Join me in this week's episode as I share real success stories from participants in the Data Analytics Accelerator program. 🧑🏽‍🎓

These are REAL stories from REAL people like you, going through their journey. Some of their wins are big like data analyst job offers. Others are small and just include posting on LinkedIn or reaching out to a recruiter.

Featuring tips on resume and LinkedIn profile optimization that led to interviews and job offers, proving that small changes can make a big impact in your data career journey—tune in now!

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Timestamps:

(02:55) - 📊 The Job Market is HARD.

(04:58) - 💼 Story 1: Interviews

(7:33) - 👩‍💻 Story 2: Quick Wins

(09:25) - 💌 Story 3: Cold Messaging

(10:36) - 💰 Story 4: Senior Job Offer

(13:40) - 🚀 Story 5: Small Wins

(14:37) - 🎓 Story 6: Job Offer

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Want to know what it takes to land your dream data analytics job?

Dr. Serena Huang, an ex-PayPal Analytics Executive, spills the beans and shares invaluable tips on standing out in the hiring process. 🫘

She also discusses what People Analytics is & how to learn more.

Whether you're a new grad or a seasoned professional looking to make a career transition, this episode has got you covered!

Tune in now and unlock the possibilities. 🎧

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🤝 Linkedin

🌐 Website

⏯️ Linkedin People Analytics Course I

⏯️ Linkedin People Analytics Course II

Timestamps:

(04:58) - 🚀 What is People Analytics

(17:09) - 🌟 Keys to getting hired in data

(25:06) - 📊 What makes a good data team

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In this episode, Andrew Madson, an experienced data analytics professional & hiring manager, shares valuable insights and tips on transitioning into the field of data analytics. 💠

We discussed what ACTUALLY gets you hired, how to make good data projects, & how to pivot into the data field.

Whether you're just starting your data career journey or looking to make a pivot, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧

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Timestamps:

(03:46) - 📈 The Surprising Skill You Need

(13:20) - 🎙️ Make Your Data Projects Clear

(20:28) - 🔍 Data Skills You Should Know

(29:11) - 🌐 Networking: Your Gateway to Career Success!

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Join me and the man who has interviewed 300 data analysts, Jesse Morris, in this episode as we discuss what it is like to get hired as a data analyst.

Throughout the episode, Jesse imparts golden nuggets of wisdom, shedding light on what employers seek in prospective candidates, why being a data analyst is awesome, and what tools you should use along the way.

Tune in now! 🎧

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Timestamps:

(05:53) - The Data Analyst Hiring Process 💎

(17:48) - Attitude, passion, & communication > Technical Skills 😎

(25:03) - Things you can do to stand out in the job hung 📈

(31:44) - Volunteering for a non-profit can help you land a job 🤝

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In today's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing the incredible Brad Yarbro, a senior data scientist at Protective Life. 🎙️

His journey from an economics student to a data professional is beyond inspiring.

Listen and get inspired to kickstart your own data career! 📊💼

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Timestamps:

(05:18) - 🌟 Gain Work Experience: Opportunities for Students!

(12:18) - 💼 From Analyst to Supply Chain Guru: A Journey

(16:37) - 📊 Data Pros Unite: Meet the Data and Business Teams

(22:06) - 📸 Quality Analysis with Cutting-Edge Tech in Defense

(29:12) - 💡 Data Career Advice: Networking Leads to Success

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🕵️‍♂️ Curious about the mysterious hiring process of a data career?

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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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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 don’t want to miss this episode!

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Timestamps:

(4:40) - Diverse backgrounds matter for programming and stats!

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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. 💼🏠

(6:00) - A supportive boss is crucial in advancing your data career. 👩‍💼🚀

(9:00) - Music therapy offers a fulfilling career path in healthcare. 🎵⚕️

(10:11) - Discover how the Data Analytics Accelerator helped Erin secure a data job. 📊🔍

(14:16) - Showcase your project effectively to increase your interview chances. 📂🎯

(17:25) - Put extra effort into crafting an impactful resume. 📄💪

(21:41) - Your current network could become a valuable referral for your next job opportunity. 🌐🔗

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In this episode, Avery took a unique approach by going live on LinkedIn and letting the audience ask any question they wanted.

Join us as we dive deep into Avery's insights and practical tips to help you navigate the world of data.

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Timestamps:

(3:09) - What should I have on my portfolio?

(05:24) - How to build a project?

(06:11) - How to stay organized?

(07:08) - Starting w/ Data Science Projects

(16:00) - How to become a better storyteller?

(21:18) - What to do if you're not landing any interviews?

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