidence and own your swag! This week, we are sitting down with Mimi Brown, CEO of AMP Up Success, to talk all about being authentically and unapologetically YOU. Tune into our conversation to learn how to have courage, build confidence, and use these to help you grow both professionally and personally! Chapters: 0:00 - Intro & …

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Michigan Mailbag is ready for the unofficial start of the season 28:07

1M ago28:07

28:07

We are one day away from the unofficial start of the season with Big Ten media days set to kick off in Indianapolis, and you all have a ton of questions about what we can expect come August 31 and beyond. The Michigan Mailbag is BACK and answering all your Michigan football-related questions as well as even a few basketball hypotheticals. From posi…

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Prioritizing Mental Health in Game Development 9:38

23d ago9:38

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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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Michigan football offense question marks in 2024 25:42

1M ago25:42

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ESPN says that Michigan football WR Tyler Morris is the biggest X-factor for the Wolverines this year while it also says that the wide receiving corps is the team's biggest question mark. Thus, we're delving into the group, looking at potential players who we think could have a big year, as well as the outlook for the pass game. But, the passing ga…

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EP 166 | Achieve Your Dreams: The Do's and Don'ts of Goal Setting 32:17

1M ago32:17

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Talking about our dreams is easy, but taking action can be tough. This week on the podcast, we dive into the do’s and don’ts of goal setting, sharing essential tips and hacks for success. Tune in to learn how to set achievable goals and take steps to help you meet your dreams! Chapters: 0:00 -Intro 10:54 - How to Be Strategic to Overcome Challenges…

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Be Radically Authentic, and Just Shut the F*ck Up with Bob London 44:43

1M ago44:43

44:43

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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EA Sports College Football 25 is finally here! Instant reaction to gameplay 26:51

1M ago26:51

26:51

After 11 years of waiting for a new college football game, we got the better-than-ever experience thanks to NIL, with actual players in the actual game. We got a copy of the Deluxe Edition and had a few rounds playing the new EA Sports College Football 25, so here are our instant takeaways playing as Michigan football in the all-new college game. T…

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Mastering Positive Leadership and Building Resilient Teams in Game Development 10:58

1M ago10:58

10:58

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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The beatings will continue until morale improves 27:02

1M ago27:02

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Rival fans love to continue their fantasies, softness, delusions, and everything in-between. As Michigan football fans continue to celebrate the national championship, Ohio State, Notre Dame, and MSU fans all find ways to beclown themselves in an effort to assert dominance that really isn't there at the moment. We get into some specific examples, g…

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EP 165 | From Critique to Confidence: How to Handle Feedback Like a Pro 32:06

1M ago32:06

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Are you struggling to handle feedback, whether it's positive or negative? 🎤 In this week's episode, we dive deep into receiving feedback: how to accept it, take it in, and make actionable steps for improvement. Learn effective strategies to transform your mindset, handle feedback with confidence, and use it for personal growth without getting defen…

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Michigan football gets two top 100 commits within an hour 26:06

2M ago26:06

26:06

July hadn't started out very well for Michigan football recruiting, with several targets leaning toward the Wolverines (Hardy Watts, Maxwell Roy, JaDon Blair, Kamar Archie, Shamari Earls) all choosing to go to other schools, including some of the rivals. But the Wolverines got a big shot in the arm on Monday with two pledges committing within an ho…

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Mastering Selfless Leadership in the Video Game Industry 10:32

1M ago10:32

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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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Getting to Page Two with Jesse Finkelstein 44:21

1M ago44:21

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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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