People analytics is not just for psychologists anymore!

"I think that not only will people analytics be the decision maker themselves. In the future, I actually think people analytics will be what HR is."
–Cole Napper on People Analytics

My guest this week is Cole Napper, IO psychologist extraordinaire, People analytics thought leader, and inspirational podcast host.

In this fun filled episode I take a page from Cole’s playbook and loosen my collar, clearing the air for super engaging personal stories interwoven with thought leadership about creating a new era for people analytics.

We discuss a range of topics, including Cole's background from Louisiana, his experience at Louisiana Tech's IO Psychology PhD program, and his role as VP of People Analytics at Orgnostic.. Cole is also a co-host of the Direction Correct podcast about People Analytics and is dedicated to creating a future where people analytics and technology combine to have a positive impact on business outcomes and happiness at work..

The episode covers various aspects of people analytics, its role in business, and its intersection with technology and AI. Additionally, they touch upon current issues like COVID-19, its impact on the workplace, and the future of people analytics in HR.

Topics Discussed:

Introduction to Cole Napper: Cole's Louisiana background, education at Louisiana Tech's IO Psychology PhD program, and his current role.

People Analytics: Insights into what people analytics entails, its significance in the business world, and how it's shaping the future of work.

Impact of COVID-19: How the pandemic has affected workplace dynamics and the role of people analytics in navigating these changes.

The Role of Technology: Discussion on the intersection of people analytics with AI and machine learning.

Challenges and Future Trends: Exploring current challenges in the field of people analytics and predictions for its future trajectory within HR.

Key Takeaways:

• Podcasts can be fun and still pack quite a bit of learning into the mix.
• People analytics is a vital component in understanding and improving organizational dynamics.
• The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need for robust people analytics.
• Technology and AI are becoming integral in advancing the field of people analytics.
• There are ongoing challenges in data privacy and quality in the use of AI and analytics tools.