E110: The Truth About Game Studio Politics (And How To Win Without Becoming A Monster) Building Better Games podcast

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E110: The Truth About Game Studio Politics (And How to Win Without Becoming a Monster)

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You're doing the work, fighting for your team, but your ideas stall in meetings and people with less context somehow have more influence than you. It can feel like the only way to win is to become the political operator you hate.

In this episode, Ben breaks down the simple, three-part system for influence—the Influence Trifecta—so you can drive change for your team and career without selling your soul. Organizational influence is not just about who's right or what's logical; it's about understanding the social fabric of your organization.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

What influence without authority looks like
Why trust is so important to your long-term success
Why being "right but not helpful" stalls careers
What to watch for so you don't become the "political animal"

You're always playing politics. If you choose not to play, you cap your influence and allow others to set the direction. Learn how to deliberately build influence for the benefit of your game, your team, and your own advancement in an ethical way.

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