EPISODE · Jun 3, 2024 · 27 MIN

37 | Beyond the Toolbox: How VR is Changing Trades Training

from Freedom Blueprint for Home Services | HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Leadership, Business Growth

Episode Number: 37Episode Title: Beyond the Toolbox: How VR is Changing Trades TrainingDate: June 3, 2024Duration: 24:57Host: Justin Deese Website: JustinDeese.com Contact: [email protected] Guest: Dan Clapper Guest Website: www.interplaylearning.comSummaryIn this engaging episode of the Freedom Blueprint Podcast, host Justin Deese sits down with Dan Clapper from Interplay, an innovative company that's revolutionizing training in the trades. They discuss how Interplay uses simulations and virtual reality to enhance the learning experience for technicians across various fields, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work.TakeawaysInnovative Training Solutions: Learners can engage with practical simulations, making technical training both effective and exciting.Professional Development: Interplay provides structured career paths, helping technicians advance from beginners to seasoned professionals.Engagement Across Generations: While younger technicians readily adopt new technologies, there are ways to engage older workers to enhance efficiency and skills.Chapters00:04 - Introduction to Dan Clapper and Interplay00:30 - Overview of Interplay's Offerings01:00 - Gamification of Trade Learning03:02 - Dan's Background in Trades04:36 - Technological Evolution in Trades06:32 - Customizing Learning Paths09:00 - Adapting Training for Different Age Groups12:28 - Maximizing Worksite Efficiency14:23 - Ideal Business Models for Interplay’s ServicesKeywordsPlumbing, HVAC, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Contractor, Freedom Blueprint Podcast, Justin Deese, Kristen Deese, When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse, Virtual Reality, Online Training, Career Development, Technical Skills Improvement, Trade Education, Leadership in Trades, Innovation in Learning, Professional Growth, Technician Training, Simulation Learning, Interplay Learning, interplaylearning.com

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Episode Number: 37 Episode Title: Beyond the Toolbox: How VR is Changing Trades Training Date: June 3, 2024 Duration: 24:57 Host: Justin Deese Website: JustinDeese.com Contact: [email protected] Guest: Dan Clapper Guest Website: www.interplaylearning.com Summary In this engaging episode of the Freedom Blueprint Podcast, host Justin Deese sits down with Dan Clapper from Interplay, an innovative company that's revolutionizing training in the trades. They discuss how Interplay uses simulations and virtual reality to enhance the learning experience for technicians across various fields, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Takeaways Innovative Training Solutions: Learners can engage with practical simulations, making technical training both effective and exciting. Professional Development: Interplay provides structured career paths, helping technicians advance from beginners to seasoned professionals. Engagement Across Generations: While younger technicians readily adopt new technologies, there are ways to engage older workers to enhance efficiency and skills. Chapters 00:04 - Introduction to Dan Clapper and Interplay 00:30 - Overview of Interplay's Offerings 01:00 - Gamification of Trade Learning 03:02 - Dan's Background in Trades 04:36 - Technological Evolution in Trades 06:32 - Customizing Learning Paths 09:00 - Adapting Training for Different Age Groups 12:28 - Maximizing Worksite Efficiency 14:23 - Ideal Business Models for Interplay’s Services Keywords Plumbing, HVAC, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Contractor, Freedom Blueprint Podcast, Justin Deese, Kristen Deese, When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse, Virtual Reality, Online Training, Career Development, Technical Skills Improvement, Trade Education, Leadership in Trades, Innovation in Learning, Professional Growth, Technician Training, Simulation Learning, Interplay Learning, interplaylearning.com

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