On this week’s episode of Making Better Decisions, host Ryan Sullivan, sits down with Stephanie Dean, culture builder and idea advocate! Stephanie shares her experiences from her time at Clorox, highlighting her role in analytics enablement, the Digital Leadership Forum she initiated, and the emphasis on creating a culture where analytics is accessible to everyone. Ryan and Stephanie explore the significance of understanding data models, the psychology behind dashboard design, and the transformational impact of data accessibility on businesses. It’s an enlightening episode you don’t want to miss! 

Takeaways:

• Encourage a culture where analytics is seen as a tool for everyone, not just data scientists. This involves providing training and resources that make analytics approachable for all employees.
• Adopt initiatives like the Digital Leadership Forum that prioritize continuous learning and skill development in analytics. This helps in keeping the workforce updated with the latest in data analytics and decision-making.
• Leaders should take the initiative to understand and then simplify the concept of data models for their teams. This can be achieved through workshops, seminars, or even informal discussions that break down data models into understandable segments.
• Use analytics not just as a reporting tool but as a cornerstone for all major decision-making processes. This involves integrating analytics into daily operations and strategic planning sessions.
• Work towards creating an infrastructure where data is easily accessible to all employees, ensuring that decision-making is not bottlenecked by data silos.

Quote of the Show:

• “Analytics is for everybody. It’s not just for super smart people.” - Stephanie Dean

Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-dean-732a24/ 

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