DataFramed #83 Empowering the Modern Data Analyst
Apr 17, 2022
Peter Fishman, Co-founder and CEO of Mozart Data, dives into the evolving role of data analysts in this lively discussion. He unpacks the keys to creating a data-driven culture, emphasizing that data access alone isn't enough. Peter breaks down the modern data stack, highlighting essential skills for analysts like critical thinking and subject matter expertise. He also explores how small businesses can harness analytics tools, and shares insights on developing these skills with real-world applications, such as sports analytics.
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Early Big Data
- Peter Fishman's early empirical work involved unusually large datasets for the time.
- This pushed the boundaries of tools like Excel and offered unique insights.
Data-Driven Organizations
- Data-driven organizations prioritize data in key decisions, not just displaying it on dashboards.
- Data informs decisions and drives actions, not just provides a sense of comfort.
Yammer's A/B Test
- At Yammer, an early A/B test contradicted David Sachs and Adam Fazzoni's intuitions.
- This unexpected outcome highlighted the importance of data-driven decisions and A/B testing.
