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EP. 09 - Challenging the Status Quo and threading your own path with Mares Zdarski
In this episode, we sit down with Mares, a seasoned games industry professional who has journeyed from QA tester to production roles, embracing every challenge along the way.
We explore:
- Taking unconventional career paths – How stepping back can sometimes be the key to moving forward.
- Embracing change in the industry – From QA to production, what it takes to shift roles successfully.
- The impact of leadership and culture – How leadership styles affect creativity and team dynamics.
- Breaking into the gaming industry – Advice for those trying to get their foot in the door.
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Links and Resources: Connect with Mares
X - https://x.com/mares87
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mares.the.martian
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mares.the.martian
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaresTheMartian
Recommended Materials on Production, Leadership and Coaching:1 - The Coaching Habit - Best easy to digest intro to coaching https://www.mbs.works/coaching-habit-book/2 - Dare to Lead by Brene Brown - https://amzn.to/40qQCLx3 - The Infinite Game - https://amzn.to/3NLP7QD
Mental Health Resources for Creatives:https://safeinourworld.org/wellbeing/
Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apixelatatimepodcast/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/apixelatatimeVisit Our Store: https://www.ineslagarto.online/category/all-productsEmail us: [email protected]
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By Inês LagartoIn this episode, we sit down with Mares, a seasoned games industry professional who has journeyed from QA tester to production roles, embracing every challenge along the way.
We explore:
- Taking unconventional career paths – How stepping back can sometimes be the key to moving forward.
- Embracing change in the industry – From QA to production, what it takes to shift roles successfully.
- The impact of leadership and culture – How leadership styles affect creativity and team dynamics.
- Breaking into the gaming industry – Advice for those trying to get their foot in the door.
Ad Sponsor - ELVTR:Use our links for 200$ off your course!UK - https://uk.elvtr.com/r?c=M55CYAUS - https://elvtr.com/r?c=PZVTVG
Links and Resources: Connect with Mares
X - https://x.com/mares87
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mares.the.martian
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mares.the.martian
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaresTheMartian
Recommended Materials on Production, Leadership and Coaching:1 - The Coaching Habit - Best easy to digest intro to coaching https://www.mbs.works/coaching-habit-book/2 - Dare to Lead by Brene Brown - https://amzn.to/40qQCLx3 - The Infinite Game - https://amzn.to/3NLP7QD
Mental Health Resources for Creatives:https://safeinourworld.org/wellbeing/
Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apixelatatimepodcast/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/apixelatatimeVisit Our Store: https://www.ineslagarto.online/category/all-productsEmail us: [email protected]