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STEPHEN DAWKINS


Playing to Lose
How Profit-Driven Decision-Making Is Killing Creativity in the Video Game Industry The video game industry generated roughly $220 billion in global revenue in 2024,1 making it larger than the global film industry ($33 billion in box office)2 and recorded music industry ($34 billion)2 combined and closing in on the entire global streaming video market. It is not a niche hobby or a youth subculture. It is one of the dominant forms of entertainment. And yet, something is clearly
Stephen Dawkins
Jun 6


Book Review: The Culture Map
Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business When we think about communication challenges at work, we often chalk it up to personality clashes, poor leadership, or a lack of clarity. But often those frustrations can stem from cultural disconnects that are deeper and less visible: cultural disconnects. Erin Meyer's The Culture Map is an essential read for anyone navigating global teams and cross-functional projects. However, the book's underlying lessons can b
Stephen Dawkins
Apr 18, 2025


Stack Ranking is a Problem
During my time as a manager at Amazon, I witnessed firsthand the harm caused by stack ranking—an employee evaluation system that forces...
Stephen Dawkins
Apr 3, 2025


You Should Be a Manager!
In the dynamic world of business, the role of a manager is absolutely essential! Managers are not just tasked with overseeing operations...
Stephen Dawkins
Feb 8, 2025


Can AI be Ethical?
In the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence (AI), one of the most intriguing and tough challenges is teaching AI systems how to...
Stephen Dawkins
Apr 2, 2024
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