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Episode Name:
Bootstrapping Something Sweet by Design
Episode Description:
In a time when resources are scarce and the industry feels uncertain, building a studio from the ground up can seem impossible. Yet, what if inclusive leadership and adaptive design could become your strongest assets?
In this episode, we’re going to discuss how leading with empathy and crafting meaningful experiences can make all the difference in what “purpose-driven games” can mean for both players and teams.
Q?Box Round Answers
What’s one habit you do to keep a clear and healthy mind?
Take morning walk with dog and practice box breathing by a stream
Biggest gaming pet peeve?
Watching People return to former save file because they “made a mistake”
What game are you playing now?
Expedition 33 & Focus Friend
TIPS and ADVICE
We covered quite a bit today. Could you list 3 suggestions or tips you would recommend to indie devs based on our discussion?
- Design for humanity first, not platforms. The tech will evolve — your values keep you relevant.
- Start with your WHY!
RESOURCES and LINKS
How to get in touch with Carina Kom
Website:
http://www.simplysweetgames.ca/
http://www.diversityin.games/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/car2ns/
E-mail: carina@simplysweetgames.ca