The best data teams don't just provide reports—they uncover insights that drive real business value. But how do you transition from being a dashboard factory to becoming a strategic problem-solving engine?

In this episode of More than Numbers Live, we dig into the answer. Ollie Hughes sits down with Jimmy Mogrip, Global Director of Insights and Analytics at Podimo, to discuss how his team focuses exclusively on generating actionable insights that move the business forward.

In our conversation, Jimmy breaks down:

Why Podimo separated its data functions into three specialized teams: AI, Business Intelligence, and Insights & Analytics
How his insights and analytics team is able to focus solely on solving high-value business problems
The workflow for identifying opportunities and turning data explorations into actionable recommendations
Why soft skills like problem translation and data storytelling are more valuable than technical abilities when hiring for insights roles

Want to learn how Jimmy’s team at Podimo have mastered the art and science of data-backed problem solving? Don't miss this episode!

What you'll learn

[01:04] Jimmy's unexpected journey from behavioral science and communications into data analytics
[05:01] Inside Podimo's Google-heavy data stack: BigQuery, Looker, dbt, Python and R
[06:48] How Podimo structures its 20+ person data team across three specialized functions
[09:11] The origin story of the dedicated Insights & Analytics team and its focus on recommendations
[11:23] Finding the balance between exploratory analysis and delivering actionable insights
[16:09] Building trust through embedded analysts and early stakeholder collaboration
[19:26] Creating metric trees that connect squad-level work to company-wide business objectives
[22:10] The critical soft skills Jimmy looks for when hiring analytical problem-solvers
[24:18] Career advice: "A great data scientist never says 'Aha, I found it!' He always says 'Hmm, that's odd.'"

Downloads & links

🚀 Connect with Jimmy Mogrip

🔗 Learn more about Podimo

🚀 Connect with Ollie Hughes

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