Leading with Insight: Managing and Motivating People Using Data, Evidence, and Insights

In this inaugural episode, we explore how local government leaders can harness the power of data, evidence, and insights to better manage and motivate their teams. Our guest, Kevan Collier, Strategic Learning and Organisational Development Lead at North West Employers, shares his expertise on using people analytics to drive performance, foster engagement, and build a culture of continuous improvement. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of data-driven leadership in the public sector, and how to balance human insight with hard evidence.Listeners will walk away with practical strategies for:Using data to understand workforce needs and behavioursAligning organisational development with strategic goalsCreating a culture of trust and transparency through evidence-based decision-making