Directionally Correct, A People Analytics Podcast with Cole & Scott
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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
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
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Sunday Nov 03, 2024
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
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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
Sunday Oct 27, 2024
Sunday Oct 27, 2024
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Sunday Oct 20, 2024
Sunday Oct 20, 2024
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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
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
REPLAY #29 - Dr. Amit Mohindra - How to Navigate Organizational Politics
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
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Sunday Oct 06, 2024
Sunday Oct 06, 2024
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Vin's post on hot takes: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/vineetvashishta_productmanagement-ai-datascience-activity-7209163033628069888-CyLB?%20utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
The impact of GPT on human skills: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0040162524001859
Testing the babble hypothesis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1048984320300369
AI can now generate novel ideas: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/emollick_we-have-increasing-evidence-that-todays-ugcPost-7238957033553637376-ooMA?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Sunday Sep 29, 2024
REPLAY #18 - Dr. Keith McNulty - The People Analytics & Data Science Master
Sunday Sep 29, 2024
Sunday Sep 29, 2024
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Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
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Centrality of team conflict: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2023-40185-001
Studying for tests: https://x.com/emollick/status/1660982227881041921?s=20
What do jobseekers think about hot button issues: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/julia-i-pollak_what-do-job-seekers-think-about-the-hot-button-activity-7217163853258743809-97pL?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Prasad's post on the Google Anti-Trust case: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/prasad-setty_qa-with-gemini-on-google-ruling-aug-5-activity-7226406047576428545-pmsm?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
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