Building Business Acumen – The 5 Business Drivers
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A session in this conference ends more than 10 days after the conference! Some sessions may not appear properly in My Session Planner.Research published in Harvard Business Review found that 95% of employees are unaware of or do not understand their company's strategy. Our own research has found that the vast majority of employees, 90%, don't understand important business metrics. The results are workforces that are unaligned and disengaged. Here's the good news, as an HR leader, you're in a unique position to step up and solve this problem. In this session, you'll be introduced to a simple framework that will help you understand how your company makes money and how to make better HR decisions that support your business.
Learning Objectives:
- Know what your CEO and CFO wish you'd talk more about.
- Identify the 5 Business Drivers that shape every company's strategic plan.
- Commit to three steps to link your people and profit strategies.
In-person session offerings are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kevin Cope

Kevin Cope is the #1 Wall Street Journal and New York Times bestselling author of Seeing the Big Picture: Business Acumen to Build Your Credibility, Career, and Company. A renowned trainer and speaker, Kevin has spent the last 25 years working with top organizations including 30 Fortune 50 companies. His 5 Business Drivers model and ideas, shared with millions through his book, articles, and courses, have been praised for being relevant and actionable; they help you come to the table prepared.
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