From ancient bones to data bytes: Maria's journey through archaeology and analytics with a growth mindset

Ahmed Assaf and Maria Lykoudi delve into her journey from archaeology to data analytics, exploring zooarchaeology's insights into past societies' coping mechanisms during food shortages. They discuss the challenges of career transitions, the value of structured learning and mentorship, and the significance of a growth mindset in today's world. Maria shares advice on embracing change, and Ahmed closed by leaving listeners with reflective questions. (0:00) Introduction of the episode and guest (0:34) Maria's background in archaeology (1:19) The role of zooarchaeology in understanding past societies (2:24) Coping mechanisms of past societies during food shortages (4:15) Transition from archaeology to data analytics (6:07) Challenges faced during the career transition (7:52) Importance of structured learning and mentorship (9:32) Defining growth mindset and its importance today (12:34) Advice for the audience on embracing change (14:40) Closing thoughts and questions for the audience