The TWIML AI Podcast (formerly This Week in Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence) Panel: Advancing Your Data Science Career During the Pandemic - #380
Jun 4, 2020
In this panel, Ana Maria Echeverri, Caroline Chavier, Hilary Mason, and Jacqueline Nolis share invaluable insights for data professionals navigating career shifts during the pandemic. They discuss the importance of upskilling, mentorship, and community support while addressing job market changes, particularly the decline in opportunities. The panelists emphasize crafting effective elevator pitches and building personal brands to attract recruiters. They also tackle biases in hiring and advocate for inclusive hiring practices in the tech industry.
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Candidate Creativity
- Data scientists are becoming more creative in their job search due to decreased opportunities.
- Candidates are revisiting past connections and showcasing their work in new ways.
Consider Adjacent Roles
- Consider accepting data science-adjacent roles, even if not perfectly titled.
- These roles can offer valuable experience and stepping stones during uncertain times.
Portfolio Building
- New data scientists should actively apply their skills to personal projects.
- Demonstrate initiative and curiosity by exploring topics of interest and building something.
