
Business Analytics and Analysis
Business Analytics and Analysis is your podcast on all things tied to the skill set of Business Analysis in the field of Analytics.
Whether you are a new Analyst in the analytics sphere or an existing Analyst, this podcast is for you.
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Latest episodes

Mar 23, 2023 • 24min
Episode 19: Leaning into Business Analysis with Laura Brandenburg, ACBA, CBAP
Explore the transition from editorial assistant to business analyst with Laura. Learn about the importance of communication skills, career progression, and leveraging existing skills for success in business analysis. Discover the value of technological understanding and the resources available to kickstart your journey in this field.

Mar 15, 2023 • 9min
Episode 18: Databases through the ages: From scientific calculations to big data analytics
Check out our latest podcast on "Databases through the ages: From scientific calculations to big data analytics" #databases #DBMS #datawarehousing #businessintelligence #bigdata #datamining #OLAP #InmonArchitecture #KimballArchitecture #businessanalysis Check out our Business Analysis Foundational Templates! Get them now at baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/business-analysis-foundational-templates/. We also offer flashcards for key terms in business analysis, available at baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/cbap-ccba-ecba-key-term-flashcards/. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our latest offerings. Visit our blog at baknowledgeshare.com and follow us on Facebook at m.facebook.com/groups/382157632672899/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab. Thank you for your support!

Mar 9, 2023 • 7min
Episode 17: Unlocking the Secrets of Product Management, Product Ownership, and Business Analysis: Similarities and Differences
Check out our latest podcast and video on "Unlocking the Secrets of Product Management, Product Ownership, and Business Analysis: Similarities and Differences"! Discover the unique responsibilities and skill sets required for each role, and learn how they work together towards the common goal of delivering valuable products and services to customers. Don't miss out!
#ProductManagement #ProductOwnership #BusinessAnalysis #AgileMethodologies #ProductDevelopment #StrategicThinking #CustomerFocus #DataAnalysis #RequirementsGathering #CrossFunctionalTeams #BusinessObjectives #CustomerNeeds Check out our Business Analysis Foundational Templates! Get them now at baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/business-analysis-foundational-templates/. We also offer flashcards for key terms in business analysis, available at baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/cbap-ccba-ecba-key-term-flashcards/. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our latest offerings. Visit our blog at baknowledgeshare.com and follow us on Facebook at m.facebook.com/groups/382157632672899/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab. Thank you for your support!

Mar 3, 2023 • 6min
Episode 16: Revolutionize Your Data Analysis in Business Analysis with ChatGPT: Excel Integration and More!
The podcast covers the use of ChatGPT, a natural language processing tool, for data analysis in various industries such as finance, healthcare, marketing, and customer service. ChatGPT can analyze unstructured data such as social media posts, customer feedback, and patient feedback to identify patterns, trends, and concerns. However, there are limitations and ethical concerns to using machine learning tools for data analysis. The content also provides a brief guide on how to use ChatGPT to analyze data in Excel. Check out our Business Analysis Foundational Templates! Get them now at baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/business-analysis-foundational-templates/. We also offer flashcards for key terms in business analysis, available at baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/cbap-ccba-ecba-key-term-flashcards/. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our latest offerings. Visit our blog at baknowledgeshare.wordpress.com and follow us on Facebook at m.facebook.com/groups/382157632672899/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab. Thank you for your support! #ChatGPT #DataAnalysis #NaturalLanguageProcessing #UnstructuredData #Excel #CustomerFeedback #SocialMedia #MachineLearning #Insights #CustomerSatisfaction #FraudDetection #Healthcare #Marketing #BusinessAnalysts #Technology #AI #DataScience

Feb 23, 2023 • 31min
Episode 15: Effective Business Analysis Through Emotional Intelligence with David Mantica
The podcast discusses the impact of emotional intelligence on business analysis, exploring how EQ affects interactions with stakeholders, prevents burnout, and sustains productivity. It contrasts IQ with EQ, highlighting how emotional intelligence fosters adaptability, conflict resolution, and interpersonal influence. The importance of EQ in team communication, feedback, and project success is emphasized, along with strategies for improving self-management, stress management, and self-reflection.

Feb 16, 2023 • 30min
Episode 14: Future of Business Analysis in a world of AI
In this episode, Paolo talks about the demand for Business Analysts in a world of AI The purchase or read Paolo's book go here: https://paolo.sammiche.li/ About Paolo: Paolo Sammicheli is an Italian entrepreneur, International Speaker, and Author of the books "Scrum for Hardware," the first significant publication in the world on the topic, and "Scrum in AI - Artificial Intelligence Agile Development with Scrum and MLOps," with the foreword by Jeff Sutherland, co-author of Scrum and the Agile Manifesto. Today Paolo works as an Agile Business Coach, specialized in Scrum, Scrum@Scale, Kanban, Design Thinking, and Lean Startup, helping organizations uncover better ways to delight their customers. Scrum and Scrum@Scale Trainer for Scrum Inc, Lean-Agile Procurement Trainer, and Management 3.0 Facilitator. Executive Certificate in Management and Leadership from MIT Sloan School of Business. Link to purchase the foundational template: https://baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/business-analysis-foundational-templates/ Visit our website at https://baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/cbap-ccba-ecba-key-term-flashcards/ to purchase flashcards for business analysis key terms. Thank you for visiting this channel. Do consider subscribing to this channel to get notified of updates. Blog: https://baknowledgeshare.wordpress.com/ Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxYpJeB0WFbamL4yRz8DmMA Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/382157632672899/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab

Feb 9, 2023 • 35min
Episode 13: Building a Career in Business Analysis with Sandya Jane
Discover the secrets to a successful career in Business Analysis with Sandhya Jane, an experienced professional with a global corporate background. Learn about her travels, published works, and essential competencies for success in the field. Explore the distinctions between project management and business analysis roles, and the impact of cultural diversity on business practices. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!

Feb 2, 2023 • 22min
Episode 12: Recruitment Trends in the Tech Industry with CEO Marie Zimenoff
In this interview, with Marie, we go over recruitment trends in the tech industry. We go over why are we seeing layoffs and how to best prepare to land a job if you get laid off as Business Analysts.
Resources mentioned in the podcast:
Data on Layoff: layoffs.fyi
Linked in interview prep: https://www.linkedin.com/interview-prep/assessments/urn:li:fsd_assessment:(1,a)/question/urn:li:fsd_assessmentQuestion:(10011,aq11)/
Google Interview Prep: https://grow.google/certificates/interview-warmup/faq/
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Information about Marie Zimenoff: Marie Zimenoff knows career services have the power to change lives. She began her career as an advisor and recruiter in higher education while completing her M.Ed. in Human Resource Studies and Career & Counseling Development. In 2008—the peak of the Great Recession—Marie left the university to start her business. Inspired by a passion for making a difference in the industry, as CEO of Career Thought Leaders and Resume Writing Academy, she trains career professionals around the globe in resume writing, career coaching, and business development. She has delivered hundreds of career and leadership development programs, designed curricula, and provided staff training in workforce, corrections, university, community college, and business environments. She has been quoted in Forbes, Fast Company, Dice, Yahoo!, MarketWatch, and other regional and national news outlets on careers topics and hosts a weekly radio show, The Career Confidante, on VoiceAmerica radio. You can learn more about Career Thought Leaders at www.careerthoughtleaders.com
**** Link to purchase the foundational template: https://baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/business-analysis-foundational-templates/ Visit our website at https://baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/cbap-ccba-ecba-key-term-flashcards/ to purchase flashcards for business analysis key terms. Thank you for visiting this channel. Do consider subscribing to this channel to get notified of updates. Blog: https://baknowledgeshare.wordpress.com/ Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxYpJeB0WFbamL4yRz8DmMA Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/382157632672899/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab

Jan 26, 2023 • 5min
Episode 11: Risk Analysis and Management for Business Analysis
In this episode, we cover Risk Management and Analysis for Business Analysis. What is Risk Management and how do you conduct Risk Analysis, listen and watch this video for more information.
++++ Link to purchase the foundational template: https://baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/business-analysis-foundational-templates/
Visit our website at https://baknowledgeshare.com/downloads/cbap-ccba-ecba-key-term-flashcards/ to purchase flashcards for business analysis key terms.
Do consider subscribing to this podcast to get notified of updates.
Blog: https://baknowledgeshare.wordpress.com/
Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxYpJeB0WFbamL4yRz8DmMA
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Jan 19, 2023 • 25min
Episode 10: Interview with Kent Mcdonald on Products, Projects and more for Business Analysts
Interview with Kent Mcdonald on Products and more for Business Analysts.
If you would like to be featured as a guest on this podcast email baknowledgeshare@gmail.com
Great podcast with Kent who writes about and practices software product management. He has product development experience in a variety of industries including retail, fintech, agriculture, financial services, health insurance, nonprofit, and automotive. Kent practices his craft with a variety of product teams and provides just-in-time resources for product people at insideproduct.co. In this episode we go over everything from starting a project as a Business Analyst to the difference between Product Vs Project. Take a listen.
++++++++ Kents information: Website: insideproduct.co
Books can be purchased on amazon at: (Note these are not affiliate links) https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Requirements-Analysis-Software-Development/dp/0321834550/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3MJBVYLPCXWJT&keywords=kent+mcdonald&qid=1674161517&sprefix=kent+mcdonald%2Caps%2C120&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Agile-Business-Analyst/dp/1087882605/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3MJBVYLPCXWJT&keywords=kent+mcdonald&qid=1674161535&sprefix=kent+mcdonald%2Caps%2C120&sr=8-2