Avery and Monica discuss Monica's fascinating career pivot from IT and information systems to data analytics.

Learn how to use data in your current job, the importance of having a supportive manager, and the potential for internal career transitions.

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08:29 Transitioning to Data Analytics 14:05 The Importance of Managerial Support 18:32 Using Data in Various Professions

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Avery talks with guest Shailvi Wakhlu, a seasoned data professional who navigated her way from individual contributor to head of analytics and senior director roles.

In this episode, Shailvi shares practical tips on self-advocacy, negotiating salaries, and effectively showcasing your skills.

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(03:34) Why Self-Advocacy is Essential

(10:17) Navigating Workplace Challenges

(28:51) Encouragement for Aspiring Data Professionals

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Get insights into career transitions, the importance of networking, and the tools used in data positions in this episode!

Avery talks with data experts Steven Stark and Adam Dijans as they explore the fascinating field of operations research.

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(03:17) The Value of Data Titles (22:53) Breaking into Operations Research (34:43) Advice for Aspiring Data Professionals

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Avery Smith interviews Alex Sanchez, a high school math teacher who transitioned to a data analyst role at 7-Eleven in just 50 days.

Alex's journey is inspiring and practical. He discusses key strategies, transferable skills, and the importance of networking in a way that is immediately applicable. Whether you're aspiring to break into the data field or considering a career shift, Alex's story offers valuable insights and actionable advice.

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(04:31) Initial Challenges and Adaptability (17:06) Landing the Job: Key Strategies (24:31) The Hidden Job Market (29:04) The Importance of Networking (32:27) Transitioning from Teaching to Data Analytics

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Avery interviews Krishna, who shares his inspiring journey from an Indian engineer to a Canadian data imaging analyst in just under 100 days.

Discover how Krishna overcame numerous job rejections, leveraged the SPN method (Skills, Portfolio, Network), and used strategic networking and a refined portfolio to land his dream job.

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(10:35) The Job Hunt: Strategies and Success (17:35) Networking and Tailoring: Keys to Landing the Job (32:19) Reflections and Advice for Aspiring Data Analysts

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In this episode, host Avery sits down with Vincen, a current student halfway through a data analytics accelerator bootcamp and a pizza restaurant manager looking to pivot his career into data.

Vincent shares his journey from mortgage banking to managing a family pizza place and his motivation to break into the data field.

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(02:30) Vincent's Journey into Data Analytics (06:59) The Impact of Networking and the SPN Method (10:57) The Value of Community Support in Data Learning

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This episode features Alli Torban, a leading data information designer, sharing her career journey from a data analyst to teaching data visualization to companies like Google and Moderna.

Alli advises on becoming a data viz designer, emphasizing the significance of data literacy, tool mastery, and building a portfolio with personal projects.

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(08:16) Alli's Transition to Freelance and Starting Her Own Company (17:40) Advice for Aspiring Data Visualization Designers (21:42) Unlocking Creativity with Practical Inspiration and Prompts

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In this episode, Avery conducts mock data analyst interview sessions with two participants, Richard and Joey, employing a newly developed tool called Interview Simulator.

The interview scenarios are designed to replicate real-life interviews. They aim to prepare aspiring data professionals for upcoming job interviews by showcasing examples of good practices and areas for improvement.

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(01:40) - Tell Me About Yourself (05:31) - Explain SQL Window Function (09:55) - How Many Meeting Rooms

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