The Power of Veto


There are certain hiring strategies that companies can also use to better their chances of creating a well-adjusted team. For years, Ensemble Studios has incorporated the veto into the interview and hiring process. Anyone in the company has the right to veto a candidate. Members of a game development team work too closely and rely too heavily on each other's work to not get along. It is imperative that the additions to the team be cohesive with current members for things to run relatively smoothly. Be mindful of the fact that you are asking team members to spend a horrific amount of time working, communicating, eating, and playing with this newest member of your game development family. The only way to determine if the chemistry will work is to allow the individual developers to have a voice in the matter. Without that, you risk creating an environment that could cause project delays, missed bonuses, employee resignations, and ultimately project cancellation. This veto strategy has been successful for Ensemble for years, so successful that other companies such as Big Huge and Iron Lore are now following suit. The psychological benefits of the power of veto are also numerous. By allowing team members to have a voice in the hiring process, you give them a sense of ownership in the company that translates to increased sense of pride and responsibility. With this augmented feeling of commitment to the company and the products created, the team is sure to benefit in quality of work produced, as well as loyalty to the team and company.




Secrets of the Game Business
Secrets of the Game Business (Game Development Series)
ISBN: 1584502827
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2005
Pages: 275

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