Immutable’s Post

Time for my annual Ubiversary blog! On a more personal note, I wanted to add some additional insights on leadership that I’ve further explored and refined throughout this year. For me, the biggest revelations, trends, and areas of leadership that both marked my past year and will continue to be something I’ll dive deeper into are the following: 🧠 Adaptability. In today’s landscape, being able to adapt to the ever-changing environment is crucial. An organization’s ability to do so depends on its leadership and their commitment to fostering a culture of adaptability where individuals feel empowered to try out new things, learn from mistakes, and do things differently next time – embracing change instead of being hindered by it.  👐 Psychological work safety. I’ve been delighted to see an increasing number of leaders talk about psychological safety. What I’d like to next see is a deeper understanding and consensus of psychological work safety – so how the work context impacts the feeling.  💬 Communication. As a leader, ensuring everyone is empowered to work for the same goals requires constant communication and discussion along the way. The same applies for ensuring our environment supports diverse viewpoints and perspectives – the way we interact must be collaborative and inclusive.  💡 Systemic questions require systemic solutions – and systemic leadership. We should aspire to see challenges as opportunities and lead them as such. For me, the key lies in understanding and addressing the entire system of an organization, not separate parts of it. The systems our organizations are made of are complex and dynamic, requiring us to take on a mindset for holistic and adaptive approaches in leadership as well. It requires time as well, and personally, I am happy to see where we are today! 🧭 The future is our collective responsibility. In the past year, I’ve grown especially interested in the collective responsibility leaders carry across the industry. We have the opportunity to impact and should not let it go to waste. For me, it has meant even closer collaboration with my peers than before and attending events and podcasts to create visibility around topics important to me as a leader, like culture and psychological work safety. If you’re curious to know more about this topic, you can find a quick recap of my talk at PGC London here: https://lnkd.in/gjNP_Aa6    For my thoughts on this day, celebrating three years at Ubisoft & Ubisoft RedLynx, click below ⬇️ 

The leaderboard for this week is out! Don’t wait any longer to secure your spot. 🫶🏻 Quick note on the reward system: Only one winner per category. If the same person tops multiple categories, they’ll receive an award for one and the first place in the other category goes to the runner-up. Let’s get on the track and claim your position! 🏆 #Leaderboard #Metafluence #metaverse #meto

🚀 Level Up Your Leadership Skills with Gaming! 🎮 Did you know that strategic thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving are essential in both the gaming world and the professional arena? Let's explore how the skills honed in gaming can enhance your leadership abilities. Ready to unlock your full potential? #GamingLeadership #CareerDevelopment #LevelUp

📢 Just Dropped: Analyzing Tactical Decisions in High-Stakes Gaming! 🎮 It’s captivating how a split-second decision can make or break an outcome. Our latest analysis dives deep into a gripping round where strategic choices and player coordination took center stage. Here’s a breakdown: - MIBR capitalized on key moments for a near win. - Art scene assaults with Molly & smoke, yet Loud presses forward. - Artsy’s early solo rush - timing is everything. - Pankata's mid position flank - a critical duel. Could a tad more patience and teamwork flip the script? 🧐 #GamingStrategy #Leadership #Teamwork #DecisionMaking #BusinessInsights #ProductivityBoost #

In the fast-paced world of competitive gaming, strategy and coordination are essential for success. 🌟 Take Jeremy's recent game as a stellar example: - **Defensive Mastery:** Holding the A site single-handedly. - **Strategic Positioning:** EnVy and WildOreo covering key areas like Heaven. - **Adaptability:** Using upgraded gear to maintain control. These elements mirror business strategies: teamwork, adaptability, and leveraging strengths. How do you apply these principles in your business or work life? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #Productivity #BusinessStrategy #Teamwork #Adaptability #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth #

🎙️ Mary Sorrenti, CPA, CA Takes the Stage at Pocket Gamer Connects July 20th! On the second day of Pocket Gamer Connects 2023 GAME PILL's Mary Sorrenti will be a panelist for "Avoiding Pitfalls: Getting the Most From Your Team in a Healthy Way" at 12:30 - 13:10. In this panel invaluable insights on optimizing team dynamics in game development will be discussed. Strategies for fostering a healthy and productive work environment, maximizing team potential, and avoiding common pitfalls will be shared. This panel is a must-attend for anyone seeking to harness the power of teamwork in the gaming industry. We will also be hearing from: Maxim Garber Kelly Hinton (She/Her), PMP, CMP Dennis Leong Make sure to attend these enlightening panels and join the discussion at Pocket Gamer Connects. Steel Media Ltd Mike A Sorrenti #GamePill #MarySorrentiAtPGC #GamingExpert #TeamDynamics #GameDevelopment #PocketGamerConnects #GamingCommunity #GamingIndustry #Leadership #InnovationInGaming #Teamwork #Indie #CanadianGaming

It's the icing on the cake to have my talk made available for FREE on the GDC Vault! Some main takeaways: 1. Leadership is complex - It's an inherently human issue and we are messy beings with lots of complex layers to pick through. 2. Regeneration is needed right now more than stability - Doing what we've been doing doesn't work and we should be curious about this. 3. You can take our free 'History of Leadership' Course here - https://lnkd.in/g5pF4FF6 Excited to be able to explore all of these things further in the work that I do. I would love to talk more about this too so get in touch if this is interesting to you! #Leadership #GamesIndustry #PersonalDevelopment #GamesLeadership

Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is defined as the ability to work and relate effectively in culturally diverse situations. This is highly relevant to the games industry, which is inherently diverse in many aspects of culture, including nationality, ethnicity, generation, gender, functional role, country of origin, and/or the country in which you now live. It also applies to your team versus another team in the same studio or company, and so on. How is CQ relevant? Our audiences are also highly diverse! High CQ teams are much better equipped to build authentic experiences that will resonate with global audiences and endure. ➡ If we want to leverage diverse perspectives on our team, we need CQ. ➡ If we want to leverage and celebrate global partnerships, we need CQ. ➡ If we want to foster a team environment where everyone feels respected and valued, can contribute their best, and loyalty is the norm, we need CQ. I could keep going, but hopefully, the core message is clear. We live in a highly diverse and complex world. Building games is hard, but applying the principles of culturally intelligent leadership and decision-making will allow teams and leaders to foster a safe environment to build amazing games. #CulturalIntelligence #CQ #DiversityAndInclusion #GamesIndustry #GlobalTeams #Leadership #TeamBuilding #InclusiveLeadership #CulturalDiversity #GameDevelopment #gamedev

Success in business often parallels the high-stakes nature of gaming. Just take a look at the intense gameplay moments we've seen: Estrella and Anthem in a nail-biter at 13-13, reinforcing the importance of strategy, adaptability, and keeping your team in sync under pressure. In business or gaming, the principles of success are quite similar: - **Strategize Consistently:** Just as teams like Estrella's need a robust game plan, your business strategies need constant refinement. - **Adapt Rapidly:** The ability to pivot, much like Anthem’s quick decisions, often determines whether you win or lose. - **Team Synchronization:** A cohesive, well-led team can handle high-pressure situations, whether closing a deal or securing a game round. If Estrella and Anthem can keep their cool, so can you! How have games or unexpected real-world scenarios inspired your business strategies? Share your experiences below! #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #Teamwork #Adaptability #Productivity #Success #

🔥 Check out this incredible gaming moment with insights from our top gaming experts! 🚀 🎮 Jeremy navigates a tense standoff, scraping through with just 66 health. 🧐 Krazy Guy's solo move towards A sparks uncertainty—will he realize 2GE is hiding in wine? 🤠 And EnVy's got their dreams pinned on a sheriff! Even in games, strategy is everything. Business and life are no different. - Preparation is key. - Read situations accurately. - Rely on both skill and intuition. Are you as methodical in your daily challenges? Share your strategic moments with us in the comments! #GamingInsights #BusinessStrategy #ProductivityTips #Leadership #MindsetMatters #EngageYourAudience #