Best LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Podcasts (2024)

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350: Legos as serious play 38:22

9h ago38:22

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“I focus on one thing that I believe is going to fundamentally change the industry, and that is empathy.” This is episode 4 of 4 for a Deep Dive Series recorded at the AEC Summit in Austin, Texas in April 2024! If you hear any background noise, thad's because this episode was recorded LIVE at the AEC Summit! Join us for this episode as Devon chats …

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Joel Birch - LEGO Serious Play 54:08

25d ago54:08

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Joel Birch is a longtime K-12 educator and instructional coach. He is also a Certified Facilitator and Pro Trainer of LEGO Serious Play. He relies on the power of play, stories, and solving problems by thinking with our hands. Joel works with school leaders to help them conduct the big, important conversations that help them to steer their schools …

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The Power of Presence: Strategies for Effective Leadership Communication 46:45

2h ago46:45

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In a world where effective communication can make or break a leader, mastering the art of presence and message crafting is more important than ever. In fact, according to a Forbes study, 85% of job success stems from well-developed soft skills, with public speaking and communication being paramount. This underscores the critical importance of not j…

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349: Teaching forward and improving RFIs 43:08

7d ago43:08

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“One of the things I’ve really put more focus on is the people and the process. Right now I am so excited about sustainability, electrification…I’ve been spending a lot more of my time with the research being able to work and learn how the workforce is changing.” This is episode 3 of 4 for a Deep Dive Series recorded at the AEC Summit in Austin, Te…

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Michelle Ament - Human Intelligence Movement 58:20

2h ago58:20

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Dr Michelle Ament is an educational pioneer renowned for creating the Learning, Experienced (LXP) model. She leads educational systems to develop Human Intelligence, the essential human-centered skills needed to be career-ready in an AI world. An architect of the groundbreaking approach to teaching and assessing social-emotional wellness with exper…

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348: Software pitching tips 29:38

2d ago29:38

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“Stop selling hopes and dreams, that’s a lot of the problems that we’re seeing…you can’t win them all. Win the ones you think you can execute properly.” This is episode 2 of 4 for a Deep Dive Series recorded at the AEC Summit in Austin, Texas in April 2024! If you hear any background noise, that's because this episode was recorded LIVE at the AEC S…

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Navigating Change Management 49:58

14d ago49:58

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In an era where change is constant, mastering change management is crucial for organizational success. In fact, a McKinsey report found that 73% of organizations fail to achieve substantial returns on their change management investments, highlighting the need for effective leadership during transitions. In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we…

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Romy Alexandra - Experiential Learning 1:00:51

4d ago1:00:51

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Romy Alexandra is a learning experience designer and experiential learning trainer on a mission to humanize learning spaces (in-person, online, and hybrid). She is passionate about designing and delivering transformative learning experiences that integrate experiential learning, psychological safety, emotional intelligence, the neuroscience of lear…

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347: Building interoperability in software 33:46

9d ago33:46

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This is episode 1 of 4 for a Deep Dive Series recorded at the AEC Summit in Austin, Texas in April 2024! If you hear any background noise, that's because this episode was recorded LIVE at the AEC Summit! “We’re going to have to solve the way that those products work together, and in doing that we’re going to be able to make construction projects ru…

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Moxie the Compassionate Robot 43:37

1M ago43:37

43:37

This episode was filmed on location at The Hong Kong Developmental Paediatrics and Child Neurology Centre where I got the chance to meet Moxie the Compassionate Robot and to talk with Dr. Fanny Lam and Dr Cecelia Lam. Dr Fanny Wai Fan Lam - Specialist in Developmental Behaviour Paediatrics at Blue Sky Precision Medicine Dr Fanny Wai Fan Lam is a Sp…

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346: System Built Master Facilitators lessons learned 49:49

23d ago49:49

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"Every developer has a different site, every developer is confounded with different setbacks, zoning, and planning...so everything's different which means it's more project based, you can't just build a thousand of them because you're not going to be able to see a thousand of 'unit A,' and so that's like the biggest challenge." Join Devon as he cha…

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Leadership Development: Strategies for Sustaining Growth and Adaptability 48:08

24d ago48:08

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In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we are joined by Phil Cicio, a seasoned TTA consultant and Leadership Development expert. Join us as we discuss our off-the-shelf comprehensive leadership development programs – ‘Strategies for Sustaining Growth and Adaptability.’ These leadership development programs are specifically designed to empower n…

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Hayes Greenfield - Creative Sound Play 59:31

1M ago59:31

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Hayes Greenfield is founder of Creative Sound Play (CSP), a sound-based, generative learning system for Pre-K, as well as an award-winning jazz musician, notable film composer, and innovative educator. His book, Creative Sound Play for Young Learners (Routledge, Eye on Education Series, 2024), invites educators to use sound-making as collaborative …

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Alan Tang - Skills for a Modern World 1:02:47

2M ago1:02:47

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Alan Tang believes education can make the world a better place. He is the founder and CEO of CoLab an online program that uses games, discussions and escape rooms to teach kids skills for the modern world. He found his way here through a path that included 6 years in corporate finance in the renewable energy field and spent some time as a chef at s…

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345: Embrace the power of prefab construction 49:50

2M ago49:50

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"Integrate your assemblies as if they are the lego blocks of building…on top of that, consider modular units as the lego Death Star. Think of it as, not necessarily you have to have an entire modular building, but I have a modular unit.” This is episode 3 of 3 for a Deep Dive Series on Advancing Prefabrication! Join Devon and co-host Matt McMullen …

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Brave New Words by Salman Khan 21:46

2M ago21:46

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This episode is a book review of Salman Khan’s new book – “Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (And Why That's a Good Thing)”. Sal is the Founder and CEO of Khan Academy, and his book is a brave and visionary look at the impact of generative AI on education. This is a solo episode, no guests, just me sharing my thoughts about the b…

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Aligning L&D for Impact: Driving Corporate Goals with Strategic OKRs 44:34

1M ago44:34

44:34

In today's ever-changing business landscape, aligning learning and development with organizational goals is not just strategic, it’s essential. In fact, according to an ATD report, organizations that have strong alignment between L&D and business goals achieve 13% higher mean revenue per employee. In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we welco…

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344: Martian solutions to building better homes on Earth 1:07:15

2M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

"Through robotic technologies and tele-robotics, it’s going to break...boundaries. Not just within the Earth, even extra-terrestrially through like Mars and the Artemis mission and things like that." This is episode 2 of 3 for a Deep Dive Series on Advancing Prefabrication! We're taking a trip to space for this episode! Join Devon as he talks with …

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Mark DeLoura Part 1 - In the White House 31:35

2M ago31:35

31:35

This is part 1 of my conversation with Mark DeLoura, who spent almost 2 years as a Senior Advisor on Digital Media at the White House. A great storyteller with amazing insights into the educational games industry and the business of making games. Mark DeLoura is a games and education technology leader, and he believes in their power to transform th…

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Mark DeLoura Part 2 - Collaborative Game Development 42:25

2M ago42:25

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This is part 2 of my conversation with Mark DeLoura. Mark is a collaborator, a connector of people and teams. In this part we really dive into the challenges of making educational games and how we can bring the right people together. Mark DeLoura is a games and education technology leader, and he believes in their power to transform the world. He h…

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343: Packaging it up 1:03:05

2M ago1:03:05

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“I love hearing the words, ‘this is how we’ve always done it…’ because I’m not an expert, I’ve just been around a lot of really smart people, and my job is to consume their information and then try to present it back to people in terminology and systems they actually understand.” This is episode 1 of 3 for a Deep Dive Series on Advancing Prefabrica…

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Adam Sparks - Effective Feedback 57:08

2M ago57:08

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Adam Sparks was an English and Social Studies teacher for 7 years before recently completing his masters in Learning Design and Technology at Stanford. At Stanford, Adam's work focused on formative assessment, peer feedback, and writing instruction. He now works full-time on Short Answer, a gamified K12 writing tool that began as his master's capst…

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Empowering Leadership: Fostering Workplace Confidence 34:57

2M ago34:57

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Unlocking the secret to success often begins with a single step: building confidence. It's a critical component not just for individual growth, but as the cornerstone of effective leadership. In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we are joined by Velera Wilson, founder and CEO of Positive Identity, a company that helps people gain the skills t…

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Alicia Hughes - Virtual School 52:44

2M ago52:44

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Alicia Hughes has over 20 years of experience in the world of education. She began her journey as a Middle School Social Studies teacher in Charleston, South Carolina. After leaving the profession for a few years to raise her children, she returned as a High School Social Studies teacher in the virtual education space and from there assumed leaders…

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342: The future of modular building in Colorado 33:17

3M ago33:17

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“The one thing that I always say about modular is that it’s a blessing and a curse…for a successful modular project you have to work through so many things before the project can begin…The blessing is that you know what it’s going to cost if you effectively work through all those things...You have a lot more work to do, but if it’s done the right w…

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Jason Gulya - The AI Enlightenment 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Jason Gulya is an English professor and Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Council at Berkeley College in New York. He is also an AI consultant and Keynote speaker. A prolific content creator and social media influencer, Jason is vocal about the use of AI in education. He has earned a significant following through his practical and balanced advic…

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Instructional Design Strategies for Organizational Growth 46:43

3M ago46:43

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In an era where knowledge becomes obsolete almost overnight, the continuous investment in learning and development has proven essential for organizational agility and growth. In fact, a LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report revealed that 51% of companies globally are increasing their spend on learning and development, reflecting a widespread recogniti…

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Maia Wiest - Pianini Edutainment 59:57

3M ago59:57

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Maia Wiest studied at the Music University of Berlin where she wrote 2 Music Theatre Shows and managed their production. One of them was produced with artists in and from Havanna, Cuba. After this she relocated to Hong Kong and built her own piano academy for kids using her music learning method. During that time Maia also took on the job at a musi…

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341: Lessons in Leadership 56:48

3M ago56:48

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"My goal for SSLLC is to have a company that doesn't provide stress to somebody's home life or them personally. So the only way that can happen is to teach leadership and lean into those stresses {to find a solution}..." Join Devon as he chats with Scott Sypniewski Sr. & Jr. about leadership! SSLLC was founded on August 1, 2021, by Scott and Kathle…

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Ben Edmonds - InventorClub 1:04:54

3M ago1:04:54

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Ben Edmonds is an inventor and entrepreneur with a 20 year career in product design and innovation. Ben is now teaching kids design engineering and problem solving through what he describes as his greatest ever invention – the #InventorClub, which offers both in person workshops and online programs for kids 7 – 16 years old. The premise of the inve…

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Nolan Bushnell and Dr Leah Hanes - ExoDexa 58:00

3M ago58:00

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Nolan Bushnell, the “Father of Video Games”, created the Pong game and founded Atari. An electrical engineer by trade, he was inducted into the Video Game Hall of Fame and the Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame and was named one of Newsweek’s “50 Men Who Changed America”. He has started more than 20 companies, including the Chuck E Cheese’s Pizza Ti…

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Work Life Balance for Leaders 53:32

3M ago53:32

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According to recent studies, a staggering 70% of employees report struggling with work-life balance. This statistic highlights the pressing need for leaders to address this issue and create supportive environments for their teams. In this episode “Bring Out the Talent,” we discuss effective strategies to help leaders navigate the delicate balance b…

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340: AI perspectives from the OG 36:11

4M ago36:11

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"If you’re going to base your career on crunching numbers, I hope you’ll be satisfied with a salary of 2 cents now." Join Devon this week as he talks with René Morkos from ALICE Technologies about AI! René Morkos is the founder of ALICE Technologies. He obtained his Ph.D. in artificial intelligence applications for construction as a Charles H. Leav…

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Paul Darvasi - Serious Play 56:40

4M ago56:40

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Paul Darvasi, PhD, is a game developer, educator, speaker, and writer who works at the intersection of games, culture, and learning. He is the CEO and co-founder of Gold Bug Interactive, the Executive Director of the Serious Play Conference, and is a founding member of the PlayLab at the University of Toronto, where he lectures on social media and …

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The Learner's Journey: Fostering Engagement at Every Turn 35:14

4M ago35:14

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A recent study by Udemy revealed an interesting fact: 80% of employees feel more engaged at work when they're learning new skills. Yet, despite this clear desire to learn, keeping learners truly engaged remains a significant challenge for L&D professionals. It's not just about providing learning opportunities - it's about making those opportunities…

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Barbara Tsui - Montessori Slow Disruption 1:01:24

4M ago1:01:24

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Barbara Tsui is a mother of two boys, aged 11 and 16. She studied many different ways to raise her children before the first boy was born, but most of the ways didn't work as planned, so she thought she was a mother who failed, until she found the Montessori teaching and learning approach. She enrolled her children and then she pursued Montessori t…

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339: Building green with ADL Ventures 41:04

4M ago41:04

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“Often we share problems…It can’t stop there, and too often it does…We have to come to the table with ‘Here’s an idea that might work.’ The moment we start thinking about the future in terms of potential solutions…those conversations start adding up. That habit makes the collaboration work better, and it will get us to a point where we can make an …

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Laurie Forcier - Meaningful Technology Use 57:29

4M ago57:29

57:29

This episode is an insightful conversation with Laurie Forcier, recorded shortly after she attended the Bett Conference in London. Laurie is a thought leader in EdTech with over 25 years of experience in education. She shares insights from the conference and her personal take on current trends and the impact of AI on the future of education. Curren…

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Vince Siu - Press Start Academy 1:04:36

4M ago1:04:36

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Vince Siu is the Founder and CEO of Press Start Academy, a Hong Kong-based education start-up that designs award-winning educational games and game-based academic curricula for ages 6 and above. He enjoys thinking about gamification, 21st-century skills, design thinking, and generative AI and the future of education, and has spoken and conducted wo…

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Beyond Just Bricks: Unleashing Potential with Lego Serious Play 47:05

4M ago47:05

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Imagine a workspace filled with the colorful, familiar shapes of Lego bricks. Now, imagine these aren't just for play, but powerful tools for learning, communication, and problem-solving. This is the world of Lego Serious Play, a methodology that harnesses the power of play to unlock creativity, foster collaboration, and solve complex problems in c…

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338: The ConTech Crew featuring Devon Tilly! 1:05:45

5M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

This week's episode was created and recorded for The ConTech Crew podcast, hosted by Jeff Sample, with our host, Devon Tilly, as the guest! This is a great episode to learn more about Devon and the Master Facilitator Community! Jeff Sample is a technology evangelist, speaker, podcaster, and passionate advocate for construction. He has been working …

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Colleen Kelley - Kids' Chemical Solutions 45:24

5M ago45:24

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Colleen Kelley, Ph.D. is the Creator and Founder of Kids’ Chemical Solutions (www.kidschemicalsolutions.com) which is a comic-book based curriculum for students of all ages. Dr. Kelley has demonstrated the ability to teach 4th grade students college level chemistry using storytelling through her comic books. Colleen’s achievements are so impressive…

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Creating a Culture of Dignity 48:43

5M ago48:43

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A workplace culture rooted in dignity is not merely "a nice to have" but a critical component for attracting and retaining talent, enhancing engagement, and boosting overall performance. The significance of dignity within the corporate landscape is undeniable, with 93% recognizing its critical importance for organizational success. Although dignity…

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The HiVE 1:21:53

5M ago1:21:53

1:21:53

The Education Innovators Podcast is a weekly conversation between Eric Byron and guests from all aspects of education around the world. We look for innovative ideas and practical examples of things happening in schools and learning environments that are of interest to teachers, corporate trainers, school administrators, EdTech providers, students, …

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Season Two Trailer 3:00

5M ago3:00

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Welcome to Season Two of the Education Innovators Podcast. I’m Eric Byron and it is my privilege to be able to share stories from some of the most inspiring innovators in education from around the globe. I’m based in Hong Kong, but the show is International. In season one, we had guests from Asia, North America, and Europe and listeners from over 2…

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337: Data driven construction 45:41

5M ago45:41

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“Start with 'why?' Why should I care about this data in the first place?" Join us this week as Devon chats with Nathan Wood from SpectrumAEC about data, technology, and their relationship with the construction industry. Nathan C. Wood is the Executive Director of Construction Progress Coalition (CPC), a grassroots non-profit initiative to educate A…

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Aligning Personal Purpose with Professional Leadership 47:38

5M ago47:38

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Most of us are familiar with the term IQ (intelligent quotient) and EQ (Emotional Quotient) – but how familiar are you with your MQ or Motivational Quotient? MQ is the driving force behind our ambitions and growth, influenced by factors like goals, confidence, personality, and attitude. But while many leaders pay special attention to IQ and EQ, one…

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336: Deep Dive Series: Applying Building Science, Episode 4: Building science in action, with heat pumps 55:10

5M ago55:10

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This is episode 4 of 4 discussing the national organization BS + Beer and Building Science. Today's episode features Devon and Robby as co-hosts chatting with Shawn LeMons of Mitsubishi wrapping up the 4 episode Deep Dive Series on BS + Beer. They explore how to get contractors on board with heat pump technology. The episode highlights the role of …

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335: Deep Dive Series: Applying Building Science, Episode 3: LIVE BS + Beer Q&A 56:58

6M ago56:58

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To any long time listeners of AOC, this is your chance to get to know the host, Devon Tilly! This is episode 3 of 4 discussing the national organization BS + Beer and Building Science. If you hear any background noise, that's because this podcast was recorded LIVE at Tradecraft Industries during a BS + Beer meeting in December, 2023! Today's episod…

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The Future of Learning: AR/VR’s Evolving Role in Corporate Training 35:43

6M ago35:43

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AR and VR are no longer a trending novelty utilized by the top 1%. These immersive technologies are rapidly being embraced by organizations worldwide. In fact, a recent survey found that 82% of company executives anticipate incorporating immersive technologies into their business models within the next three years. In this episode of ‘Bring Out the…

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