PTC talk 4/9/14

Given by Dr. Rich Cober of Marriott“Leaving an I/O Footprint on

Business”

I/O Science –Practice Gap

• Science is a foundation; not a good source to solve issues

• Practice is a creative solution

• It has been 20 years since certain guidelines have been made for academia

Practice-Business Gap

• Business has the following:• Relevant solutions

• Connections and creative strategy

• Ability to navigate change

What works in the Business Environment

• Ask the right questions• Pattern recognition (data)• Imagination and creativity(unlock innovation)• Understanding Compensation/Finance• Be an open, rapid learner; build breadth• Leverage the experts, enlist assistance• Systems thinking

Continued

• Telling stories: communicate• With data, using strategies• Have impact-make your point

• Be a translator

• Get AND give feedback!

Recommendations

• Take a Finance class in grad school to understand compensation (how people are paid)

• Certifications available:• SPHR• Global HR