Within Dave lies a deep propensity for friendly competition. Whether it’s with an opponent or with himself, harnessing the competitive spirit of this dyed-in-the-wool gamer is our own little game. Sometimes, turning the most mundane clerical task into a time-trial (where a random challenge, such as an unexpected power outage, crops up) is the only way to push a project to the next level.

We dare you to try telling him he can’t pull something off, or that he should take the easy road to save time. Not only will he prove you wrong, but he will level up the art and gain a new skill in the process. Think Call of Duty, but on steroids.