

Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST
Avery Smith - Data Career Coach
The Data Career Podcast: helping you break into data analytics, build your data career, and develop a personal brand
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Jul 23, 2025 • 25min
170: Brutally Honest Advice About Landing a Data Job in 23 Minutes
Dive into essential insights for landing a data job with real-world advice. Discover that your skills aren't the only hiring factor; who you know plays a huge role. Learn about the value of hands-on experience and how job rejections shouldn't deter you. Networking and domain expertise can outshine technical prowess. Plus, mentorship is highlighted as a game changer, emphasizing that continuous learning is key in the ever-evolving data landscape!

Jul 15, 2025 • 29min
169: ChatGPT vs Julius AI: Who Analyzes Data Better?
The data analysis landscape is changing rapidly. New AI tools are emerging every week, and it can sometimes feel overwhelming. So in this video, I compare ChatGPT and Julius AI to see how they stack up against each other. We'll use a dataset of 1,444 data job listings from FindADataJob.com to analyze trends in the 2025 data job market to answer the question: Which AI tool is best suited for your data analysis needs?Where I Go To Find Datasets (as a data analyst)👉 https://datacareerpodcast.com/episode/131-7-resources-to-find-amazing-datasets-free 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training👩💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction00:20 Comparing ChatGPT and Julius AI01:17 Uploading and Previewing Data03:01 Data Analysis Suggestions05:04 What State Has The Most Jobs Listed?08:08 Analyzing Job Trends Over Time10:31 Customizable Chart Themes11:10 Analyzing Job Salary Trends17:01 Investigating Experience Levels in Job Listings19:44 Handling Missing Data with MissingNo21:34 Exploring Interesting Trends in the Dataset25:34 Conclusion: Which Tool Should You Use?🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/Mentioned in this episode:⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companiesFindADataJob.com is a great place to look for data jobs at any point in your data journey, so check it out. I built it so you can skip the spam and see legit, curated data jobs. Updated daily. No login, no paywall. Just real jobs for real job seekers who are trying to get hired.⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companies

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Jul 8, 2025 • 14min
168: Stop Doing Random Data Courses - Read These Books Instead
Tired of spending money on data courses you never finish? Here are 7 essential books that will actually boost your analytical skills, with no subscription required! Plus, make sure to tune in till the end as one lucky listener will get a free book from this list! Get the books here!DISCLAIMER: Some of the links in this video are affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.Storytelling with Data by Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic 👉 https://amzn.to/3ZYHhsGAce the Data Science Interview by Nick Singh and Kevin Huo👉 https://amzn.to/3XZ9IaBMoneyball by Michael Lewis👉 https://amzn.to/44fy4ODThe StatQuest Illustrated Guide To Machine Learning by Josh Starmer👉 https://amzn.to/40hRgu2Fundamentals of Data Engineering by Joe Reis and Matt Housley👉 https://amzn.to/3W84K8KData Science for Business by Foster Provost and Tom Fawcett👉 https://amzn.to/4k7jkaDThe Big Book of Dashboards by Steve Wexler, Jeffrey Shaffer, and Andy Cotgreave👉 https://amzn.to/462GJVj💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training👩💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:16 Book 1: The Big Book of Dashboards02:52 Book 2: Data Science for Business04:38 Book 3: Fundamentals of Data Engineering06:05 Book 4: The StatQuest Illustrated Guide To Machine Learning07:52 Book 5: Moneyball10:09 Book 6: Ace the Data Science Interview11:24 Book 7: Storytelling With DataI've interviewed some of these awesome data authors! Check out these episodes!Stats You Need to Know as a Data Analyst (w/ StatQuest)👉 https://datacareerpodcast.com/episode/105-do-you-have-to-be-good-at-statistics-to-be-a-data-analyst-w-statquest-josh-starmer-phdHow to Ace The Data Science & Analytics Interview w/ Nick Singh👉 https://datacareerpodcast.com/episode/74-how-to-ace-the-data-science-analytics-interview-w-nick-singhMeet The Woman Who Changed Data Storytelling Forever (Cole Knaflic)👉 https://datacareerpodcast.com/episode/142-meet-the-woman-who-changed-data-storytelling-forever-cole-knafflic🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/Mentioned in this episode:⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companiesFindADataJob.com is a great place to look for data jobs at any point in your data journey, so check it out. I built it so you can skip the spam and see legit, curated data jobs. Updated daily. No login, no paywall. Just real jobs for real job seekers who are trying to get hired.⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companies

Jul 1, 2025 • 39min
167: Hiring Manager Explains: How to Become a Healthcare Analyst (Jason Bryll)
Jason Bryll, a healthcare analytics expert with nearly 20 years of experience, shares valuable insights on the importance of healthcare analytics and the transformative role of AI. He emphasizes the necessity of domain knowledge, explaining how it enhances analysts' effectiveness. Networking is highlighted as a critical component for job seekers. Bryll also delves into the complexities of the healthcare revenue cycle and the importance of a strong portfolio to catch hiring managers' eyes. Plus, he discusses essential data tools like Power BI and Tableau.

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Jun 24, 2025 • 13min
166: You’re Already a Data Analyst (You Just Don’t Know It)
Discover how you're already a Data Analyst without realizing it! The discussion uncovers how everyday tasks in various professions like teaching and sales involve data analysis skills. Learn to reframe your responsibilities to spotlight these abilities on your resume. Plus, gain practical tips for improving your LinkedIn profile and attracting job opportunities. Whether you're a parent or a retail worker, this insight helps you recognize and leverage your transferable skills in data analysis.

Jun 17, 2025 • 41min
165: How to Earn $250k+ With Multiple Remote Data Jobs (Overemployment with Delaney William)
Get your next job(s) with AI💸 and sustainably work 2-3 jobs 👉 https://go.elevatedtech.us/course-averyEnter the code AVERY20 at checkout to save 20%!What's the secret to having three six-figure jobs at once? My guest, Delaney William, cracked the code on overemployment/ job stacking and he's here to spill the beans! Is overemployment a genius move or totally unethical? Delaney shares his personal journey, the secrets to his efficiency, and how he helps others triple their income without working 80-hour weeks.💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training👩💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction00:55 - Understanding overemployment/ job stacking05:40 - Can a Data Analyst do overemployment/ job stacking?09:12 - Is overemployment/ job stacking even legal?17:09 - How to start job stacking/ overemployment21:53 - Optimizing your job application strategy28:28 - The tools you need for successful overemployment/ job stacking35:40 - Talk with Delaney William!🔗 CONNECT WITH DELANEY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@delaney-william🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delaney-william1/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/delaney-william2/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delaneywilliam_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/delaney.elevatedtech/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@delaneywilliam💻 Website: https://elevatedtech.us/🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/Mentioned in this episode:⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companiesFindADataJob.com is a great place to look for data jobs at any point in your data journey, so check it out. I built it so you can skip the spam and see legit, curated data jobs. Updated daily. No login, no paywall. Just real jobs for real job seekers who are trying to get hired.⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companies

Jun 12, 2025 • 32min
164: I built an entire data pipeline in 30 minutes using only AI (no code required)
Try Keboola 👉 https://www.keboola.com/mcp?utm_campaign=FY25_Q2_RoW_Marketing_Events_Webinar_Keboola_MCP_Server_Launch_June&utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=AveryToday, we'll create an entire data pipeline from scratch without writing a single line of code! Using Keboola MCP server and ClaudeAI, we’ll extract data from my FindADataJob.com RSS feed, transform it, load it into Google BigQuery, and visualize it with Streamlit. This is the future of data engineering!Keboola MCP Integration:https://mcp.connection.us-east4.gcp.keboola.com/sse I Analyzed Data Analyst Jobs to Find Out What Skills You ACTUALLY Needhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lo3VU1srV1E&t=212s💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training👩💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction00:54 - Definition of Basic Data Engineering Terms02:26 - Keboola MCP and Its Capabilities07:48 - Extracting Data from RSS Feed12:43 - Transforming and Cleaning the Data19:19 - Aggregating and Analyzing Data23:19 - Scheduling and Automating the Pipeline25:04 - Visualizing Data with Streamlit🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/Mentioned in this episode:⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companiesFindADataJob.com is a great place to look for data jobs at any point in your data journey, so check it out. I built it so you can skip the spam and see legit, curated data jobs. Updated daily. No login, no paywall. Just real jobs for real job seekers who are trying to get hired.⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companies

Jun 3, 2025 • 18min
163: How to Analyze Data in the New Era of AI
Try Julius.ai 👉 https://bit.ly/4jn4cFFCoupon code: AVERY25AI is transforming how we work, how we make decisions, and how we understand the world through data. In this episode, I explore how Julius AI can simplify your data tasks, automate repetitive work, and offer valuable insights in MINUTES. Dive into the future of data analysis and get ready to 10x your productivity!Get my weekly newsletters (free): https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletterLearn more about my CRM Course Creator 360: https://coursecreatorpro.com/registeremailaffiliate?am_id=avery8756How This Delivery Driver Became a FAANG Data Analyst (Jen Hawkins)https://youtu.be/f-BWp_IJZ-I?si=2_tKqHEng_EYNRCB💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training👩💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction01:55 - My CRM Data Analysis02:23 Exploring and Cleaning Data with Julius AI06:15 Email Analysis and Insights13:39 Sales Cycle Length Analysis15:27 The Power of AI in Data Analysis🔗 CONNECT WITH MY TOP NEWSLETTER ENGAGERS!Isaac Oresanya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-oresanya/Jen Hawkins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeandriska/David Mills: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mills/Mukta Pandey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mukta-pandey-30a89b243/🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/Mentioned in this episode:⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companiesFindADataJob.com is a great place to look for data jobs at any point in your data journey, so check it out. I built it so you can skip the spam and see legit, curated data jobs. Updated daily. No login, no paywall. Just real jobs for real job seekers who are trying to get hired.⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companies

May 27, 2025 • 26min
162: This Loan Officer Became a Data Analyst WITHOUT a Degree (Ryan Ponder)
Break into data analytics EVEN without a degree, just like our guest for today's episode! He's Ryan Ponder, a Data Analytics Accelerator program student who transitioned from Loan Officer to Data Analyst within his company-- without a degree. He shares how he leveraged internal opportunities and attained his new role. Tune in and learn actionable steps for making an internal pivot and overcoming career challenges!💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training👩💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction05:49 - The Internal Pivot: A Unique Pathway to Data Analytics09:57 - Networking and Overcoming Challenges15:47 - Imposter Syndrome23:02 - Final Thoughts and Advice🔗 CONNECT WITH RYAN🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rtponder/🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/Mentioned in this episode:⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companiesFindADataJob.com is a great place to look for data jobs at any point in your data journey, so check it out. I built it so you can skip the spam and see legit, curated data jobs. Updated daily. No login, no paywall. Just real jobs for real job seekers who are trying to get hired.⚡️Discover top data analyst roles from leading companies

May 20, 2025 • 12min
161: Entry Level Data Jobs That Are ACTUALLY Entry Level
Discover six overlooked entry-level data jobs that can jumpstart your career in analytics. These roles are easier to qualify for and often come with less competition. They provide valuable real-world data experience while being remote or hybrid. Plus, you'll find that many offer decent pay and opportunities for internal pivots. Join the conversation to learn why these positions might just be your ticket into the data world!