In this episode, host Tom Leonard introduces the theme of Accelerating esports Success and interviews Sho Sato, CEO of LUDiMUS, a game consulting company. They discuss Sho's background in game development and the services LUDiMUS provides. They also explore the popularity of mobile gaming in Japan and the differences between incubators and accelerators. Sho shares insights on finding the right programs for entrepreneurs and the importance of networking in the gaming industry. They also discuss the impact of AI on game development and the cultural differences in business approaches. The conversation explores different communication styles and their impact on business interactions. It specifically focuses on the contrasting communication styles in the Middle East and Japan, highlighting the differences in verbal expression and the desire for clarification. The conversation also touches on the Israeli communication style and its effectiveness in business negotiations. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding and adapting to different communication styles when working in diverse cultural contexts.

Takeaways

Game incubators and accelerators provide valuable resources and support for esports entrepreneurs and game developers.

Language barriers can be overcome through machine translation and networking with local language speakers.

Understanding the business side of game development is crucial for success in the industry.

Networking and maintaining connections with mentors and stakeholders is important for long-term success.

Different regions have varying densities of game incubation programs, and entrepreneurs should research and find programs that align with their goals and needs. Different cultures have distinct communication styles, which can impact business interactions.

The Middle Eastern communication style tends to be more expressive and focused on action, while the Japanese communication style is more reserved and emphasizes clarity.

Israeli communication style is known for its directness and assertiveness, which can be effective in business negotiations.

Successful communication between individuals from different cultures requires understanding and adaptation to each other's communication styles.

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Featured in this episode:

Sho Sato, CEO at LUDiMUS Inc. / Co-founder at iGi / Mentor at FI Tokyo

Sho Sato is the CEO at LUDiMUS Inc., leading specialists’ group of international expansion for games industries.  He is the co-founder and Secretary General at iGi, the only game incubation program in Japan.  Besides, he was a mentor of GameFounders Asia, the first global game-only accelerator, as well as Hope Hackathon in Saudi Arabia and Founders Institute in the U.S. He is an invited speaker at various international events for game developers in 20 countries.

Email: mailto: sho@ludimus.co.jp

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sho-sato-a5180028/

Website: https://www.ludimus.co.jp/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ludimusinc

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