In Episode 102 of Ten Minute Tuesday, I sit down with Jasmine Daly, Founder & Principal Consultant at Daly Analytics, to talk about her career journey in data science, AI, and analytics consulting.

Jasmine shares how she transitioned from engineering and R&D into data science, what led her to launch her own consulting company, and the lessons she’s learned building data practices across industries like higher education, economic development, conservation tech, and open source.

As always, we stick to the Ten Minute Tuesday format — covering:

How she got into data

Her least favorite job and what it taught her

A failure that shaped her growth

One lesson her career has taught her

Advice for professionals starting in data

The most influential people in her journey

Jasmine also brings deep experience in predictive modeling, forecasting, and the R programming community, along with a strong focus on mission-driven analytics.

🔗 Connect with Jasmine Daly on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminemdaly/

📺 Watch the full Ten Minute Tuesday playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsKS9awrnP3cUfuNCF8ViKzqWOjdXT8vS

🎧 Listen on Spotify:

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sqlsekou

🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ten-minute-tuesday-with-sekou-tyler/id1671829505

🎙️ Episode 101 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring DeNisha (Queen) Malone is live! 👑🎙️

DeNisha, also known as The Power BI Queen, is a Microsoft MVP turned FTE, currently serving as a Program Manager on Microsoft’s Azure Data Insights & Analytics team. She’s a recognized leader in data storytelling, community empowerment, and making analytics approachable for everyone.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denishamalone/

In this episode, DeNisha shares her journey into data, how she built her voice in the Power BI community, and what it takes to move from MVP to working full-time at Microsoft. We talk about the roles that shaped her, lessons learned from setbacks, and the advice she’d give to anyone starting their career in tech today.

Beyond her technical expertise, DeNisha is a Nonprofit Data Ambassador, using storytelling, impact metrics, and fundraising insights to empower organizations and communities. Her commitment to mentorship and inclusion truly stands out.

This conversation is full of wisdom, leadership, and purpose-driven insight.

🎉🎙️ Episode 100 of Ten Minute Tuesday is here! 🎙️🎉

For Episode 100, we flipped the script and I became the guest! This episode is hosted by my wife, Kim Tyler.

To keep things focused, Kim asked me the same Ten Minute Tuesday questions I ask every guest (no special treatment 😄)

In this episode, we reflect on my journey into data and analytics, what drew me into this field, and how my career has evolved over time. We talk about challenging roles, failures that shaped my perspective, lessons learned along the way, and the advice I’d give to someone starting their own career in data.

This episode is a moment to pause, reflect, and mark an important milestone! 100 conversations centered on learning, growth, and career journeys in data.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Ten Minute Tuesday. The guests, listeners, and the broader data community. I’m grateful for the journey so far and excited for what’s next.

#TenMinuteTuesday #Episode100 #MilestoneEpisode #CareerInData #DataCommunity #LeadershipInTech #PodcastJourney

🎙️ Episode 99 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Christina (Poulin) Gorga is live! 🎙️

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinagorga/

Christina is a Senior AI and Data Enablement Strategist at Booz Allen Hamilton, where she focuses on building and scaling AI + data strategy adoption across the Civil Business Sector. Her work spans multi-year data strategies, community building, and tackling real-world business and healthcare challenges—always with the belief that one size does not fit all.

In this episode, Christina shares her journey into data and AI, the experiences that shaped her career, and how she bridges the gap between strategy and hands-on technical execution. We also talk about lessons learned from challenging roles, failures that became growth moments, and the advice she’d give to someone starting out in data or AI today.

Christina has supported impactful initiatives across organizations like Veterans Affairs, NIH, CMS, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, and OPM, and brings a thoughtful, people-centered perspective to data leadership.

🎙️ Episode 98 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Michael McCusker is live! 🎙️

Michael is a Senior Analyst at DaVita Kidney Care, where he applies problem-solving and complex analysis skills to help improve the quality of life for patients with kidney disease.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmccusker30/

In this episode, Michael shares his journey into data, how he uses SQL, Tableau, and data management to support business decisions, and the lessons he’s learned working at the intersection of analytics and healthcare. We also talk about challenging roles that shaped his career, a failure that helped refine his approach, and the advice he’d give to someone starting out in analytics today.

This conversation highlights how data can drive operational efficiency and real-world impact, especially in healthcare.

#TenMinuteTuesday #HealthcareAnalytics #DataAnalytics #SQL #Tableau #CareerInData #AnalyticsLeadership #DataForGood #DaVita

🎙️ Episode 97 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Ryan Goodman is live! 🎙️

Ryan is a seasoned data and analytics leader, entrepreneur, and founder of DataTools Pro, where he blends strategy, modern data architecture, and analytics to help teams transform data into actionable knowledge. With over 20 years of experience as a practitioner, executive, and builder, Ryan brings a thoughtful approach to solving complex data challenges.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryangoodmansd/

In this episode, Ryan shares how he got into data, lessons learned from challenging roles, and the failures that helped shape his career. He also reflects on the most important insights his work has taught him, the people who’ve influenced his journey, and the advice he’d give to anyone just starting out in analytics.

🎙️ Episode 96 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Nash Bober is live! 🎙️

Nash is Co-Founder and Head of Data Strategy at Delphinium Solutions, a digital marketing and data analytics consultancy helping B2B companies make smarter, data-driven decisions.

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nashbober/

In this episode, Nash shares his journey into data and strategy, what led him to co-found Delphinium Solutions, and how he blends marketing, analytics, and business intelligence to drive real outcomes. We also talk about challenging roles that shaped his career, lessons learned from failure, and the advice he’d give to someone starting out in the data space today.

This conversation offers a great perspective on connecting data strategy to business impact, especially for those interested in consulting, analytics, and entrepreneurship.

#TenMinuteTuesday #DataStrategy #BusinessIntelligence #DataAnalytics #Entrepreneurship #B2B #MarketingAnalytics #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech

🎙️ Episode 95 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Angela Henderson is live! 🎙️

Angela is the Founder of Strategic BI Solutions, where she partners with organizations to deliver impactful, data-driven insights through business intelligence.

In this episode, Angela shares her journey into data, what led her to start her own consulting practice, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. She opens up about challenging roles that helped shape her career, a failure that became a turning point, and the advice she’d give to someone just starting out in the data and analytics space.

Angela also reflects on the people who’ve influenced her journey and the key lessons her work has taught her about leadership, resilience, and growth.

📺 Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsKS9awrnP3cUfuNCF8ViKzqWOjdXT8vS

🎧 Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sqlsekou

🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ten-minute-tuesday-with-sekou-tyler/id1671829505#TenMinuteTuesday

#BusinessIntelligence #DataConsulting #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech #WomenInData #Entrepreneurship #StrategicBISolution

🎙️ Episode 94 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Jeff Skoldberg is live! 🎙️

Jeff is a Principal Consultant, Data Architecture & Analytics at Green Mountain Data Solutions, where he’s spent the past 7+ years helping organizations solve complex data challenges across multiple industries — from utilities and agriculture to CPG, publishing, and pharmaceuticals.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-skoldberg-141812111/

In this episode, Jeff walks us through how he entered the data space and what drew him toward data engineering and architecture. He reflects on challenging roles that shaped his career, a failure that taught him valuable lessons, and one important insight from his work that he believes everyone should learn.

Jeff also shares advice for those just starting their career journeys, as well as the most influential people who helped shape his path.

With deep experience in:
✅ Snowflake + Python + dbt
✅ Fivetran & ELT pipelines
✅ Data warehousing + star schema design
✅ Tableau dashboards + APIs
✅ Alteryx development + 1:1 coaching

Jeff brings a wealth of technical knowledge and real-world problem-solving perspective that you won’t want to miss.#TenMinuteTuesday #DataEngineering #Snowflake #dbt #Tableau #Alteryx #DataArchitecture #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech #GreenMountainDataSolutions

🎙️ Episode 93 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Salam Adedokun is live! 🎙️

Salam is a Principal Data Solutions Consultant at Insights Titan, where he helps organizations architect and scale impactful data solutions.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salamadekunleadedokun/

In this episode, Salam shares how he found his way into the world of data, the challenging roles that shaped his career, and a moment of failure that ultimately helped guide his growth. He also reflects on the biggest lesson his work has taught him, the people who have influenced his journey, and the career advice he’d give someone just getting started in this field.

This conversation is packed with insight and perspective from someone who continues to make a meaningful impact in the data space.

#TenMinuteTuesday #DataSolutions #DataConsulting #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech #DataCommunity #InsightsTitan