After Quote by Tim Schafer
“After 'Psychonauts,' we could have laid off half our team so that we'd have more money and time to sign 'Brutal Legend.' But doing so would have meant breaking up a team that had just learned how to work well together. And what message would that have sent to our employees? It would say that we're not loyal to them, and that we don't care.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Game development post‑mortem, 2012
Choosing profit over team cohesion harms loyalty and morale, sending a negative message to staff.
In simple terms: Cutting staff for money damages trust.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize team stability over short‑term gains.
Themes
leadership
loyalty
team dynamics
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
advisory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- startup
- game studio
- project management
Key Concepts
business ethics
employee morale
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you balance budget and team health?
- What values guide your leadership decisions?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term savings can cause long‑term damage.
