#010 - Steve Cuss - How to transform a toxic work environment into a Best Place to Work

In this episode, Romain interviews Steve Cuss , a seasoned leader with over three decades of experience in the video game industry. Steve shares his story of resilience and transformation, having faced significant challenges in 2012 when he was forced to take a three-month hiatus due to stress-induced depression caused by a toxic work environment.

Steve's journey to becoming a liberated leader began when he took time off to reflect on his leadership style and recognize the need for change. This experience led him to develop a new approach to leadership, one that emphasizes self-awareness, personal authenticity, and emotional intelligence.

As the founder of The GamePlan Consultancy, Steve now provides executive expertise, drawing on his invaluable insights on liberated leadership. Additionally, he hosts The Liberated Leadership Interview Series, a podcast featuring inspiring leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Throughout the episode, Steve shares his perspective on creating hyper-engaged teams that deliver world-class results through liberated leadership. He emphasizes the importance of empowering teams to take ownership and fostering an environment of trust and psychological safety.

Steve believes that true leadership involves finding out what people need and getting it for them, while also recognizing that you are never the finished article. He believes that the currency of leadership is decision-making and judgment, and that this should be based on an individual's need.

From Steve's perspective, leadership is not about finding out what everybody wants and getting it for them. It's about finding out what people need and getting it for them.

Podcast The Liberated Leadership  

Steve's talk at 2018 GDC Give up control: Zen and Art of Leadership 

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