

839: Double Your Data Salary in 11 Months, with Jess Ramos
60 snips Nov 26, 2024
Jess Ramos, Founder of Big Data Energy and Senior Data Analyst at Crunchbase, reveals her journey in data analytics and how she doubled her salary in less than a year. She emphasizes the critical role of SQL for career advancement and shares tips on negotiating salaries and transitioning to entrepreneurship. Jess also discusses her efforts to challenge stereotypes in STEM and offers insights on building a personal brand through social media. Her passion for data and advocacy for women in tech shine through in this inspiring conversation.
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Career and Social Media Origins
- Jess Ramos's data career began with a math background and evolved through internships and job changes.
- Her social media success started unexpectedly with a viral LinkedIn post about remote work.
Social Media for Data Professionals
- Create content on LinkedIn to network and build connections.
- Consider expanding to other platforms for additional career and income opportunities.
Importance of SQL
- SQL is a fundamental skill for data roles because it's used to query databases.
- It's essential for data extraction, cleaning, and preparation for analysis in various tools.