The Effective Statistician - in association with PSI

One Thing You Need As A Leader, That Is Not A Skill But A Choice

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Linear Mixed Models - A Refresher And Introduction

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 4+1 Phases Of Learning

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we merge the worlds of statistics, leadership, and personal growth. I am eager to navigate the "4+1 phases of learning" with you tod...

Retention Of People: How To Keep Your Statisticians - As A Supervisor

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Benjamin and I dive into the critical issue of retaining key team members, especially now that he has earned his promotion to Glob...

Global vs Local

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered about the complexities that arise within pharmaceutical companies due to the division between global and local operations? Why...

How To Learn And Get Better On Your Influencing Skills

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it takes to truly influence others and lead effectively, regardless of your role or expertise? Are you ready to unlock yo...

Obsession About Bias

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever considered that bias might not be as detrimental as it's often portrayed? What if the quest for precision in your estimates could actual...

Aspects of Placebo Response

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what really happens when patients receive a placebo in clinical trials? Do you think of placebo as just a sugar pill with no r...

Data Visualisation - A Great Topic For Building Your Reputation

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's short Friday episode, I talk about into a topic close to my heart—one that I've repeatedly leveraged to enhance my reputation: data visua...

The 5 Dysfunctions Of A Team

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found yourself frustrated by the dynamics within your team, wondering why certain dysfunctions seem to persist despite your best efforts...

Why To Be A Volunteer And How To Become One Within The Effective Statistician Community

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm diving into the world of volunteering within the statistical community. Have you ever wondered why you should volunteer your time and skil...

Help Your Company Know What It Knows Part 2

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I guide you through our continued journey into the intricacies of corporate data handling and personal professional value. Building o...

Mastering the Art of Learning: From Novice to Expert in BI Training

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I embark on a riveting exploration of the intricate journey of learning and personal development. But what exactly are the four pivo...

Introduction to Personalized Medicine Part 2

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Thomas Debray and I dive back into the intriguing world of personalized medicine. We explore the advancements, and hurdles in custom...

Two Types of Leadership and How They Relate to Each Other

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dive into a topic that's often muddled in misconceptions: leadership. You see, when we talk about leadership, there's usually a de...

How To Leverage Data Beyond Medical Data?

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Selena and I embark on an enlightening journey through the complexities of data management and strategy implementation. We delve int...

Typical Challenges in Outsourcing and How to Overcome Them

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone is outsourcing all the time and it surely comes with challenges and opportunities. If you struggle - either on being on the sponsor or the ...

Where's Motivation Coming From? For You And Your Colleagues

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dive into the intricacies of motivation, examining its sources and implications for individuals and teams alike. Throughout this d...

What Should You Expect When Outsourcing NMAs?

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this discussion led by Thomas Debray, various challenges and considerations regarding the conduct of network meta-analysis (NMA) were thoroughly ex...

Why you sometimes need to put your marketing hat on

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am diving into a topic that might seem a bit unexpected for us number crunchers: marketing. Yes, you heard it right! But before yo...

The Effective Statistician Academy: Call For Trainers!

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am opening doors to expanding the Effective Statistician Academy’s community of experts and I hope you can be part of this journey. The virtual w...

You're not paid for your performance. But for your perceived value!

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest episode, we delve into a crucial aspect of professional success that often goes overlooked: understanding and leveraging your perceived...

Introduction To Personalized Medicine Part 1: Exploring the Future of Healthcare

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Effective Statistician Podcast! In this episode, Thomas and I explore the fascinating realm of personalized medicine, a field poi...

My Learnings From Organising The 2nd Conference Of The Effective Statistician - Part 1

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special episode! I dive into the heart of organizing successful conferences within our community. I share here invaluable insights and r...

SAS and Open-Source - How They Integrate and Other News From SAS

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This new episode of The Effective Statistician presents the promising possibilities of revolutionizing healthcare analytics with SAS. The fusion of tr...

What You Can Expect from The Effective Statistician Conference and More News

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I delve into an exciting event – the second conference of The Effective Statistician. With nearly 600 registrations already pouring in, antic...

Structural Equation Models

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Christian Geiser and I embark on a journey to uncover the complexities and applications of SEMs, a statistical method that often flie...

Order Your Projects by Impact and Effort

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you're managing multiple projects, deciding where to focus your energy can be challenging. This is because not every project offers the same envi...

Why You Should Attend The Effective Statistician Conference!

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m super excited about the upcoming conference of The Effective Statistician February 13/14/15th 2024. In this episode, I cover what has changed fr...

Help Your Company Know What It Knows Part 1

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt like your organization is drowning in data, but no one really knows where to find what they need? What if I told you there's a simple, yet ...

Does Your Company Know What It Knows?

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Freedom Compass - A Tool to Guide Your Career, Goals, and Team

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Become A Change Agent and Influence the Industry

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found yourself frustrated by the lack of accessible and understandable evidence when making critical health decisions for yourself or yo...

The 5 Why's for Launch and Lifecycle Statistics

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Delegation Based on the Situational Leadership Model

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you hesitant about delegation due to perceived time constraints and potential pitfalls? Ever wondered about the different scenarios of delegation ...

What Will Happen in 2024

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step into the festive spirit with me in this special Christmas episode, where I warmly wishes you all, my listeners, a joyous holiday season and refle...

Estimands for Repeated Continuous Outcomes

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we define estimates effectively? What challenges arise in estimating treatment policy, particularly in the context of missing data and patient ...

What is the ASAP and what you should know about it

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about aggregate safety assessment planning? Whether you’re an experienced statistician or just starting out in the field, your wor...

Trends That Will Have an Increasing Impact on Our Work

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to dive into the future of statistical work in drug development? Are large language models like ChatGPT the future of data analysis? How...

Luck Equals Opportunities and Preparation

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered about the real factors that contribute to success in statistics? Is it just luck, or is there something more to it? In this e...

Estimands in Observational Studies

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered about the intricate connections between observational studies and the Estimand framework in the pharmaceutical industry? How do the cha...

Be Aware About the Stories You Tell Yourself!

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I embark on a personal and insightful journey with Mirjam Sandlos, not just a business coach but my personal guide in breaking men...

Why and How to Set Goals for You and Your Team

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Building an R community - Learnings from AZ

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode, I and Guillaume Desachy delve into the world of R and its impact on the pharmaceutical industry. Guillaume, a Statistical Science...

What is Strategy

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional development, I've noticed that the term "strategy" is frequently thrown around, often without a clear u...

From Ethics Guidelines to Implementing Ethical Statistics

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This time, I'm engaging in a conversation with Katharina, and I must say I'm thrilled to explore more on the topic of ethical statistics. In our previ...

Sketching Your Career and Creating a Strategy

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Defining Clinical Trial Estimands: A Practical Guide for Study Teams with Examples including Regulatory Buy-in

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is an extraordinary episode that takes us deep into the world of modern pharmaceutical research. Today, we are embarking on a captivating journe...

Cross-Over Studies: When Do They Offer a Great Advantage?

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm thrilled to dive into a topic that has been untouched in the past 300 episodes - crossover studies. It's a classical design that offers unique adv...

Do You Still Negotiate About Numbers of Tables?

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the intricate world of statistics organizations, a common challenge often arises: how to balance increasing cost pressures while maintaining the qu...

Risk Mitigation for Statisticians

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I discuss the crucial topic of risk management in clinical trials with guest Jess Thompson. Jess, the founder of the Association o...

Ethical Guidelines for Statisticians - Why and What

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I interview Katharina Schueller, a statistician and entrepreneur, to discuss the importance of ethical guidelines for statisticians. ...

Working in an Under-Resourced Environment and What to Do

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The modern working environment is defined by endless to-do lists, tight deadlines, and the expectation to do more with less. As employees struggle to ...

Moving from SAS to R - Practical Tips Part 3

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the third and last part of Moving from SAS to R where Thomas joined us again to talk about transitioning from SAS to R. We also discuss th...

Moving from SAS to R - Practical Tips Part 2

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is the second part of Moving from SAS to R with Thomas. We also discuss the new SAS to R course of The Effective Statistician and you’...

Moving from SAS to R - Practical Tips Part 1

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The use of R in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry has been increasing over the years, with larger companies like Roche adopting it as their p...

The 15% Threshold in Germany and Why You Should Care

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The healthcare industry is constantly developing, and with it come new regulations and guidelines that businesses must adhere to. One regulation that ...

What Young Statisticians and Likely Others Expect from Their Management

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The field of statistics is constantly growing and evolving, and with it, the expectations of young statisticians towards their management are also cha...

Do You Waste Your and Your Teams Time Without Knowing It? 3 Case Studies and One Reason

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Plan B - Preparing for Getting Laid Off

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Losing a job is never an easy experience. It can be especially challenging when it happens unexpectedly. Unfortunately, layoffs are a reality for many...

Behind the scenes of The Effective Statistician

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasts have become a popular form of media for sharing information, telling stories, and building an audience. But have you ever wondered what goes ...

Myths About Leadership You Shouldn't Believe

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You have to be extroverted to be a leader.  Only if you have employees are you a leader. Either you have it or you don't. Leaders have a natural gi...

Three Things to Learn About Yourself That Will Make a Huge Difference

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Personal growth is an integral part of every individual’s life. It is a continuous process of self-improvement, learning, and self-discovery. As a s...

Taking Out the Pain of Paperwork: How Sponsors and Small Businesses and Individual Experts Work Smoothly Together

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Transcript [00:00:00] Alexander: Welcome to a new episode of The Effective Statistician, and today I'm super excited to talk with Sheila about her pr...

Driving Statistical Innovation - Barriers And Strategies Part 2

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of this series, we explored the perspectives on commercializing statistical inventions, leveraging external resources, collaboration, and se...

Driving Statistical Innovation - Barriers And Strategies Part 1

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Statistical innovation is vital in the pharmaceutical industry as it drives evidence-based decisions and brings value to patients. However, it require...

Your Compound Through the Eyes of the Competition

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In any industry, staying competitive and relevant requires a constant focus on innovation and the ability to communicate effectively with customers. I...

Do You Still Focus on SAS Alone?

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a statistician, you're likely already familiar with SAS and the value it brings to data analysis. But in this ever-evolving world of data science, ...

Framework for Estimating Policy Estimands

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the world of statistics, information can sometimes be missing in data sets, leading to a challenge in understanding how well treatments may work. P...

Beyond Regulatory and HTA Success: Reaching Physicians and Patients

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Statisticians play a significant role in the clinical development of pharmaceutical products and medical devices. Their primary focus is to design and...

Interpretable Machine Learning

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Interpretable machine learning (IML) is rapidly gaining popularity in the data science community. It offers a new way to build and interpret models th...

Simulations - Your Most Powerful Study Design Tool

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to clinical trial design, there are many challenges to overcome, including recruitment, protocol design, and data analysis, among others...

PSI Book Club - Dare To Lead Review

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's highly competitive work environment, developing leadership skills such as vulnerability and empathy can mean the difference between success...

Introduction to Clivoffective

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The field of statistics is rapidly growing, and statisticians play an important role in providing a competitive advantage to companies. However, findi...

Killer Statistician

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the field of statistics, we need specific skills necessary for being successfull. Debarshi Dey, currently the head of the Statistics and Programmin...

How To Get Our Statistics Community to the Next Level

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We statisticians have always been important for brining new therapies to patients. We design experiments, analyze and interpret data to provide valuab...

5 Reasons for Career Failure

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a statistician or data scientist looking to excel in your career and make an impact in the healthcare industry? Today's episode is inspired b...

Announcing The Effective Statistician Academy

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a statistician, data scientist, or programmer looking for quality training opportunities that will help you advance your career, you might w...

Setting Expectations - an Art and a Science

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What strategies do you use in your work as a statistician to ensure successful outcomes? How do you set expectations with stakeholders when tackling a...

How to Avoid Bad Quality from Programmers and Data Management

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As statisticians, we rely on good quality from programmers and data management. And if you talk to your colleagues, everybody has a story about a poor...

Bayesian Approaches in Early Clinical Research

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What knowledge gaps exist regarding the implementation of these new analytical techniques, and how can statisticians and data scientists bridge them t...

Why is it impossible to have a great standard data visualization?

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For years, creating data visualizations has frustrated statisticians, data analysts and data scientists. Software - especially SAS - hasn't been grea...

One-armed observational studies: fake science?

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been considering a one-armed observational study?  As a statistician, it is important to understand the various types of studies that are u...

RCT Duplicate

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The world of healthcare continues to change, and it’s important to keep up with the latest advances in technology and research. That’s why I'm exc...

Deep Work

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking with Rachel Tham, a principal statistician, about a book that has been incredibly impactful in both of our lives—Deep Work. We dis...

The Single Arm Studies and What are the Alternatives?

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why are companies often running single arm studies in development?  What are the potential drawbacks and why is it not a binary choice between full c...

3 Steps to Make Your Research More Reproducible

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Reproducible research is a key part of research in the pharma industry. It allows for transparency, understanding, and accuracy in the research proce...

What will be the role of health economics in the future EU HTA?

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a statistician working in the pharmaceutical industry and never got in touch with economic modelling and network meta-analyses? Then you shoul...

Future implications of EU HTA and how Next Gen get involved

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All statisticians in the Pharmaceutical Industry will be impacted by the new EU HTA regulation. Activities around HTA submissions will happen earlier ...

The Recent Alzheimer Story - an absolute low for the industry and especially for statisticians

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is the role of estimands in the EU HTA?

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re a statistician working in a regulatory setting, you’re probably familiar with estimands as a way to frame the clinical question of inter...

The first conference of The Effective Statistician

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a statistician, data scientist, or healthcare specialist looking for the perfect conference to attend? The Effective Statistician Conference ...

What is EU HTA and why should statisticians care?

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a statistician, have you ever wondered—why are statistical analyses for HTA dossiers differ from those in regulatory dossiers? Aren’t they both...

What is the ASAP and what you should know about it

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about aggregate safety assessment planning? Whether you’re an experienced statistician or just starting out in the field, your work...

6 Problems Around Creating Data Visualisations

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone can create a data visualization but not everyone can create a data visualization that is effectively communicating the data – and this is wha...

What You Can Expect in 2023 From Me

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A few days from today, it will be Christmas already and I am sure you are very thrilled to get ready for Christmas! And it's almost time for another...

Leadership Characteristics of Exceptional Leaders

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to be a more effective statistician? Do you have what it takes to be an effective leader in your organisation? Many people think that str...

Why you should be more active on LinkedIn

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the advantages of being active on LinkedIn? How can you find the right career opportunity on this social site? How can increasing your networ...

First mover advantage and how it applies to statistics

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why is it important for a statistician to take the culture of the first mover advantage on a more personal level? How do the first-mover advantages he...

By country analyses for clinical trials and observational studies

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How could differences between countries affect the elements that are included in statistical research? How could studies with such a diverse sample fr...