Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST

Avery Smith - Data Career Coach
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Aug 30, 2023 • 21min

73: I Have Good News for Aspiring Data Analysts

Join me in this week's episode as I share real success stories from participants in the Data Analytics Accelerator program. 🧑🏽‍🎓 These are REAL stories from REAL people like you, going through their journey. Some of their wins are big like data analyst job offers. Others are small and just include posting on LinkedIn or reaching out to a recruiter. Featuring tips on resume and LinkedIn profile optimization that led to interviews and job offers, proving that small changes can make a big impact in your data career journey—tune in now! 📩 Get my weekly email with helpful data career tips 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training 🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp Timestamps: (02:55) - 📊 The Job Market is HARD. (04:58) - 💼 Story 1: Interviews (7:33) - 👩‍💻 Story 2: Quick Wins (09:25) - 💌 Story 3: Cold Messaging (10:36) - 💰 Story 4: Senior Job Offer (13:40) - 🚀 Story 5: Small Wins (14:37) - 🎓 Story 6: Job Offer Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode:✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter
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Aug 23, 2023 • 40min

72: What Is People Analytics? w/ Serena Huang

Serena Huang, an ex-PayPal Analytics Executive, shares invaluable tips on standing out in the hiring process. She discusses what People Analytics is & how to learn more. Keys to getting hired in data and what makes a good data team are also explored.
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Aug 16, 2023 • 33min

71: Get Hired as a Data Analyst w/ Hiring Manager Andrew Madson

In this episode, Andrew Madson, an experienced data analytics professional & hiring manager, shares valuable insights and tips on transitioning into the field of data analytics. 💠 We discussed what ACTUALLY gets you hired, how to make good data projects, & how to pivot into the data field. Whether you're just starting your data career journey or looking to make a pivot, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧 🤝 Connect with Andrew Madson 📩 Get my weekly email with helpful data career tips 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training 🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp Timestamps: (03:46) - 📈 The Surprising Skill You Need (13:20) - 🎙️ Make Your Data Projects Clear (20:28) - 🔍 Data Skills You Should Know (29:11) - 🌐 Networking: Your Gateway to Career Success! Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode:📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday
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Aug 9, 2023 • 43min

70: He’s Hired 30 Data Analysts; Here’s What You Should Know

Jesse Morris, a data analyst who has interviewed 300 data analysts, shares wisdom on getting hired. Topics include the hiring process, standing out in the job hunt, the value of volunteering, and showcasing tangible evidence and portfolio projects.
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Aug 2, 2023 • 33min

69: Skills, Networking, Portfolio: How Brad Yarbro Landed a Data Job

Brad Yarbro, a senior data scientist at Protective Life, shares his inspiring journey from an economics student to a data professional. Topics discussed include gaining work experience as a student, transitioning into data analytics, analyzing pictures and predictive models in the life insurance industry, the value of a master's degree in applied statistics, and the crucial role of networking and continuous learning in a data career.
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Jul 26, 2023 • 8min

68: Difference between Data Science and Data Analytics

In this episode of Data Career Podcast, I explore Data Analytics vs Data Science, highlighting key differences and stress the fluidity between data science and analytics. Don't miss it! 📩 Get my weekly email with helpful data career tips 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training 🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp Timestamps: (00:56) - Predictive Analytics: Foreseeing the Future 🔮📈 (01:43) - Diagnostic Analytics: Unraveling "Why" 🕵️‍♂️🔍 (02:10) - Analytics in Book Sales 📚📊 (03:09) - Data Scientists: Masters of Prediction 🧠🎯 (03:56) - Decoding Data Analytics vs. Data Science 🗝️💻 (05:26) - Gateway to Success: Landing a Data Job 🚪💼 Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode:📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday
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Jul 19, 2023 • 42min

67: Hiring Manager’s Secrets to Getting The Job as a Data Analyst w Megan McGuire

🕵️‍♂️ Curious about the mysterious hiring process of a data career? Find out how Megan McGuire narrows down candidates and assesses skills in the podcast. Get insider knowledge on code assessments, interviews, and what it takes to land the dream data role! 💪📈 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training 🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp Timestamps: (02:14) - The Value of Junior Analysts (12:12) - Curiosity and Problem Solving in Data Analytics (21:46) - Be the perfect candidate for specific company rather than a pretty good candidate (24:15) - How drive, experience and upskilling set up interviewee success (28:59) - Show off your skills with your Tableau Public or GitHub Profile (36:53) - Rejections aren't necessarily your fault Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode:✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter
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Jul 13, 2023 • 49min

66: The Naked Truth about Data Careers w/ Data Manager Marijn Markus

In this episode, Marijn Markus & I talked about what it is ACTUALLY like being in the data field, how he transitioned from social science to data science, & discuss some real-world data use cases. Marijn also shared his experience managing data teams, what makes a good junior hire, why you might not need machine learning, & much, much more. You don’t want to miss this episode! 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training 🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp Connect with Marijn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marijnmarkus/ Timestamps: (4:40) - Diverse backgrounds matter for programming and stats! (17:42) - Model explanations matter for business (21:00)- The real reason why generative AI became big in December (25:24) - Focus on what you know, not what you don't know (30:14) - You can't control the interview session? Think again! Mentioned in this episode:📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP
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Jul 5, 2023 • 34min

65: From Music Sheet to Spreadsheets: Erin Shina’s 90-Day Transformation from Music to Financial Data Analyst

Join us as we interview my bootcamp student Erin Shina who recently pivoted her career from music therapy to a financial analyst role at Fortune 50 company Humana. ⁠🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp⁠ 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training Timestamps: (2:49) - Hybrid work is the new norm, combining office and remote setups. 💼🏠 (6:00) - A supportive boss is crucial in advancing your data career. 👩‍💼🚀 (9:00) - Music therapy offers a fulfilling career path in healthcare. 🎵⚕️ (10:11) - Discover how the Data Analytics Accelerator helped Erin secure a data job. 📊🔍 (14:16) - Showcase your project effectively to increase your interview chances. 📂🎯 (17:25) - Put extra effort into crafting an impactful resume. 📄💪 (21:41) - Your current network could become a valuable referral for your next job opportunity. 🌐🔗 Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode:1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter
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Jun 29, 2023 • 30min

64: Data Portfolios, Data Analyst Interviews, and Data Storytelling: Ask Me Anything

In this episode, Avery took a unique approach by going live on LinkedIn and letting the audience ask any question they wanted. Join us as we dive deep into Avery's insights and practical tips to help you navigate the world of data. 🏫 Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp 📊 Come to my next free “How to Land Your First Data Job” training Timestamps: (3:09) - What should I have on my portfolio? (05:24) - How to build a project? (06:11) - How to stay organized? (07:08) - Starting w/ Data Science Projects (16:00) - How to become a better storyteller? (21:18) - What to do if you're not landing any interviews? Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode:✨ Try Julius!This episode is brought to you by Julius – your AI data analyst companion. Connect to your database and/or business tools, pull insights in minutes–no coding required. Thanks, Julius, for sponsoring this episode. Try Julius at https://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCPhttps://landadatajob.com/Julius-DCP1:1 Coaching w/ AveryI've opened 12 slots on my calendar to do 1:1 coaching calls. What we can do: fix your resume (it may suck), audit your LinkedIn (also may suck), mock interview you (prepare to sweat), or tell you exactly what to do next This is a test. Never done it. Might never do it again. Limited spots. Book now.https://landadatajob.com/coachingday📰 Join 18k Other Analysts in My NewsletterGet 1 weekly newsletter helping you take the next steps in your data career! Check it out: https://datacareerjumpstart.com/subscribe💌 Subscribe To My Newsletter

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