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Directionally Correct, A People Analytics Podcast with Cole & Scott
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01/12/2024

#107 - Jane Datta - Why is Workforce Planning Hot Again? NASA Retrospective

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor One Model! Check them out here: https://www.onemodel.co/directionallycorrect Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support! In this episode of Directionally Correct, hosts Cole and Scott engage in an insightful conversation with Jane Datta, the former Chief Human Capital Officer at NASA. This episode explores the intricate world of workforce planning and people analytics. Jane shares her experiences at NASA, discussing the challenges and strategies in human capital management, especially in a highly specialized and stable workforce environment. The discussion delves into the cyclical nature of workforce planning, the evolving role of workforce analytics, and the impact of AI in reshaping organizational strategies. Listeners will also hear Jane's perspectives on the 'porous border' concept in workforce planning, and how NASA adapts to shifts in industry dynamics. Additionally, the episode covers the importance of having meaningful, engaging conversations, and the unexpected parallels between music and workforce management. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that extends beyond traditional HR boundaries into the realms of psychology, innovation, and strategic foresight. Fast Forward to Boredom Why it sucks to start a new job It’s (still) the mortar not the bricks - Talent Strategy Group
1h 14m
17/11/2024

#106 - Cole and Scott - Should You Bring Your Whole Self To Work?

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor One Model! Check them out here: https://www.onemodel.co/directionallycorrect Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support!   In this heartfelt episode of Directionally Correct, join hosts Cole & Scott as they delve into a personal journey of grief and healing. Scott opens up about the recent passing of his mother, sharing the profound impact it has had on his life and the unexpected support he's received from friends and colleagues. Amidst the personal reflections, the hosts explore a range of topics, including the value of corporate offsites, the dynamics of remote versus distributed teams, and the ever-relevant discussion of how to show value in people analytics. They also touch upon the importance of maintaining a balance between personal and professional identities in the workplace. As Thanksgiving approaches, the conversation shifts to gratitude and the nuances of family gatherings, offering insights into how political diversity can affect the duration of Thanksgiving dinners. The episode wraps up with a dive into recent studies on motivation, toxic work climates, and the impact of political endorsements on scientific credibility. This episode is a reminder of the importance of connection, gratitude, and understanding in both personal and professional realms. Tune in for an engaging and introspective discussion that blends personal stories with thought-provoking research. Performance vs motivation meta analysis Using oversampling and rebalancing for imbalanced datasets Asch’s conformity experiment with LLMs
1h 16m
03/11/2024

#105 - Dr. David Solot - Leadership, Tech, AI, and IOPsych in Star Trek & Passive Assessments

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor One Model! Check them out here: https://www.onemodel.co/directionallycorrect Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support! Welcome to another episode of "Directly Correct," hosted by Cole & Scott. This time, Cole is joined by a special guest, David Solot, an IO psychologist at the American Board of Internal Medicine. Together, they dive into the intriguing world of Star Trek and its connections to IO psychology. The episode kicks off with an introduction to David's Star Trek podcast and how it explores leadership and organizational themes within the Star Trek universe. They discuss the concept of a "Star Trek meetup" and its significance to fans, highlighting the show's deep cultural impact and its relevance to IO psychology concepts like leadership, teamwork, and organizational culture. Cole and David engage in a lively discussion about the various leadership styles of iconic Star Trek characters, such as Captain Kirk and Captain Picard, and how these styles reflect changing societal values over time. They also delve into the fascinating possibilities of future technologies, like AI and virtual reality, in reshaping assessment and learning within the workplace. The conversation takes an interesting turn as they explore the potential impact of large language models and AI on collective intelligence and the future of work. David shares insights into how these advancements could redefine roles and responsibilities, while also raising questions about privacy and the ethical use of AI. Throughout the episode, the hosts weave in elements of humor and curiosity, providing an engaging exploration of how Star Trek's fictional universe offers valuable lessons for real-world organizational dynamics. Join Cole, David, and Scott in this thought-provoking discussion that will leave you pondering the future of work and technology. Notebook LM Part One & Part Two Scott’s Soundcloud of AI Generated Podcast Star Trek and Community How LLMs Shape Collective Intelligence
1h 1m
20/10/2024

#104 - Bradford Williams - People Analytics & Workforce Planning @ Northwestern Mutual, People Analytics World NYC 2024

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor One Model! Check them out here: https://www.onemodel.co/directionallycorrect Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support!   Join us for an engaging episode of Directionally Correct, where host Cole & Scott sits down with Bradford Williams, the head of People Analytics, Insights, and Workforce Planning at Northwestern Mutual. Sponsored by OneModel, this episode dives into the intricacies of people analytics and the evolving role of leadership within organizations. The conversation begins with a light-hearted exchange about the time Bradford played basketball with LeBron James, setting the stage for a deeper discussion on the importance of relationships and community within the field of people analytics. Cole and Bradford reflect on their experiences at the People Analytics World Conference, highlighting key themes such as the impact of storytelling and the necessity of aligning analytics with business objectives. The episode also explores the concept of leadership, debating whether leaders are born or made, and how personality traits influence one's effectiveness as a leader. The discussion is enriched by insights from recent studies and articles, including the controversial idea of 'Founder Mode' in leadership and the potential role of AI in decision-making processes. As the episode wraps up, Bradford shares his perspectives on corporate jargon and his favorite analytics metrics, bringing humor and personal anecdotes to the forefront. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of people analytics, leadership, and the future of work.   AI can now outperform most CEOs: https://hbr.org/2024/09/ai-can-mostly-outperform-human-ceos?ab=HP-hero-latest-image-1&tpcc=paidsearch.google.dsacontent&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD9b3uSTIe7N1L4DazonrQzZU3BLS   Are leaders born or made: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/activity-7240059596608843777-lIm7/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop    Paul Graham's Founder Mode article: https://paulgraham.com/foundermode.html    Tailgate vs holiday season: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/tailgate-more-important-game-072712173.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK8b2NNHyJCwZDPUDFLCTXxkC1jew3549CQOZe7rYIu4oaek1sOeOHXdUsbl68HbwjNMAVXk0jsnSjtL1OIa7t8B0Oa4oNRYJlvjUgZUYsTQTDVncWaYeNbhjrmG7_nJPD1PNe4LUKzzZ49M0MsoQjoqUjsm4iXZIcg0hUcaIPME    Everyone gets paid the same: https://directionallycorrectnews.substack.com/p/everyone-gets-paid-the-same-a-theory?r=ybtwi   What is happening to people analytics in the last 15 years? Part One: https://directionallycorrectnews.substack.com/p/what-is-happening-to-people-analytics?r=ybtwi Part Two: https://directionallycorrectnews.substack.com/p/what-is-happening-to-people-analytics-6af?r=ybtwi     
1h 3m
25/08/2024

#100 - Cole and Scott - THE 100TH EPISODE LIVE BONANZA AT LA TECH!

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor One Model! Check them out here: https://www.onemodel.co/directionallycorrect Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support!   Scott's NEW published article: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-replace-freelance-jobs-51807bc7 & https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kelly-monahan-ph-d-18879413_futureofwork-ai-data-activity-7210648714225315841-bNnA?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios    Rebels with a cause - Breaking social norms: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0294019   Sports fans are locked in young: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jayvanbavel_sports-fans-are-like-young-goslings-or-ducklings-activity-7211438488934625280-Dzeo?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios    GraphRAG - Using LLMs for ONA: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/rami-krispin_llm-datascience-machinelearning-activity-7215375127419502592-WaE0?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop    Ways machine learning can deliver "zero bias" in selection: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nigel-guenole-phd-89824b2_bias-hiring-ml-activity-7215983337838948353-IT2N?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop 
1h 4m
30/06/2024

#96 - Cole and Scott - Giving Presentations, Scott's New R Package, & Trading Blows Nerdery

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor Lightcast! Check them out here: https://lightcast.io/contact Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support!   Scott's new R package "ScottyHines": https://github.com/scottyhines/scottyhines   Moving off the map: https://pubsonline.informs.org/doi/abs/10.1287/orsc.2018.1277?journalCode=orsc   ChatGPT hasn't impacted Wikipedia: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2405.10205   Should you be polite to LLMs: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2402.14531   Don't expect juniors to teach senior professionals to use AI: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4857373   The fragmentation of psychological sciences: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/zoeziani_science-psychologicalscience-research-activity-7191828812651765760-dIbQ/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios   Bayer gets ride of all middle management and moves to self-directed teams: https://fortune.com/europe/2024/04/11/pharmaceutical-giant-bayer-ceo-bill-anderson-rid-bosses-staff-self-organize-save-2-billion/   HBR seminal article on ONA/relational analytics: https://hbr.org/2018/11/better-people-analytics   White collar job recession: https://www.businessinsider.com/hiring-slump-professional-white-collar-jobs-recession-high-salary-2024-4   10K research papers retracted in 2023, new record: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrew-akbashev_research-science-activity-7199364033098006529-nKGe/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios
1h 11m
10/03/2024

#83 - Mark Hanson - Skills Intelligence With Lightcast & Is The Future Skill-Based?

Directionally Correct podcast has a NEW sponsor Lightcast! Check them out here: https://lightcast.io/contact Help support the podcast Your support will help the podcast cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect Thank you for your support!   Why the future of work is hard - Cole's article: https://open.substack.com/pub/directionallycorrectnews/p/why-the-future-of-work-is-hard-83704e23b43c?r=ybtwi&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true   Marc Effron's/TSG report on if skills juice is worth the squeeze: https://talentstrategygroup.com/is-the-juice-worth-the-squeeze/    The power of prediction: https://dspace.mit.edu/bitstream/handle/1721.1/137842/11369_2021_224_ReferencePDF.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y    Lawyering in the age of artificial intelligence: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nick-Neave/publication/222774518_The_effects_of_facial_hair_manipulation_on_female_perceptions_of_attractiveness_masculinity_and_dominance_in_male_faces/links/5a53418d458515e7b72e9d0e/The-effects-of-facial-hair-manipulation-on-female-perceptions-of-attractiveness-masculinity-and-dominance-in-male-faces.pdf    Why the future of AI is the future of work: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-to-matter/why-future-ai-future-work&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw0deFkR19COfrV6jbPGC8T9   
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