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What happens to HR when artificial intelligence changes the way we work?
In this episode of SpeakEasy HR, David Noe sits down with Cole Napper, a globally recognized leader, author, speaker, educator and practitioner in people intelligence, AI workforce transformation, people analytics and workforce strategy.
Cole is the world's first Chief People Intelligence Officer at HRBench and brings experience spanning Fortune 500 companies, venture-backed startups and some of the leading organizations in workforce intelligence. He is also the owner of Directionally Correct, LLC, host of the world’s leading people intelligence podcast and newsletter, and founder of the Data Driven HR Academy.
With a Ph.D. and M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Cole brings a unique perspective to one of the biggest questions facing HR today:
How can organizations use AI and data to make better decisions about their people without losing the human element?
David and Cole explore the rise of people intelligence, how AI is transforming the workforce, the growing importance of people analytics, workforce planning and talent intelligence, and what HR leaders need to understand as technology continues to reshape work.
The conversation also looks at what it means for HR professionals to move beyond traditional reporting and become strategic decision-makers who can connect people, data, AI and business strategy.
As AI continues to transform organizations, one thing remains clear: understanding people may become more important—not less.
Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation about the future of HR, AI and the growing role of People Intelligence.
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