Learn people analytics

Everything you need to learn people analytics and become a master at HR data and reporting.

Span of Control

Research shows every 10 additional direct reports increases turnover 1.6%. Learn the span of control formula, see benchmarks by role type, and find your org's sweet spot.

Headcount Growth

Companies growing headcount 15%+ need this metric dialed in. Learn the formula, see a worked example, and benchmark your growth rate against your industry.

Voluntary Departures

Voluntary departures are employee-initiated exits. Learn what they are, how to calculate the rate, industry benchmarks, and why HR must track this metric.

Involuntary Departures

Learn what involuntary departures are, how to calculate involuntary departure rate, and why it matters as a core HR metric. Includes formula, example, and data requirements.

Fixed Costs

Learn what fixed costs are, how they apply to HR and the workforce, and how to calculate them using annual pay data. Includes formulas, examples, and best practices.

Quarterly Business Review

Learn what a quarterly business review (QBR) is and how HR leaders can use it to connect people data to business results. Includes structure, metrics, and prep tips.

Average Pay

Learn what average pay means, how to calculate it, and why it matters. Includes formula, example, and insights for HR and finance professionals.

Benefits Cost for Employees

U.S. employers spend ~$15/hr on benefits, about 30% of total compensation. Learn what's included, the formula, 2025 benchmarks by industry, and how to optimize.

Revenue per Employee

The average revenue per employee across all industries is ~$350K. See 2025 benchmarks by sector, the formula, worked example, and how HR uses this metric.

Employee Turnover

Learn what employee turnover is, how to calculate it, and why it matters. This guide includes formulas, examples, and strategies to reduce attrition.

Employee Net Promoter Score

What is employee net promoter score (eNPS)? Learn how to calculate it, why it matters, and how HR teams can use it to improve retention and engagement.

Employee Retention Rate

Learn what employee retention rate is, how to calculate it, and why it matters. This guide includes the formula, examples, and insights for HR professionals.

Cost of Turnover

Learn how to calculate the cost of turnover, why it matters, what data you need, and how it impacts business outcomes. Includes formula and real-world examples.

Value Creation Plan

A value creation plan is the strategic blueprint PE firms use to grow portfolio company value. Learn what's in one, how it's built, and what it means for HR.

What Is People Analytics?

Learn what people analytics is, how it works, and why it matters. This in-depth guide covers types, benefits, use cases, tools, and how HR teams can get started.