Name: Epic Escapades and Everyday Leadership: The D&D World of Tom Wat…
Uploaded: 2023-10-30T05:00:00+00:00
Description: Get ready to roll the dice and enter an epic world of gameplay, as we speak with the brilliant Tom Watkin of D&D At Work. With over three decades of Dungeons and Dr…

Get ready to roll the dice and enter an epic world of gameplay, as we speak with the brilliant Tom Watkin of D&D At Work. With over three decades of Dungeons and Dragons experience, starting from a simplified game with his brother, Tom has built an elaborate, captivating universe of his own. This episode takes you on a narrative journey into Tom's D&D world, which has grown from a ruined city to entire continents over six years. You'll get to learn about his love for the creative aspect of D&D and how this game provides a unique platform for stories and world-building.

But that's just the tip of the iceberg! We also dive into a treasure trove of tips for those who're just starting their D&D journey, exploring the importance of player autonomy and tailoring the game according to the group's preferences. Not forgetting the broader implications of D&D, we discuss how the game's strategic and decision-making elements can translate into the corporate world. It's fascinating to consider how D&D can shape leadership and negotiation skills in an entirely different context.

Our conversation with Tom also explores different leadership styles in the D&D setting, highlighting how coordinating a group, planning sessions, and ensuring everyone enjoys the game can mirror real-life leadership scenarios. We also throw light on how complex D&D rulesets can sometimes interfere with the role-playing experience, leading us to share about alternative rulesets. Tune in to our chat with Tom Watkin as we delve deep into the fascinating intersection of D&D and work-life, offering unique perspectives on leadership, teamwork, and culture exploration. You don't want to miss this!

Links:
Dungeons & Dragons At Work (https://dndatwork.com/) - https://dndatwork.com/
EZD6 by DM Scotty (https://www.ezd6.com/) - https://www.ezd6.com/
Those Dark Places (https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/those-dark-places-9781472840950/)
Cthulhu Dark (https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/341997/Cthulhu-Dark)
Me, Myself, and Why : Searching for the Science of Self (https://amzn.to/3QE0jBj)
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