"Business is ultimately about people. Data must serve the needs of people, not the other way around."

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Data-Driven Leadership

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Data-Driven Leadership

Why Do You Need to Know Statistics?

"Data-Driven Leadership" by Steven Ouellette is a compelling guide for managers seeking to understand and harness the power of statistics in their decision-making processes. In a business world increasingly reliant on data, Ouellette offers a gentle introduction to statistical concepts for managers with limited statistical backgrounds.

The book makes a compelling case for why statistical knowledge is essential for managers, whether they aim to conduct analyses themselves or collaborate with data-driven team members. It is a timely reminder that, in many business situations, the need for statistical insights is more about 'little data' than 'big data.'

Using relatable scenarios involving a manager at a corn chip manufacturing company, Ouellette demystifies statistics by covering fundamental topics, including populations, statistics, sampling, measurement levels, and probability distributions. The book also guides readers in visually presenting data and performing statistical estimation, hypothesis testing, and analysis of variance.

"Data-Driven Leadership" equips managers with the foundational statistical knowledge needed to make informed decisions in today's data-driven business environment. It offers practical, real-world insights, making it an invaluable resource for managers at all levels, enabling them to lead confidently in an era where data is the key to success.

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