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Shonna D. Waters, Valerie Streets, Lindsay McFarlane, and Rachael Johnson‑Murray’s The Practical Guide to HR Analytics (2018) is a clear, hands-on roadmap for HR professionals aiming to harness data in real-world settings. It breaks down the analytics process—from formulating insightful business questions and building the case for analytics, to designing an HR analytics function and steering clear of common pitfalls. Packed with practical guidance, it teaches how to interpret key HR metrics, employ tools for data visualization and storytelling, and use evidence-based methods (like turnover analysis) to drive strategic decisions. The book demystifies technical jargon and offers templates, an appendix, and case-study examples to help practitioners move from insights to impact—empowering informed, data-driven HR.
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This engaging guide is tailored for HR professionals who want to harness the power of data—but aren’t statisticians. Through the journey of "Jen," an HR