The View on Data

dbt Labs, Inc.

The View on Data is a monthly roundtable podcast by dbt Labs, where women in data share unfiltered stories, career lessons, and real talk about what it takes to thrive in the world of data and tech. Hosts: Lauren Benezra, Lead Analytics Engineer at dbt Labs Paige Berry, Lead Data Analyst at dbt Labs Grace Goheen, Product Manager at dbt Labs Faith Lierheimer, Lead Technical Instructor at dbt Labs Erica Louie, Senior Analytics Manager, EPD at dbt Labs Created by Bolaji Oyejide. Produced by Katie Chubb.

Episodes

  1. 07/11/2025

    Data and the art of balance

    In data, there's always more to do. More metrics, more dashboards, more to learn. But what happens when "more" becomes too much? In this episode of The View on Data, Ric, Faith, Paige, and Jerrie share how they've learned to slow down, set limits, and define success on their own terms. They talk about: • Why burnout can sneak up on even the most passionate people • Boundaries that protect deep work and personal time • Redefining what "growth" means in different seasons of your career • The guilt of saying no (and why it's okay) • Finding joy outside of work through creative outlets and rest A real conversation about balance, burnout, and what it means to build a career you can actually enjoy.

    58 min

  2. 03/10/2025

    The art of data-driven decision making

    In this episode of The View on Data, hosts Faith McKenna, Paige Berry, and Erica 'Ric' Louie, along with new co-host Jerrie Kenny, explore the intricacies of data-driven decision-making, the importance of data quality, and effective communication of data insights. They discuss the challenges of working with imperfect data, the significance of asking the right questions, and the balance between intuition and data analysis. The conversation also delves into visualization techniques and the importance of tailoring data presentations to different audiences. The episode concludes with valuable advice for data practitioners on navigating their careers and improving their data communication skills. Takeaways Data-driven decisions vary in definition across organizations. Understanding the purpose of data quality is crucial for effective decision-making. Asking the right questions can lead to better data insights. It's important to recognize when data doesn't need to be perfect. Empowering stakeholders to make decisions with available data is key. Experimentation with data can lead to innovative solutions. Effective communication of data requires understanding the audience. Visualizations should tell a clear story and highlight key insights. Data practitioners should not shy away from pushing back on unrealistic expectations. Summarizing data insights effectively is a valuable skill.

    52 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    Work smarter, not harder

    Perfectionism. Over-engineering. Spending way too much time on regex code that should've just been a copy-paste. In this episode of The View on Data, Faith, Ric, and Grace swap stories about the times they brute-forced their way through data work, and the lessons learned when they finally stepped back. They discuss: Why "good enough" is sometimes the smartest path How automation (and dbt) can actually free you up to focus The messy reality of context switching and burnout Making space for life outside of work (improv, pottery, and laying on the floor count) It's a candid look at what it takes to do data work without letting it consume you. Created by Bolaji Oyejide, produced by Katie Chubb, and edited by Jeff Fox.

    56 min
  4. Imposter Syndrome

    22/08/2025

    Imposter Syndrome

    In this episode of The View on Data, hosts Lauren Benezra, Faith Lierheimer, Erica Louie, and Paige Berry get real about a feeling so many data professionals experience but don't always talk about—imposter syndrome. Through honest reflections and personal stories, they explore: • The pressure to constantly prove your worth • How feedback, even when hard to hear, can be a sign of trust • The emotional labor behind self-doubt • The tools and support systems that help rebuild confidence From grad school to leadership roles, and therapy to group chats, the conversation covers what it's really like to navigate feelings of inadequacy and how community, self-awareness, and reframing your story can make a difference. Whether you're new to data or years into your career, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone, and you're not the only one who sometimes feels like an imposter. Created by Bolaji Oyejide, produced by Katie Chubb, and edited by Jeff Fox.

    53 min
  5. How to Start a Career in Data

    14/08/2025

    How to Start a Career in Data

    Welcome to the very first episode of The View on Data, a new monthly roundtable podcast from dbt Labs. In this kickoff conversation, we get to know your hosts, Lauren Benezra, Paige Berry, Grace Goheen, Faith Lierheimer, and Erica Louie, as they share their journeys into the world of data. You'll hear how theater majors, political science buffs, and Excel lovers all found their way into data careers, and how mentorship, resilience, and a lot of learning (sometimes even on the fly) helped shape their paths. Highlights include: • How COVID changed career plans • Why "Excel is a gateway drug" • The power of mentorship (and second chances) • How storytelling skills can make or break a data career • Life lessons from wearing costumes at conferences (!) Throughout the conversation, the hosts create the safe, unfiltered space that The View on Data is all about, sharing real experiences, real lessons, and the realities of working in tech today. New episodes drop once a month. Subscribe and stay tuned! Created by Bolaji Oyejide, produced by Katie Chubb, and edited by Jeff Fox.

    1h 8m
  • 5 Episodes

About

The View on Data is a monthly roundtable podcast by dbt Labs, where women in data share unfiltered stories, career lessons, and real talk about what it takes to thrive in the world of data and tech. Hosts: Lauren Benezra, Lead Analytics Engineer at dbt Labs Paige Berry, Lead Data Analyst at dbt Labs Grace Goheen, Product Manager at dbt Labs Faith Lierheimer, Lead Technical Instructor at dbt Labs Erica Louie, Senior Analytics Manager, EPD at dbt Labs Created by Bolaji Oyejide. Produced by Katie Chubb.

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  • Creator
    dbt Labs, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
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