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DR. SHARNA WIBLEN
Who’s Making Your Talent Decisions?
Talent decisions shape not just today, but the future of every organization. In her latest article, published in MIT Sloan Management Review, Sharna Wiblen challenges us to reflect on the often-hidden influence of technology—algorithms, vendors, and systems—on talent decisions. Are these frameworks designed to drive business outcomes? READ MORE >
Dr. Sharna Wiblen is a globally recognized thought leader and award-winning executive educator in talent management, technology, and the future of work. With a deep academic foundation and practical expertise, she researches and advises executives on strategically aligning talent, technology, and decisions for strategy execution.
New Book: ReThinking Talent Decisions
In ReThinking Talent Decisions, Sharna Wiblen presents an uncomfortable truth: Talent decisionsare always subjective. Drawing on examples from business, sports, movies and everyday interactions, Sharna emphasizes the importance of understanding complexity and encourages deliberate, intentional, and informed decisions and conversations around talent.
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