Shon Isenhour with Eruditio

Scott Mackenzie emphasizes the importance of companies having a podcast to tell their story and create a strategic advantage. He highlights the benefits of podcasting as a content-generating machine and a platform to build emotional connections with the market. At the SMRP conference, Scott interviews Shon Isenhour, owner of Eruditio, an education-first training company. Shon discusses their new Inspired Blended Learning Plus (IBL Plus) program, which integrates downloadable resources, animations, and simulations to enhance learning. They also touch on the role of AI in the industry, emphasizing the need for human engagement and the importance of personalized education for future success.

Action Items

• [ ] Maintain and execute multi-year project plans to regularly update Eruditio curriculum and keep training content current (schedule ongoing content revisions and new downloadable resources to reflect industry changes).
• [ ] Deliver and enforce project-based IBL programs where learners complete facility projects and submit results to an assigned coach for feedback to ensure application and measurable ROI.
• [ ] Publish Shon Isenhour's contact information on the Industrial Talk website so listeners can connect with him after the conference.

Outline

Importance of Company Podcasts

• Scott emphasizes the importance of companies having a dedicated podcast to generate content easily.
• Podcasting is presented as a platform that can help companies tell their story consistently.
• Scott argues that companies that tell their story consistently have a strategic advantage.
• The podcast allows companies to create an emotional connection with their market and stand out against larger competitors.

Introduction to SMRP Conference

• Scott introduces the SMRP conference, focusing on asset management, supply chain, and maintenance and reliability.
• The conference is described as a must-attend event for professionals in these fields.
• Scott highlights the importance of meeting industry leaders and networking at the conference.
• The conversation transitions to introducing Shon, the owner of Eruditio, as a guest on the podcast.

Shon's Background and Eruditio's Mission

• Shon introduces himself as the owner of Eruditio, an education-first training company based in Charleston, South Carolina.
• Eruditio works with various industries worldwide and focuses on mentoring and training.
• Shon discusses the importance of mentoring in their curriculum, helping professionals transition to new roles.
• Eruditio is unveiling their Inspired Blended Learning Plus (IBL Plus) at the conference, which includes new resources and simulations.

Adapting to Industry Changes

• Shon talks about the challenges of keeping educational material relevant in a rapidly changing industry.
• The focus is on integrating AI effectively without replacing human roles.
• Shon emphasizes the importance of human engagement and soft skills in the industry.
• Eruditio's approach includes regular updates to their curriculum and the use of new technologies to explain complex topics.

Inspiring the Next Generation

• Shon discusses the need for edutainment to keep the attention of the next generation of professionals.
• Eruditio's IBL products are project-based, allowing learners to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios.
• The importance of having a coach for feedback and support is highlighted.
• Shon shares examples of how Eruditio uses downloadable resources and tools to help learners retain information.

Future of Education and Personalization

• Shon predicts that future education will be personalized to individual needs, driven by technology.
• The goal is to create a learning story that adapts to the student's progress.
• Scott and Shon discuss the challenges and benefits of personalized education.
• The conversation concludes with Shon providing his contact information for further engagement.