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In this heartfelt episode of Directionally Correct, join hosts Cole & Scott as they delve into a personal journey of grief and healing. Scott opens up about the recent passing of his mother, sharing the profound impact it has had on his life and the unexpected support he's received from friends and colleagues.

Amidst the personal reflections, the hosts explore a range of topics, including the value of corporate offsites, the dynamics of remote versus distributed teams, and the ever-relevant discussion of how to show value in people analytics. They also touch upon the importance of maintaining a balance between personal and professional identities in the workplace.

As Thanksgiving approaches, the conversation shifts to gratitude and the nuances of family gatherings, offering insights into how political diversity can affect the duration of Thanksgiving dinners. The episode wraps up with a dive into recent studies on motivation, toxic work climates, and the impact of political endorsements on scientific credibility.

This episode is a reminder of the importance of connection, gratitude, and understanding in both personal and professional realms. Tune in for an engaging and introspective discussion that blends personal stories with thought-provoking research.

Performance vs motivation meta analysis

Using oversampling and rebalancing for imbalanced datasets

Asch’s conformity experiment with LLMs