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November 7, 2023 39 mins

“We’re going to take data, we’re going to create a story, we’re going to connect what we know about people in the organization to…relevant metrics and data…” - Sy Islam

 

Have you ever found yourself curious about people analytics and its role in talent development, or wondered how it could enhance your everyday work? In today’s episode, Sy Islam, Ph.D. provides a clear picture of what people analytics is and why you should care about it. Sy is a co-founder and VP of Consulting with Talent Metrics and Associate Professor at Farmingdale State College. He shares how people analytics can empower smarter choices, transforming HR practices from gut-based decisions to data driven strategies. Sy also addresses how to effectively communicate data within your organization by highlighting the stories behind the numbers. We also dive into ways artificial intelligence may impact people analytics, along with addressing the importance of choosing the right metrics. Tune in for an engaging and informative episode that will provide you with a solid foundation to navigate the world of people analytics. Equipped with the knowledge, you’ll be well prepared to begin the journey of  harnessing the power of data to drive HR decisions!

 

Additional Resources:

ATDNYC People Analytics Special Interest Group: https://atdnyc.org/people-analytics-sig

 

Here’s how you can connect with Sy: 

Email: sy@talentmetrics.io  

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sislam 

X(formerly Twitter): @IOSyIsam

 

You can also check out his book, Leaders Assemble! Leadership Lessons from the Marvel Cinematic Universe , co-authored with Gordan B. Schmidt 

 

Here’s where to find your hosts:

Marina: linkedin.com/in/marinafield

Samantha: linkedin.com/in/samantha-peller

 

If you have a talent development tip you would like to share we’d love to hear it. Please send us an email at info@atdnyc.org with the subject line UNLOCKED.

Visit atdnyc.org for more info on the NYC chapter of the Association for Talent and Development.

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