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Data Career Podcast

By Avery Smith - Data Career Coach

The Data Career Podcast: helping you break into data analytics, build your data career, and develop a personal brand
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41: What I Wish I Knew...

Data Career PodcastFeb 22, 2022

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103: Conquering Your Fear of Becoming a Data Analyst w/ Erick Cuentas

103: Conquering Your Fear of Becoming a Data Analyst w/ Erick Cuentas

Mar 27, 202445:45
102: Exposing How Alex The Analyst Became a Data Analyst (And The Most Popular Data YouTuber)
Mar 21, 202431:36
101: Expert Data Analytics Panel Tells All (100th Episode Celebration)

101: Expert Data Analytics Panel Tells All (100th Episode Celebration)

The 100th celebration episode of the Data Career Podcast features a special panel interview conducted by Avery Smith with prominent data content creators, including Ken Jee, Monica Kay Royal, Richad Nieves-Becker, and Elijah Butler.

Recorded in Charleston, South Carolina, this milestone episode dives into personal experiences in the data field, the relationship with AI, favorite data learning resources, and interview tips.

The discussion provides a unique mix of backgrounds, offering perspectives on succeeding in data careers, the impact of AI, and the importance of continuous learning.


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๐Ÿค Connect with Richad Nieves-Becker

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โœ‰๏ธ Discover what we wish we knew about landing the dream job

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Timestamps:

(06:05) - Diving into the Panel: Introductions and Insights (09:33) - Exploring Favorite Data Tools and Facing AI Threats (16:58) - Learning Resources and Books for Aspiring Data Professionals (23:26) - Interview Tips: From Connection to Confidence


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Mar 13, 202427:36
100: Job Hunt OS Launch w/ Asa Howard

100: Job Hunt OS Launch w/ Asa Howard

Unlock the secret to job hunting success with JobHuntShortcut.com โ€“ land interviews without drowning in resumes, learn effective networking, and get $70 off today!


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Mar 06, 202422:35
99: Is a Data Analyst Bootcamp REALLY worth it? w/ Melissa Kings

99: Is a Data Analyst Bootcamp REALLY worth it? w/ Melissa Kings

This episode of the Data Career Podcast features Melissa Kings, a former teacher who transitioned into data analytics through the Data Analytics Accelerator bootcamp.

Melissa shares her journey, from deciding to switch careers to successfully landing job offers upon completing the bootcamp.

Melissa highlights the various aspects of the bootcamp, including doing projects, developing portfolios, involved networking, and the positive impact of the supportive community within the bootcamp.


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Timestamps: (04:58) - Melissa's Background and Transition into Data Analytics (11:16) - The Power of Networking and Proactive Job Hunting (18:29) - The Importance of Networking in Career Advancement (19:36) - The Journey Through the Data Analytics Accelerator Program (23:52) - The Value of Community in Learning and Career Transition (30:25) - The Impact of the Data Analytics Accelerator Program


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Feb 28, 202437:47
98: Day in the Life of a Data Analyst With Non-Technical Background w/ Paul Ahlstrom

98: Day in the Life of a Data Analyst With Non-Technical Background w/ Paul Ahlstrom

In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, Avery talks with his childhood friend, Paul Alstrom, about his journey into data analytics from a non-technical background.

Paul emphasises the importance of networking, understanding the business, and getting the requirements right at the start.

They also explore the day-to-day life of a data analyst, how to make yourself useful to the business, as well as how to manage senior stakeholders.


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Timestamps:

(14:31) - The Importance of Networking in Job Hunting (22:44) - Understanding User Behavior through Data (23:12) - The Role of SQL in Data Analysis (23:25) - Business Use Cases for Data Analysis (27:55) - The Art of Reporting in Data Analysis (29:14) - The Importance of Asking the Right Questions (31:17) - The Role of Communication in Data Analysis (31:46) - The Power of Iterative Analytics (39:47) - Understanding the Business Context in Data Analysis


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Feb 21, 202445:45
97: Winning with Data Science; A Handbook for Business Leaders w/ Akshayย Swaminathan

97: Winning with Data Science; A Handbook for Business Leaders w/ Akshayย Swaminathan

In this podcast episode, Avery talks with Akshay Swaminathan, co-author of the book 'Winning with Data Science: A Handbook for Business Leaders.

They discuss the vague terms often thrown around in the data science industry and underline the importance of understanding these terms in order to make effective business decisions.

Swaminathan highlights the need to leverage data science in healthcare and real estate.

The episode covers various aspects of data analysis, including prediction, association, and description.


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Timestamps:

(12:14) - The Value of Data Science in Business (14:57) - The Role of Data Science in Problem Solving (20:36) - Understanding the Difference Between Data Science and Data Analytics (25:39) - The Importance of Framing Business Questions for Data Science (30:48) - The Power of Meeting Business Needs with Data Science: A Real-Life Example (38:26 ) - The Limitations of Data Science


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Feb 14, 202445:32
96: What is Python & Why Should I Care? w/ Python Expert Michael Kennedy
Feb 07, 202449:37
95: Nick Desbarats: How to Create Effective Data Visualization
Jan 31, 202441:08
94: Positive Affirmations for Aspiring Data Analysts [Listen Daily]
Jan 24, 202408:27
93: I want to be a Data Analyst, but donโ€™t have experience

93: I want to be a Data Analyst, but donโ€™t have experience

In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, we include a variety of listener questions, shedding light on topics like the future of data engineering, requirements for becoming a data analyst, showcasing data cleaning proficiency in Excel, and securing data analyst internships.

Also discusses the significance of storytelling and views on Power BI versus Tableau & the impact of AI on data analysis roles.

Tune in now!


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Timestamps:

(02:10) - Whatโ€™s the future of data engineering in 2024? (03:06) - Do you need a degree to become a data analyst? (04:57) - How to showcase Excel skills? (07:22) - How to land data analyst internships? (10:10) - What are the main technical skills required to land your first data job? (14:40) - Have you worked with many teachers looking to make a career transition? (16:24) - How to get a data analyst job for people with no work experience? (25:13) - Can you suggest SQL and Excel videos for data analysis? (28:46) - Do you think the data analysis industry is saturated? (28:21) - Do you find data analysts transferring to becoming a data scientist or a data engineer?


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Jan 17, 202430:35
92: What is Linear Programming? (A Glimpse to What I Did as a Data Scientist at ExxonMobil)
Jan 10, 202436:09
91: If I Wanted to Become a Data Analyst In 2024, This is What I'd Do [FULL BLUEPRINT]
Jan 04, 202422:39
90: 2024 New Year Resolutions: 3 Things You Need to Become a Data Analyst
Dec 27, 202319:51
89 The Fastest Way to ACTUALLY Get Hired as a Data Analyst with NO Work Experience
Dec 20, 202347:57
88: How to Work with Recruiters as a Data Analyst ft. Hire-Fit
Dec 13, 202347:07
87: Becoming a Data Analyst with Elijah Butler
Dec 06, 202351:01
86: SQL Simplified: For Data Beginners
Nov 29, 202322:57
85: Landing a Job as an Immigrant w/ Daniel Botero
Nov 22, 202342:43
84: Presenting for Data Analysts w/ Hana M.K.
Nov 15, 202334:33
83: Building Data Analytics Projects w/ Matt Mike
Nov 08, 202343:06
82: Mastering Data Analytics with Excel w/ Matt Brattin
Nov 01, 202341:48
81: Zero to Data Analyst: Tim Beecherโ€™s Journey from Locksmith to Data
Oct 25, 202339:22
80: Become a Data Analyst in 90 Days
Oct 18, 202318:04
79: From Construction to Data Analytics (Jordan Temple's Story)
Oct 11, 202331:09
78: Data Consulting w/ Leon Gordon
Oct 04, 202336:21
77: Data Visualization Tips w/ Tableau Expert Andy Kriebel

77: Data Visualization Tips w/ Tableau Expert Andy Kriebel

Join me with Tableau expert Andy Kriebel about data visualization tips! ๐Ÿ“Š

Andy shares his expertise to help you level up your data skills, from creating purposeful dashboards to the power of dot maps.

Tune in now and take your data visualizations to the next level! ๐ŸŽง


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Timestamps:

(11:15) - When dealing with time series, your best friend is the versatile line chart ๐Ÿ“ˆ

(13:34) - Dive into dot maps for super-detailed visualizations ๐ŸŒ

(17:30) Want to compare rankings over time? Bump chart!๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ“ˆ

(21:10) Keep your graphs simple and spiced up with context๐Ÿ“‰

(26:45) Dashboards should tell a story; ensure they have a purpose and context to keep folks engaged. ๐Ÿ“‹๐Ÿ’ก

(34:27) Prepping for an interview? Be chatty, be prepared with your interviewers. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐Ÿค

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Sep 27, 202338:33
76: How We Use AI as Data Analysts w/ Luke Barousse
Sep 20, 202318:42
75: Want to be a Data Analyst? Learn These Skills w/ Luke Barousse
Sep 13, 202331:39
74: How to Ace The Data Science & Analytics Interview w/ Nick Singh
Sep 06, 202351:49
73: I Have Good News for Aspiring Data Analysts
Aug 30, 202319:14
72: What Is People Analytics? w/ Serena Huang
Aug 23, 202337:58
71: Get Hired as a Data Analyst w/ Hiring Manager Andrew Madson
Aug 16, 202330:47
70: Heโ€™s Hired 30 Data Analysts; Hereโ€™s What You Should Know
Aug 09, 202341:32
69: Skills, Networking, Portfolio: How Brad Yarbro Landed a Data Job
Aug 02, 202331:23
68: Difference between Data Science and Data Analytics

68: Difference between Data Science and Data Analytics

In this episode of Data Career Podcast, I explore Data Analytics vs Data Science, highlighting key differences and stress the fluidity between data science and analytics.
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Timestamps:
(00:56) - Predictive Analytics: Foreseeing the Future ๐Ÿ”ฎ๐Ÿ“ˆ
(01:43) - Diagnostic Analytics: Unraveling "Why" ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ”
(02:10) - Analytics in Book Sales ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“Š
(03:09) - Data Scientists: Masters of Prediction ๐Ÿง ๐ŸŽฏ
(03:56) - Decoding Data Analytics vs. Data Science ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ’ป
(05:26) - Gateway to Success: Landing a Data Job ๐Ÿšช๐Ÿ’ผ

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Jul 26, 202306:01
67: Hiring Managerโ€™s Secrets to Getting The Job as a Data Analyst w Megan McGuire

67: Hiring Managerโ€™s Secrets to Getting The Job as a Data Analyst w Megan McGuire

๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Curious about the mysterious hiring process of a data career? Find out how Megan McGuire narrows down candidates and assesses skills in the podcast. Get insider knowledge on code assessments, interviews, and what it takes to land the dream data role! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ“ˆ


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Timestamps:

(02:14) - The Value of Junior Analysts

(12:12) - Curiosity and Problem Solving in Data Analytics

(21:46) - Be the perfect candidate for specific company rather than a pretty good candidate

(24:15) - How drive, experience and upskilling set up interviewee success

(28:59) - Show off your skills with your Tableau Public or GitHub Profile

(36:53) - Rejections aren't necessarily your fault


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Jul 19, 202339:47
66: The Naked Truth about Data Careers w/ Data Manager Marijn Markus

66: The Naked Truth about Data Careers w/ Data Manager Marijn Markus

In this episode, Marijn Markus & I talked about what it is ACTUALLY like being in the data field, how he transitioned from social science to data science, & discuss some real-world data use cases.

Marijn also shared his experience managing data teams, what makes a good junior hire, why you might not need machine learning, & much, much more.

You donโ€™t want to miss this episode!


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Timestamps:

(4:40) - Diverse backgrounds matter for programming and stats! (17:42) - Model explanations matter for business (21:00)- The real reason why generative AI became big in December (25:24) - Focus on what you know, not what you don't know (30:14) - You can't control the interview session? Think again!

Jul 12, 202347:13
65: From Music Sheet to Spreadsheets: Erin Shinaโ€™s 90-Day Transformation from Music to Financial Data Analyst

65: From Music Sheet to Spreadsheets: Erin Shinaโ€™s 90-Day Transformation from Music to Financial Data Analyst

Join us as we interview my bootcamp student Erin Shina who recently pivoted her career from music therapy to a financial analyst role at Fortune 50 company Humana.

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Timestamps:

(2:49) - Hybrid work is the new norm, combining office and remote setups. ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ 

(6:00) - A supportive boss is crucial in advancing your data career. ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿš€

(9:00) - Music therapy offers a fulfilling career path in healthcare. ๐ŸŽตโš•๏ธ

(10:11) - Discover how the Data Analytics Accelerator helped Erin secure a data job. ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ”

(14:16) - Showcase your project effectively to increase your interview chances. ๐Ÿ“‚๐ŸŽฏ

(17:25) - Put extra effort into crafting an impactful resume. ๐Ÿ“„๐Ÿ’ช

(21:41) - Your current network could become a valuable referral for your next job opportunity. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”—


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Jul 05, 202332:04
64: Data Portfolios, Data Analyst Interviews, and Data Storytelling: Ask Me Anything
Jun 28, 202328:13
63: Iโ€™ve Taught 1,028 People Data Analytics (hereโ€™s what Iโ€™ve Learned)

63: Iโ€™ve Taught 1,028 People Data Analytics (hereโ€™s what Iโ€™ve Learned)

Over the past 5 years, Iโ€™ve taught 1000โ€™s about data analytics.

What have I learned as a teacher?

Where have I seen the most success?

Whatโ€™s the biggest secret to people who succeed?

In this episode, Iโ€™ll share it all :)


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Timestamps:

(3:30) Journey: Teaching data analytics full-time for the past year and a half. ๐Ÿ“Š

(8:58) Lesson: Skills alone aren't enough to land data jobs. ๐ŸŽ“

(13:06) Focus: Guiding students to low-barrier, rewarding data positions. ๐Ÿ”

(18:25) Success: Marketing, portfolio, and networking are crucial for data job seekers. ๐ŸŒŸ


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Jun 20, 202322:01
62: Unleash Your Data Superpowers with Dummy Projects

62: Unleash Your Data Superpowers with Dummy Projects

Unravel the secret sauce behind starting with dummy projects and paving your way to extraordinary success.

Come and join Avery answered Muhammadโ€™s question on how to get create good data portfolio, and how dummy projects are helpful for upskilling.


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Timestamps:

(5:06) - Stepping stone: Dummy projects lead to advancement. ๐Ÿ’ก

(6:20) - Explore: Find intriguing online project ideas. ๐ŸŒ

(6:45) - Learn: Embrace initial challenges for growth. โšฝ

(7:20) - Mindset: Start, improve, conquer data projects. ๐Ÿš€

(8:00) - Resources: YouTube, webinars, podcast - career boost.


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Jun 14, 202308:57
61: Inside My Data Bootcamp: A Sneak-Peak of the Data Analytics Accelerator [Members Only]

61: Inside My Data Bootcamp: A Sneak-Peak of the Data Analytics Accelerator [Members Only]

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Get ready for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes episode! ๐Ÿš€


Dive into our members-only content, where you'll learn and gain invaluable insights on the expectations, workings, and fantastic resources of our data career bootcamp.


Take advantage of this incredible opportunity!


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Timestamps:

(3:28) - ๐Ÿ—๏ธ Laying the Foundation: Build your data career from scratch!

(4:54) - ๐Ÿค Community Support: Join a like-minded community to land data jobs!

(7:10) - ๐ŸŽฏ Learn and Upskill: Master data at your own pace!

(9:20) - ๐Ÿ™Œ Stay Accountable: Achieve your data goals with our support!

(10:57) - โค๏ธ Love Data Work: Experience the thrill of working with data!

(11:52) - ๐ŸŒ Make an Impact: Change the world with the power of data!

(12:33) - ๐Ÿ’ฐ Lucrative Careers: Earn big with your data skills!

(12:46) - โฐ Flexible Work: Work on your terms!

(16:28) - ๐ŸŽฎ Project Power: Boost your skills with hands-on projects!

(21:57) - ๐Ÿค Network for Success: Unlock data job opportunities through networking!


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Jun 10, 202329:13
60: Underrated or Overrated with Shashank Kalanithi - AI, Power BI, Cold Messaging & More!
May 31, 202305:56
59: Will AI Replace Data Analysts?

59: Will AI Replace Data Analysts?

Will AI replace data analyst? Is it going to happen? Has it already happened?

In this episode, I wanted to dig into if I actually think that's going to be the case.


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Timestamps:

(01:00) - Brace yourself: AI has ARRIVED! ๐Ÿค–

(01:44) - Is your data analyst job in jeopardy? AI vs. Human Skills ๐Ÿ’ผ

(02:54) - The art of data analysis using AI ๐Ÿš€

(03:29) - AI is just a tool ๐Ÿงฎ

(04:01) - AI is just like Google ๐Ÿ”“

(05:55) - Job Security? Get good at AI ๐ŸŒŸ

(07:18) - Humans make decisions โœจ

(08:00) - Join the Ultimate Data Bootcamp! ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ’ช


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May 24, 202308:23
58: The Easiest Place To Land Your First Data Job

58: The Easiest Place To Land Your First Data Job

Your dream data job might be closer than you realize.
Don't overlook the hidden gem right in front of you: internal positions.
Landing an internal job is easier than going through the external route.

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Timestamps:
(0:00) - The Best Place to Land Your First Job
(2:58) - How I Landed My First Data Job
(7:11) - Your Company Has a Data Team?
(10:22) - Network Inside Your Company
(12:54) - Use data at your current position
(14:01) - Attend Data Events

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May 17, 202317:12
57: Want to Become a Data Analyst? Start here.

57: Want to Become a Data Analyst? Start here.

Wanna become a data analyst? Start here.
This is the most upvoted post in the r/datanalysis history, full of advice and a roadmap to becoming a data analyst.
Join me as I'm going to be diving into what their advice was and if I agree or disagree with it.

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Timestamps:
(0:52) - Do I need a degree?
(1:34) - Is Google Data Analytics Cert enough?
(3:39) - Will my degree help me?
(5:54) - What do I need to learn?
(8:07) - Do certifications matter?
(9:01) - Can I get a job right away?
(10:36) - Is having a degree is enough?
(11:41) - Build a strong foundation
(11:58) - Get hands-on experience
(12:21) - Build your network
(12:40) - Should You Get a CS Degree?
(13:09) - Should I learn Machine Learning
(13:54) - Build a portfolio
(14:31) - Create a personalized resume
(14:51) - Practice every day
(14:59) - Have the right attitude
(15:20) - Applying for the jobs
(16:13) - Be very patient

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May 10, 202318:29
I Just Had a Baby (Small Favor)

I Just Had a Baby (Small Favor)

My wife and I just had our first baby. Everyone is doing well. So Iโ€™m taking the week off to spend time with my amazing family. In the meantime, I would appreciate you leaving a rating for the podcast. The ratings & reviews help me stay motivated, as well as help others find the podcast. If youโ€™re on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the Data Career Podcast page and youโ€™ll find the spot to leave a rating a review. If youโ€™re on Spotify, you should see a rating with a star towards the top left of the page (below the podcast art). Click it and leave a rating. Iโ€™d love to hit 50 on each platform. Appreciate you listening & have a great week.
May 03, 202301:38
56: What is Data Project Club? And why should you join?

56: What is Data Project Club? And why should you join?

Stop being left behind by not building data project.

It can be intimidating to build a real-world data project alone.

But why be alone when you can be with us in the Data Project Club?

Come join me talking about cool Data Project Club, that can help you show your skills, build your project and expand your data network.


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โ€œ25OFFโ€ to get 25% off (first 50 members).


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Timestamps:

(1:00) - Projects Are The Cheat Code

(1:55) - Why data project are your career accelerator?

(3:37) - Show Your Skills > Tell Your Skills

(3:43) - Doing data projects is FUN!!!

(4:37) - Come join The Data Project Club

(5:51) - Practice. Build Connect.

(7:01) - My Bootcamp

(7:30) - Data Project Club Perks

(10:48) - Data Project Club Tiers

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Apr 26, 202315:15
55: Land Data Job With No Degree w/ Teshawn Black

55: Land Data Job With No Degree w/ Teshawn Black

If you find yourself in a situation where you don't have a college degree, I want you to know it is possible to land a data job.

In this episode, Teshawn Black shares his experience landing data contracts at Google & LinkedIn despite having no certifications.


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Teshawnโ€™s Links:

https://www.tiktok.com/@the6figureanalyst

https://app.mediakits.com/the6figureanalyst


Timestamps:

(6:29) - Providing value is KEY!
(10:49) - We donโ€™t have tomorrow, so live today
(13:43) - Understand what company looks for
(17:05) - Learn to communicate effectively
(19:14) - Working contract jobs is a blessing
(20:17) - Always market yourself
(22:33) - Ask the budget first
(25:07) - Is job security really SECURE?
(27:35) - We are all expendable
(29:32) - Focus on data cleaning & data manipulation
(30:42) - Donโ€™t skip Excel!


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Apr 19, 202335:37