PMI Carolina Virtual Meeting - The data shouldn’t lie: A philosophical defense of narrative integrity
Topic:
In today’s business world, everyone is an analyst, and everyone wrestles with confirmation bias. Too often, we craft a story first and cherry-pick or manipulate data to support it. But what if we reversed that process and let the data lead? Drawing on thinkers like Socrates, Descartes, Kuhn, Paley, and the American Pragmatists, this session explores how philosophical tools can help us resist bias and craft narratives with integrity.
- Identify common patterns of bias in data interpretation and decision making.
- Apply philosophical frameworks (e.g., Socratic Inquiry, Cartesian Doubt, Pragmatism) to combat confirmation bias in yourself and others.
- Evaluate real-world cases where confirmation bias led to flawed outcomes.
Speaker: Jeremy Post
Jeremy Post began his career on the open road, transforming his trajectory from a truck driver to a leading expert in data analytics and business intelligence. After his early days behind the wheel, he applied his tenacity and knack for technology to climb the ranks in the logistics industry.
Overcoming academic struggles early in life, Jeremy returned to college at age 40 and maintains a perfect GPA. A dedicated runner and coach, he lost over 160 pounds and went on to complete marathons and ultramarathons. His personal motto, "Leave it better" guides everything he does.
Today, Jeremy blends technical expertise with powerful storytelling as a public speaker and enjoys sharing his journey from transportation to tech and inspiring others to rise above challenges and pursue transformation.
