No one taught us how to work. Jake Kahana wants to change that with Caveday.

Technology can better serve humanity. In this episode of the Innovation For All Podcast, Sheana Ahlqvist speaks with Jake Kahana, founder of Bettvr With Age and Caveday. Jake shares these two projects that look very different on the surface. In fact, they are united by a common goal, to demonstrate the social impact of technology. Discover how Virtual reality (VR) can be therapeutic for seniors, why the typical 9-5 work day is a complete fallacy, and how to manage remote teams effectively. You’ll enjoy this episode if you are interested in VR or modernizing the workplace.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL HEAR:

• The difference between a social impact agency and cost marketing agency


• The challenges in producing and distributing VR films 2 significant limitations for senior citizens: mobility and finances


• The Impact of Bettvr With Age Physical and mental therapy using VR


• What is Caveday?


• How to improve your relationship to work


• The dangers of overwork


• How to communicate with a remote team


• How important is establishing rules around communication, scheduling and productivity inside a team


• 3 Things you need when you work – accountability, motivation, and support


• Resources your team can use to increase productivity

Undoubtedly, technology isn’t just for the young. It is for all ages – even seniors. This is what Jake is proving to exhibit in his Bettvr with Age project where he produces VR films for senior citizens. Seniors can still experience places and activities that their old age won’t permit them to do and visit through VR. We also discuss the science of productivity.

Through Caveday, Jake and his team are able to organize pieces of training for individuals and companies on how to do deep work since no one taught us how to work. There are ways you can improve your relationship to work to be productive and also avoid overworking. Jake identifies specific resources you can use to support your team’s productivity and happiness.

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