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The Gamers Change Lives Podcast

The Gamers Change Lives Podcast

Welcome to the Gamers Change Lives Podcast. Play Games. Create Jobs. Change Lives.
This is a show about how to build an esports business from literally anywhere in the world where each week we showcase the journey of esports entrepreneurs and others to learn how they solved a particular problem that everyone will ultimately face.

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The Gamers Change Lives Podcast

Recent Episodes

Nov. 2, 2024

The Hunt for Talent: What Do Game Recruiters Look for in a Developer?

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard dives into e-sports and game development careers with Darren Butler , a gaming recruiter, and Oliver Collier , a gameplay programmer at Endreams. Th...

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Oct. 26, 2024

Hunt for Esports Talent: Perspectives from a Recruiter, Copywriter,an…

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard engages with guests Sheila Cruz, Jem Sagcal, and Yen ( Adrienne Moya ) from Tier 1 Entertainment to discuss the evolving landscape of eSports and jo...

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Oct. 19, 2024

The Hunt for Talent: How Do Esports Coaches Recruit Top Players?

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard interviews Marlon Melo from Team Secret in Brazil and Adrian from the UK. They discuss their journeys in esports and their current roles in the indu...

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March 30, 2024

Innovating for Change: The Story of Mountain Hub in Cameroon

In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard interviews Martin Elonge, the director of Mountain Hub, a startup accelerator in Cameroon. They discuss the mission and programs of Mountain Hub, including ecosystem building, capac...

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March 23, 2024

From Theory to Practice: Impact of Simulation Training for Immigrant …

In this episode, Tom Leonard interviews Mai Phan, the founder of Propel, a startup that builds job simulations to better train nurses. Mai shares her journey from Vietnam to Norway and explains how she started Propel. She discusses the challenges …

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March 16, 2024

The Business of Esports: Recruitment and Market Growth in the Gaming …

In this episode, host Tom Leonard interviews Mirko Minenza, the Business Strategy Manager at Antal and a gaming enthusiast. They discuss Mirko's background in gaming and his journey into the gaming industry. They also explore the challenges and oppor...

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Recent Blog Posts

Interview Tips On How To Get Esports Jobs

Featured image: Microsoft Copilot   The job interview is the final and most important part to get an esports job, and that comes with a set of requirements to test your level of professionalism and candidature. It can change depending on the …

How To Write Cover Letters For Esports Jobs

Featured image: Microsoft Copilot   A very important part of the interview process for esports jobs is the cover letter, and it is often overlooked by recruits. This is what hiring managers look at to have a fair idea of who they are going to…

Requirements For Recruiting In The Gaming Industry

Featured Copilot: Microsoft Copilot    To recruit for the gaming industry, one must have a deep understanding of the sector i.e. its challenges and opportunities. Below are some strategies to employ for a successful recruitment:  &…