Data-Backed Decision Making

Using data to help you reach a conclusion can lead to less indecision, more information, and ultimately, better outcomes. In this course, advisor and consultant Jim Sterne provides his guidance for driving a culture of data-backed decision making at your organization. Jim first explains key concepts around data as well as the concept of data literacy. He then reviews the obstacles to both obtaining data and achieving data literacy across an organization. Jim goes on to explore concepts of how data can be managed to achieve better decisions. Finally, Jim reviews his tips for structuring data and achieving decisions, both by using specific tools and by applying non-technical concepts.