#115 - Dr. Sandra Loughlin - The Data, Tasks, & Skills Needed for a Skills-Based Future

Help support the podcast: We are a listener supported podcast. By becoming a patron you will help us cover the costs of producing and distributing our podcast, while getting special premium access to the hosts. Please become a patron of Directionally Correct by going here: https://patron.podbean.com/directionallycorrect In this exciting episode of Directionally Correct, hosts Cole and Scott welcome Dr. Sandra Loughlin, Chief Learning Scientist at EPAM Systems, to explore a range of fascinating topics. Dive into the world of people analytics and discover how it can be leveraged to maximize organizational efficiency and personal growth. Listen as Dr. Laughlin shares her insights on the human microbiome, a realm where gut health meets mental health, and the pivotal role it plays in our lives. Transitioning from academia to industry, Dr. Loughlin unveils her journey and passion for learning sciences. Hear her thoughts on the skills-based movement taking over HR landscapes, her love-hate relationship with traditional training, and how to truly measure learning success. Along the way, there are intriguing exchanges about crypto adventures, the perils of over-reliance on AI, and even the unique art of poop transplants! This episode promises a thrilling blend of expert opinions, light-hearted banter, and cutting-edge discussions that will keep you both educated and entertained. Returns to face-to-face interactions Personality disorders as predictors of counterproductive work behaviors A meta-analysis of career hurdles