Data Ideas Podcast

Sangeeta Krishnan is author of "Thriving in a Data World" and Senior Analytics Lead, Commercial NA at Bayer.  In our discussion, we talk about: Her career journey and path to becoming an author What it means to THRIVE with data & analytics The book writing process The right foundations needed for successful data & analytics initiatives And of course, her favorite use-cases for modern analytics You can check out Sangeeta's book "Thriving in a Data World" here: https://www.amazon.com/Thriving-Data-World-Leaders-Managers/dp/1637424167 You may also follow Sangeeta on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sangeeta-krishnan/

In this episode, I talk with Scott Taylor, Author of "Telling Your Data Story" and The Data Whisperer / Principal Consultant at MetaMeta Consulting.  In this insightful, humorous and example-filled discussion, we talk all things data management, including: --What data management is --Why its critical, especially for organizations under pressure to put data & analytics programs in place --Why most organization's don't have a successful data management strategy --What it looks like when successful data management IS in place --How to start to "Tell Your Data Story" so you can get the investment needed to build a great data management strategy! Links referenced during the episode: GET SCOTT'S BOOK : Telling Your Data Story - Data Storytelling for Data Management 20% off with code: DATAWHISPERER https://technicspub.com/data-storytelling/ Please Follow Scott on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmztaylor Too Much Tech Talk? (A Puppet Service Announcement) https://youtu.be/_JQ3HriEK0E

Capitalize Consulting was recently recognized as the Global Alteryx Partner of the Year.  In this episode, I discuss lessons learned along the way to building an award-winning analytics firm with it's Managing Partner, Eric Soden.  Eric shares advice based upon his wealth of experience gained from: --successfully delivering projects across various industries and types of organizations --working in both corporate and consulting-based roles  --becoming a successful leader and entrepreneur in the field He also shares about the many opportunities presented by modern automation & analytics capabilities! Eric Soden on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-soden/ Capitalize Consulting: http://www.capitalizeconsulting.com/

Episode 27 features an interview with Dr. Serena H. Huang, Ph.D.  Dr. Huang is a globally recognized expert in the field of people analytics.  She is currently the CDO of ABE.work, as well as Founder of Data with Serena.  Previously, she held the roles of Global Head of People Analytics for PayPal, as well as Global Head of People Analytics for The Kraft Heinz Company. Dr. Huang is also the instructor of the LinkedIn Learning course "The Data Science of using People Analytics."  She is also developing a new series of courses on people analytics to be released through LinkedIn in 2023. In this episode, we discuss what people analytics is, why the field is growing rapidly and some of the many use-cases for people analytics.  We also learn more about Serena's new company (ABE.work), as well as her transformative work through her organization "Data with Serena." Links: Follow Serena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serenahhuangphd/ Learn more about ABE.work: https://abe.work/ Learn more about Data with Serena: https://www.datawithserena.com/ "The Data Science of using People Analytics" LinkedIn Learning course: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/the-data-science-of-using-people-analytics "Be Well With Serena" YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BeWellwithSerena

Jay Henderson joins me for episode 26 of the Data Ideas podcast. Jay is the Senior Vice President of Product Management for Alteryx. In our discussion, we talk about: -How Jay became interested in data & analytics -His advice to future leaders in the field -What Alteryx is -Some of Jay’s favorite use-cases for Alteryx & modern analytics in general -As well as some of the new functionality Alteryx has recently released Here are the links referenced during our discussion: Jay Henderson on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jay_henderson Jay Henderson's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendersonjay/ Alteryx's website: https://www.alteryx.com Alteryx's careers website: https://www.alteryx.com/about-us/careers

In episode 25, I discuss data literacy with Allen Hillery. Allen is the Co-Founder of Be Data Lit, and is also a social ambassador for Tableau. In our conversation, we learn more about: -What Data Literacy means -Why it's lacking, and -Allen's mission to increase it Given it's valentines week, we also encourage listeners to share some data love, and thank others in the field that help or inspire them! Links referenced during episode: Be Data Lit website: https://bedatalit.com/ Allen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenhillery/ Allen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlDatavizguy Mico on LinkedIn (received appreciation shout-out from Allen): https://www.linkedin.com/in/micoyuk/ Sean Miller on LinkedIn (received appreciation shout-out from Allen):  https://www.linkedin.com/in/hipstervizninja/ Check out the #DuBoisChallenge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=duboischallenge    

If you've ever considered or wanted to learn more about getting Tableau Desktop certified, this episode is for you!  Adam Mico, author of "Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification," joins me to discuss: -His career journey -His new book "Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification" -What Tableau certification is and who should consider it -What it means to be a Tableau Visionary -Some of his favorite use-cases for Tableau & modern analytics   Links referenced during this episode: Adam Mico's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammico/ Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamMico1 Tableau Desktop Certification information on Tableau's website: https://www.tableau.com/learn/certification/desktop-specialist Link to Adam's book on Amazon: Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification: A prep guide with multiple learning styles to help you gain Tableau Desktop Specialist certification: 9781801810135: Computer Science Books @ Amazon.com Link to Adam's book on packt's website: https://www.packtpub.com/product/tableau-desktop-specialist-certification/9781801810135

Regardless of your role, this conversation is relevant to you. You'll leave it with an improved understanding of what data monetization is and why its so important to be thinking about it! Data Juice & Infonomics author Doug Laney joins me for a discussion on the extraordinarily impactful topic of data monetization. In our conversation we discuss: How Doug got into the data & analytics field What it means to monetize data Examples of how organizations can monetize their data BONUS: Doug has made a generous offer to giveaway 12 free copies of his new book to listeners of this episode.  Be sure to listen to the end to learn how to enter for free! Links referenced during the episode: Doug's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglaney/ Doug's Courses on Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/instructor/dblaney Doug's Work at the University of Illinois: https://giesbusiness.illinois.edu/profile/douglas-laney West Monroe (the company Doug works for): https://www.westmonroe.com/    

Episode 22 features an interview with Sonali Kumar. Sonali works in the growing field of HR analytics, and is also the Co-Founder of Data in Motion. In our discussion, we talk about: -How Sonali got into the analytics field -What HR analytics is, and some examples of how it can be applied -as well as the mission of her organization “Data In Motion” – and how it provides training, resources, and live events for those looking to grow their data skills! Links on topics referenced during our discussion are below: Link Tree for Data in Motion: https://linktr.ee/data_in_motion Link Tree for Sonali's Content: https://linktr.ee/Sonali_K Sonali's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kumar-sonali/ Directionally Correct Podcast (referenced during discussion): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/directionally-correct-a-people-analytics-podcast/id1629158392

This episode features an interview with Paul Moxon. Paul is the SVP Data Architecture and Chief Evangelist at Denodo. In our discussion, we talk all things data virtualization, including: What it is The impact it can make Some intriguing use-cases (for data virtualization & modern analytics) Links referenced during the episode: Data Virtualization Blog: https://www.datavirtualizationblog.com/ Denodo's website: https://www.denodo.com/ Paul's LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmoxon/ Denodo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/denodo