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Directionally Correct, A People Analytics Podcast

Directionally Correct, A People Analytics Podcast

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Directionally Correct is the #1 people analytics podcast in the world. Hosted by Cole Napper, the podcast dives into people analytics, workforce planning, behavioral science, and talent intelligence, helping leaders navigate the future of AI in the workplace with insight and a dash of fun. To find out more, check out colenapper.comAll rights reserved by WRKdefined Ciencia Economía Gestión Gestión y Liderazgo
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  • Scott RETURNS for a Co-Host Reunion - Scott Hines - #166

    Scott RETURNS for a Co-Host Reunion - Scott Hines - #166
    Mar 30 2026
    Check out this episode of the #1 people analytics podcast with special guest, Scott Hines, Previous Co-Host of Directionally Correct! In this long-awaited reunion episode, Cole and Scott reconnect after Scott's time away from the mic, diving into a candid, wide-ranging conversation that blends humor, reflection, and sharp insight on the evolving world of work, technology, and people analytics. The discussion opens with Scott’s decision to step away from the podcast, driven in part by personal reflection following the loss of his mother and a reassessment of how he spends his time. What follows is an honest look at the hidden effort behind content creation, the opportunity cost of side projects, and the reality that even passion projects can become demanding commitments. As the conversation unfolds, the two explore how advances in AI are reshaping not just workflows, but the very nature of knowledge work itself. From fully automated academic research to AI-powered coding and reporting tools, they reflect on the accelerating pace of change and the tradeoffs that come with it, including the subtle erosion of foundational skills. At the same time, they wrestle with the paradox of wanting to stay current in a rapidly evolving tech landscape while avoiding the noise, hype, and constant distractions that come with it. This tension shows up in their discussion of digital minimalism, notification fatigue, and the idea of building a “command center” for life and work. The episode also revisits core people analytics topics, including the relationship between cognitive ability and personality, the nuances of assessment design, and the ongoing debate around prediction, fairness, and subgroup differences. Scott brings his signature analytical lens, while Cole connects these ideas back to real-world applications and the future of workforce strategy. They also touch on broader societal themes, from generational shifts in workplace behavior to the potential long-term impacts of pandemic-era disruptions on social and cognitive development. True to form, the episode mixes depth with levity. The duo riff on everything from the “Gen Z stare” to the absurdity of hyper-competitive pickleball, while also tackling more serious ideas like workplace surveillance, the changing nature of organizations in an AI-driven world, and whether academia should still be viewed as a calling or simply another job under pressure. Throughout, there’s a consistent thread: questioning assumptions, challenging norms, and trying to make sense of a world where the boundaries between human and machine capabilities are increasingly blurred. The episode closes on a high note with updates on Scott’s new role at HRBench and Cole’s continued growth of the podcast and broader ecosystem, signaling that while things evolve, the core mission of exploring people analytics and the future of work remains as strong as ever. If you like this episode, you’d also love exploring prior episodes—visit colenapper.com for the full archive and show links.
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    1 h y 10 m
  • AI Workforce Transformation at Salesforce & Work Intelligence - Neil Morelli - #165

    AI Workforce Transformation at Salesforce & Work Intelligence - Neil Morelli - #165
    Mar 23 2026
    Check out this episode of the #1 people analytics podcast with special guest, Neil Morelli, Senior Director, Human+AI Collaboration and Workforce Transformation at Salesforce! If you like this episode, go ahead and sign up for Neil’s newsletter People-first AI! In this wide-ranging and deeply engaging conversation, Cole Napper sits down with Neil to unpack one of the most important shifts happening in the workplace today: AI workforce transformation. Rather than treating AI as just another tool, Neil explains how organizations are now rethinking the very nature of work itself. At the center of this shift is a move away from focusing purely on “jobs” or “tasks” and toward understanding work as dynamic units of value creation, where humans and AI systems collaborate in increasingly complex ways. Neil shares how AI introduces what feels like a new category of “digital talent,” fundamentally changing how organizations think about workforce composition, productivity, and value delivery. This shift requires leaders to rethink not just roles, but how work is structured, measured, and optimized. The conversation explores how organizations are beginning to adopt more economic-style thinking—focusing on value-added work versus overhead—and how new forms of observability are making it easier to measure contributions from both humans and AI systems. A major theme throughout the episode is the importance of mental models and frameworks for working effectively with AI. Neil emphasizes that success with AI isn’t about mastering prompt engineering tricks, but about breaking down problems, structuring work intelligently, and even using AI to help design better workflows. This “use AI to use AI” mindset becomes a powerful way to scale both individual and organizational capability. The discussion also dives into the evolving role of people analytics and workforce planning. Neil and Cole highlight how traditional analytics must now integrate more deeply with workforce planning, economics, and business strategy. The future belongs to practitioners who can bridge quantitative rigor with qualitative understanding of skills, motivation, and human behavior. Importantly, the episode doesn’t shy away from the human side of transformation. Neil discusses the psychological barriers to AI adoption, including fear, reduced psychological safety, and misconceptions about value and performance. He underscores that leadership behavior is critical—when managers model AI usage and create supportive environments, adoption accelerates. Without that, even the best tools and mandates fall flat. The conversation also touches on experimentation, collaboration, and the evolving nature of expertise. While AI democratizes access to capabilities, Neil argues that domain expertise remains essential for judgment, validation, and accountability. As organizations navigate uncertainty, the ability to be “directionally correct” becomes more valuable than ever. Blending practical insights with forward-looking perspective, this episode offers a thoughtful exploration of how AI is reshaping work, organizations, and the role of human talent in 2026 and beyond. If you like this episode, you’d also love exploring prior episodes—visit colenapper.com for the full archive and show links.
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    1 h y 7 m
  • The REAL Conversation about People Analytics in LATAM - Maria Nolazco Masson and Paola Alfaro- #164

    The REAL Conversation about People Analytics in LATAM - Maria Nolazco Masson and Paola Alfaro- #164
    Mar 16 2026
    Check out this episode of the #1 people analytics podcast with special guests, Maria Nolazco Masson, People Operations, Analytics & Systems Senior Manager at IPSY & Paola Alfaro, Founder at HumanWorks! In this wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation, host Cole Napper explores what is really happening in the people analytics space across Latin America, the challenges professionals in the region face as the discipline matures, and why the future may be far brighter than many expect. Maria and Paola share firsthand perspectives from inside the rapidly evolving LATAM people analytics community. Rather than inheriting mature analytics infrastructures like many organizations in North America or Europe, many companies across Latin America are building the plane while flying it—creating people analytics capabilities from scratch while simultaneously educating leaders on the value of workforce data. The conversation highlights how professionals in the region are navigating limited resources, fragmented systems, and a lack of established data teams while still pushing the field forward. Maria reflects on her unconventional path into analytics, beginning with operational HR reporting and gradually evolving into deeper data work across systems, dashboards, and storytelling. She shares how her early career focused heavily on technical execution—pulling data, building charts, and automating reports—before she realized the real impact comes from translating numbers into narratives that influence decisions. Today, her focus is on helping organizations move beyond descriptive dashboards toward meaningful insights that actually shape business outcomes. Paola complements this perspective by discussing the realities of consulting with organizations that often lack the foundational data infrastructure required for analytics. Her work frequently begins not with optimization, but with education—helping leaders understand what data governance, data culture, and analytical thinking even look like in practice. She also discusses her early “aha moment” discovering people analytics as a discipline and how that experience shaped her mission to bring more structured analytics methodologies into HR across Latin America. Throughout the discussion, the group explores several themes shaping the future of the field: the growing influence of AI on analytics workflows, the importance of data governance as organizations scale their analytics capabilities, and the rising need for professionals who can translate insights into action. Maria and Paola both emphasize that while tools and automation are accelerating rapidly, human context, interpretation, and influence remain essential to turning data into impact. The episode also highlights the growing momentum of the LATAM people analytics community itself. Paola shares how regional leaders are building stronger networks, launching conferences, and creating communities where practitioners can collaborate, learn, and accelerate the adoption of workforce analytics practices across countries. This spirit of collaboration, adaptability, and curiosity may ultimately become Latin America’s greatest advantage as the field evolves globally. Along the way, the conversation touches on personal career growth, navigating impostor syndrome, building confidence with data, mentoring the next generation of professionals, and balancing technical expertise with the communication skills required to influence executives. Both guests bring thoughtful, candid perspectives on what it really takes to grow in a field that continues to reinvent itself. If you like this episode, you’d also love exploring prior episodes—visit colenapper.com for the full archive and show links.
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    1 h y 9 m
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