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Confessions Of A Successful Leader

Ep. 091: Building Your Moral Compass: Lessons from Gaming Entrepreneur Hendrik Lesser

07 Aug 2025

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What does it take to lead with integrity in one of the world’s fastest-moving industries?In this episode, I speak with Hendrik Lesser, game producer, entrepreneur, and founder of Remote Control Productions, about how self-reflection, moral clarity, and curiosity have guided his leadership journey in the gaming world.Raised in a multicultural environment and now leading a network of game studios, Hendrik breaks down how his values have evolved - and why developing a clear internal compass matters more than ever in business today.You’ll learn:How your background and identity can shape a distinct leadership styleWhy curiosity and questioning are critical for long-term innovationWhat it means to build and refine a personal moral compass in businessHow to manage self-doubt while still trusting your instinctsWhy leadership must adapt as your role, industry, and worldview evolveKey topics covered:Entrepreneurial mindset in the gaming industryLeadership through uncertainty and personal growthDecision-making guided by self-awareness and ethicsBalancing ambition with values in high-growth environmentsHendrik’s insights are especially relevant for founders, creatives, and anyone navigating complex decisions in fast-changing sectors.📣 If this episode sparked something for you, hit like, leave a comment and subscribe for more real conversations on leadership, growth, and innovation.Connect with Hendrik Lesser: 🔗Connect with Hendrik Lesser on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendriklesser/Write to Hendrik Lesser: [email protected] Hendrik’s website: https://rcp.family/Connect with me here:🎬YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 X: https://x.com/andrewtallents📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Website: https://www.tallents-partnership.com/📖 Get my book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NZRZH4J📰 Weekly Newsletter: https://bit.ly/selfcoaching-newsletter📞 Write me: [email protected] Moments:00:00:41 - Meet Hendrik Lesser: Game Maker and Multicultural Leader00:02:04 - Hendrik's Downtime: Gaming, Culture, and Relaxation00:03:10 - Childhood Influences: Family Dynamics and Cultural Identity00:09:21 - Early Leadership Experiences and Career Development00:20:48 - Overcoming Challenges in Different Leadership Roles00:26:09 - Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs00:29:47 - Leadership Challenges in the 40s00:32:44 - Advice to Younger Self: Embrace Curiosity and Self-Belief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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