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Ken's Nearest Neighbors
From Divinity Student to Data Scientist (Immanuel Tacky) - KNN Ep. 178
Jan 3, 2024
Immanuel Tacky, a former divinity student turned data scientist at Canadian tire company, shares his journey of transitioning into the data science field. They discuss the challenges of job hunting, the benefits of pursuing a masters degree in data science, and the value of certificates in the job market.
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- Perseverance and making sacrifices are crucial for achieving career goals in the field of data science.
- Enrolling in a master's program can open up job opportunities through university portals and internships, providing valuable work experience.
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Emmanuel's Struggle to Land a Data Science Job
Emmanuel Tacky, a data scientist at Canadian Tire Corporation, shares his journey of trying to land a data science job. He talks about sending numerous resumes and tailoring cover letters to specific jobs, but only receiving a few responses. Emmanuel discusses the challenges of not having a quantitative degree and realizing that a more structured approach might be needed. Eventually, he decides to pursue a master's degree in management and artificial intelligence, which leads him to an internship and a full-time role at his current employer. Emmanuel emphasizes the importance of perseverance and making sacrifices to achieve career goals.
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