Mavens of Data

In this episode, you’ll get to hear from former Tableau Product Manager Bethany Lyons about the importance of having product skills on data teams. Bethany talks us through her experience as a PM at one of the most well-known data companies in the world, and how she views the role of product skills on data teams. You’ll leave with a better understanding of what Product teams do in an organization and how you can leverage your data skills to make a major impact. What You'll Learn: Why having product skills is so important on data teams Tips and tricks to bring product thinking into your data role Bethany’s best advice for anyone pursuing a career in data   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter   About our guest: Bethany Lyons has a passion for solving hard problems with data analytics, and believes that product management is the best way to advance this cause. Follow Bethany on LinkedIn    

Are you tired of simply answering stakeholder questions, not knowing where or how it ends up being used? Do you want to earn your seat at the table of decision makers in your company, helping shape the future? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from Matthew Brandt, aka mattytwoshoes, as he leads you through the field of Decision Science and helps you secure your future as the go-to expert in smart decision-making. After this session you’ll click away with a solid understanding of Decision Science as well as an easy framework you can apply to your work right away. What You'll Learn: What Decision Science really is and why it’s so relevant to your work as an analyst How you can replace the tedious question-answer dance with an effective framework The one thing Matthew recommends to start with Decision Science at your company   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter   About our guest: Dylan Anderson is a Data Strategy Consultant, bridging the gap between data and strategy. Follow Matthew on LinkedIn https://mattytwo.shoes  

If you’re considering a career as a Data Strategy Consultant or just want to learn more about what that is, then this one is for you! In this episode, Dylan Anderson walks us through the life of a Data Strategy Consultant, the work they do, keys for success in the role, and also gives his general advice to anyone looking to build a career in data.  You’ll leave with a better understanding of Data Strategy Consulting work and whether or not it might be the right fit for you and your career. What You'll Learn: What a Data Strategy Consultant does How to thrive as a Data Strategy Consultant Dylan’s best advice for anyone pursuing a career in data   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter   About our guest: Dylan Anderson is a Data Strategy Consultant, bridging the gap between data and strategy. Subscribe to The Data Ecosystem substack Follow Dylan on LinkedIn

If you work in data or are trying to break into a data career, you might want to consider adding some Financial Modeling skills to your tool kit. In this episode, you’ll get a great overview of Financial Modeling and what it takes to succeed in that career path, from none other than Giles Male, Co-Founder of Full Stack Modeller and “Humblest MVP in the world”. You’ll leave with a better understanding of the Financial Modeling career path, and whether or not it might be something you should consider for your own career. What You'll Learn: What a Financial Modeler does on the job Keys to success as a Financial Modeler Giles’ best advice for your career   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter

Lis Vinueza, an analytics engineer at GitLab, joins Annie Nelson and Eevamaija Virtanen to discuss essential skills for thriving in data careers. They explore the shift from technical proficiencies to the necessity of soft skills like empathy and collaboration. The guests underline the importance of business acumen and overcoming imposter syndrome in the tech landscape. Listeners will gain valuable insights into proactive problem-solving, continuous learning, and effective networking strategies in the ever-evolving data job market.

If you’re early in your data career or still trying to break in, you’ve probably got questions about the path ahead and how you can advance to more senior roles. In this episode, you’ll hear from industry veteran Andrew Madson who will share his best advice to help you navigate your career path.  You’ll leave with a better understanding of the road that lies ahead, and some concrete and actionable tips you can use to help accelerate your career. What You'll Learn: What you can expect from a career in data How promotion decisions are made and how you can position yourself well Strategies for building your brand, network, and skills to accelerate your career   This session was part of our OPEN CAMPUS week in October, which included 6 days of live expert sessions.   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   About our guest: Andrew Madson is a Data Analytics, Data Science, and AI Evangelist at Dremio, with deep expertise in leveraging data to drive innovation. With a strong background in analytics, machine learning, and education, he empowers organizations and individuals to unlock the full potential of their data. Insights x Design Podcast Follow Andrew on LinkedIn   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter

Trying to break into a data career in today’s job market can be hard. One thing that can help more than anything else is networking and becoming active in the data community, especially on LinkedIn. In this episode, you’ll hear from two of your favorite data pros, Ian Klosowicz and Maven’s own Lauren Rosenthal, who unlocked major career opportunities by getting active on LinkedIn. What You'll Learn: Why LinkedIn matters more than ever in 2024 and beyond Practical advice to make sure you’re using LinkedIn the right way Actionable tips you can use to start making progress today   This session was part of our OPEN CAMPUS week in October, which included 6 days of live expert sessions.   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   About our guest: Ian Klosowicz is a data analyst who helps aspiring analysts launch successful careers. With a proven roadmap and a passion for teaching, he has guided thousands to their first roles in data analytics. Sign up for Ian's newsletter Subscribe to Ian on YouTube Follow Ian on LinkedIn   As an Account Exec and Data Analyst on the Maven Team, Lauren Rosenthal plays an integral role onboarding & supporting our B2B teams, helping analyze our key success metrics, and producing great content. Follow Lauren on LinkedIn   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter

Building a strong personal brand is your ticket to standing out from your competition in today’s difficult job market. During this episode, you’ll learn why and how you should build a personal brand to elevate your career. You’ll hear from some of the biggest names in data: Kate Strachnyi, Founder of DATAcated, and Andreas Kretz, Founder of Learn Data Engineering. Kate and Andreas will share their best strategies, tips, and actionable advice to put you on a path to building a successful brand that will accelerate your career.   What You'll Learn: Why a personal brand is critical for success in 2025 and beyond What a strong personal brand should look like How you can start making progress on your personal brand today   This session was part of our OPEN CAMPUS week in October, which included 6 days of live expert sessions.   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b       Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter

Madison Schott, Senior Analytics Engineer at ConvertKit and author of the Learn Analytics Engineering newsletter, shares her insights on collaborating with stakeholders. She emphasizes the underrated nature of stakeholder management and highlights common pitfalls data professionals face. Madison offers practical tips for clear communication and setting boundaries to avoid burnout. She discusses the importance of understanding stakeholder needs, adaptive communication, and ensuring that data models address specific business questions, fostering effective project outcomes.

The data analytics job market seems more competitive than ever right now. In this episode, John David Ariansen talks about the state of hiring, his recent experience in the job market, what employers are looking for, and how you can stand out and set yourself up for success. You’ll leave the show with a good understanding of the current market, and some practical and actionable tips you can use to land your next data role. What You'll Learn: What employers are looking for in today’s analytics job market What candidates can expect from applying, interviewing, and offers How you can stand out and set yourself up for success   Register for free to be part of the next live session: https://bit.ly/3XB3A8b   About our guests: John David Ariansen is a Business Analyst, Professor, Podcast Host, and Career Advisor. Follow John David on LinkedIn How to Get an Analytics Job Podcast   Follow us on Socials: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram (Mavens of Data) Instagram (Maven Analytics) TikTok Facebook Medium X/Twitter