219: The First 90 Days of Data Leadership: What the LinkedIn Posts Don't Tell You with Matt Kelliher-Gibson, The Cynical Data Guy
The Data Stack Show
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The Realities of Data Leadership
This chapter explores the complexities and challenges faced by new leaders in data roles, focusing on scenarios such as team transitions and restructuring. It contrasts optimistic social media portrayals with the nuanced realities of leading a data team, including the emotional impacts of disillusionment and the intricacies of team dynamics. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the necessity of understanding existing systems and implementing monitoring mechanisms to navigate the chaos often associated with data issues.
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