HRchat Podcast Combining Science and Analytics to Achieve Better Talent Outcomes w/ Dr Shreya Sarkar-Barney, Human Capital Growth
Apr 23, 2019
Dr. Shreya Sarkar-Barney, founder and CEO of Human Capital Growth, combines science with HR to revolutionize talent management. She explains how evidence-based practices enhance hiring and training, moving away from traditional methods. Shreya highlights the dangers of 'hopium' in HR, advocating for data-driven decisions that boost employee engagement and productivity. Her insights aim to cultivate a nurturing workplace environment, ultimately leading to better organizational outcomes. Don’t miss her upcoming talk at DisruptHR San Francisco!
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Use Data To Drive HR Impact
- Use science and analytics to identify HR investments that truly move business outcomes.
- Look beyond traditional solutions and tailor approaches based on data to maximize impact.
Closing Revenue Gaps With HR
- At Dendrite, Shreya helped close a revenue gap in two quarters by using evidence-based HR practices.
- Focusing on hiring profile, training, and onboarding, they moved the needle on performance effectively.
HR Needs Evidence-Based Decisions
- Many HR decisions rely on heuristics instead of rigorous evidence, leading to missed opportunities.
- HR often isn't involved early enough to define problems properly, limiting effective solutions.