General Reflections

Key Takeaways

  • Gaming & Engagement:
    • Games can drive employee and customer engagement by incorporating gamification into repetitive tasks to foster improvement and a sense of accomplishment.
  • Collaboration & Integration:
    • Explore the integration between industries and departments to foster trust and goal-focused leadership.
  • Chicken-and-Egg Problem:
    • Address foundational issues before scaling innovations in fields like gaming and blockchain.

Inspirational Ideas

  • Judgment & Ego:
    • “Life is freer and happier without the weight of ego-driven validation.”
    • Avoid judging others to foster authentic relationships.
  • Philosophical Reflection:
    • “Never let the future disturb you. You will meet it, if you have to, with the same weapons of reason which today arm you against the present.”

Actionable Notes

  • Events & Follow-ups:

    • Attend gaming conferences at MIT and PAX. Research esports industry insights and connect with professionals.
    • Valorant Team LAN event at Boston University.
    • Email follow-ups:
      • Professors and alumni regarding esports and blockchain integration in the tech lounge.
      • Invitations for events like IGI Apex + Game Fest and WIG.
  • Academic & Career Growth:

    • Pursue Bloomberg certification and financial planning tools.
    • Explore SaaS predictions in gaming, IKEA, and other industries for innovation strategies.
    • Investigate leadership through goal-oriented problem solving rather than traditional hierarchies.

Notes on Creativity & Diversity

  • Gamification in the Workplace:
    • Employees value improvement and accomplishment. Explore gamification methods to enhance satisfaction.
  • Artistic Expression:
    • Incorporate creativity into technology and management to promote diverse ideas.
  • Cultural Integration:
    • Celebrate different cultural perspectives for a more inclusive workplace.

Additional Reflections

  • “True victory isn’t about beating someone strong but defending what’s most important to you.”
  • “Focus on freedom from judgment to nurture diversity and creativity.”
  • Explore modern leadership approaches where trust, gamification, and cultural sensitivity shape team dynamics.