Talent Optimization

Business is full of buzz words. Big data. Contextual marketing. Corporate synergy. Growth hacking. Hyperlocal. These words conjure up shades of a used car salesman. The sad aspect of this is that most of these terms have real value for those looking to grow in the ever-changing business landscape. For example, big data truly is, […]

The words, “manager,” and “future,” invariably go hand in hand. For many managers, the first few words of their job title include something relating to the future. “Long-Term Projects Manager,” “Hiring Manager,” and “Sales Manager,” all include some form of glass-ball seeking outlook. So, for any manager with even a little bit of prospective abilities, […]

There is one form of risk that transcends income levels, industries, and experience, while simultaneously affecting every business, sports team, club, or academic program in the same way. That factor is people. A bad coach can lose a game, a poorly chosen club president can lead an organization down the wrong path, and a mis-hire […]

The Predictive Index®, with an investment of $50 million from General Catalyst, created the Talent Optimization category. The concept behind Talent Optimization is a simple framework enabling companies to align their business strategy, with its people strategy, for optimal results. With this came a new look, new insights, new coaching guides, new interview questions, and […]

In 1899, the Winton Motor Carriage Company created the world’s first transport vehicle. The first companies to utilize this new machine had a competitive advantage over other companies that still used trains to transport their goods, as a truck could reach remote rural areas and become the sole supplier. When the Xerox Alto came out […]

Predictive Analytics Market Projected to be Worth $24 Billion by 2025 Businesses want to see results. The best method a business can use to mitigate risk and guarantee maximum returns is through the use of predictive analytics. Being able to utilize data through machine learning and predictive modeling allows businesses to make decisions which improve […]