How To Build The Most In-Demand Data Skills (w/ Luke Barousse & Kelly Adams)

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Oct 25, 2024

Luke Barousse, a data analyst and YouTuber, teams up with Kelly Adams, an analyst and course creator, to explore the competitive data job market. They share vital insights on what employers truly seek in candidates, emphasizing essential skills like SQL and Excel. Listeners will discover how to craft compelling resumes and navigate entry-level job postings that often ask for unrealistic experience. With practical tips on enhancing online presence and mastering foundational skills, they provide a clear roadmap for aspiring data professionals.

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INSIGHT

Current Data Job Market

The data job market is tighter than during the 2021-2023 post-pandemic period.
Landing a job is still feasible due to growing demand, though more challenging.

ANECDOTE

Kelly's Job Search Experience

Kelly Adams' job search took eight months due to lack of prior data analyst experience.
She landed a role despite the tightening job market after the post-pandemic boom.

INSIGHT

Key Data Skills by Geography and Role

SQL and Excel are consistently top skills for data analysts across geographies.
Other tools and programming languages vary by country and data role (analyst, scientist, engineer).

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