My whole life, I have been basically passed over by the world. Not in a bad way, just in a career way. I’m often the voice in the room that says the thing that nobody wants to hear, but 3-6 months later everyone realizes it was correct. Why is it that once people finally realize the worth of myself it is either too late, or I no longer need them anymore.
The truth is, when people finally notice how much you are worth, you usually do not need them anymore, they need you. The key in business is to notice those people who are of high value quickly and acknowledge them. Don’t appease them. Acknowledge them and let them know, with pay, and gratitude, that their input is worth gold to your business.
I’ve never been able to figure out why I am one of the people who sees things as very simple and easy, but is never listened to. That is a lot of the reason why I think starting a game studio was a good idea. Who controls a game studio? Your worth is 100% apparent because you are the product. It is not the other way around where political games keep people in places, and others are just left behind.
At least I hope our studio in the end is successful and feels like home. Everyone should feel like their voice, in games, is heard. Input is king, and every idea has potential to rule the day. Games never leave anyone behind, and they make everyone feel their worth in equal measure when played.
Take time today to recognize somebody who’s worth to you is immeasurable, if you don’t they will probably out grow you.
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