Using AI for Something Good with David Bradford

Mar 18, 2025

David Bradford, CEO of Virtual Immersive Educational Worlds, is revolutionizing education with AI and gamification. He shares insights on the importance of people in business success, emphasizing that 75% of a company's triumph relies on its team. Bradford highlights the potential of immersive learning experiences, where learners can interact with historical figures in 3D environments. He also stresses the need for execution in entrepreneurship, advocating for using success as a launchpad rather than a resting place.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

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From Tech Veteran to Ed Tech Innovator

02:00 • 7min

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A Journey of Innovation, Publishing, and Travel

08:36 • 4min

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Networking Essentials: Connecting with Purpose

12:17 • 6min

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Immersive Learning: Engage with Historical Figures in 3D Worlds

18:07 • 3min

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Up Your Game

David Bradford

Up Your Game is a book that teaches networking principles and has inspired countless professionals. It focuses on six fundamental principles, including the importance of adding value to other people's lives and the power of follow-up. The book emphasizes the importance of building deep relationships and showing personal interest in others. It also highlights the significance of rapid and personal follow-up after networking events. The book's lessons are rooted in the author's personal experiences and insights.

Currently serving as CEO of Virtual Immersive Educational Worlds, David Bradford is helping reimagine education by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and gamification. VIEW’s platform enables learners to engage with history’s greatest minds through immersive, interactive learning experiences.

Top 3 Value Bombs

1. 75 percent of the success of each company is based on its people. Forget the technology or market strategy, its all about the people.

2. Use your success as a spring board as opposed to a hammock.

3. Execute, execute, execute. You can dream all you want but unless you have the execution, you will not be a successful entrepreneur.

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