Data Career Podcast Avery Smith - Data Career Coach

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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Timestamps:

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



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This is a mock job interview in which Avery the interviewer asks a series of common but important questions to gauge the interviewee's fit for a new company with a dynamic environment.

Questions cover reasons for seeking a new job, decision-making examples, handling deadlines, dealing with difficult co-workers, problem-solving skills, adapting to change, plans, and salary expectations.



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Timestamps:

(00:08) - Getting to Know You: Background and Aspirations
(01:25) - Decision Making and Problem Solving in the Workplace
(02:15) - Handling Deadlines and Difficult Co-workers
(03:58) - Adapting to a New Company's Challenges
(05:48) - Future Goals and Salary Expectations



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Join Avery on the latest episode of the Data Career Podcast as he sits down with Brent Dykes, the genius behind 'Effective Data Storytelling'. 🎙️

Discover the six game-changing elements of a data story, learn from the most common mistakes, and uncover the secrets to captivating your audience with every data presentation! 💡

Don't miss out on Brent's practical tips for transforming dull data into captivating stories – tune in now and take your data career to new heights! 🔥



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Timestamps:

(03:57) Dive into Audience Psychology!
(12:51) Master the Six Essential Elements!
(19:08) Avoid Common Storytelling Mistakes!
(26:52) Ace Job Interviews with Storytelling!



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In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, Avery chats with Josh Starmer, PhD, also known as StatQuest on YouTube, about the common fear of math and statistics, and how to overcome it.

They delve into Josh's journey from hating math to becoming a beloved statistics YouTuber, his unique approach to making complex statistical concepts accessible, and the importance of understanding one's learning style.



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Timestamps:

(01:54) - Learning Styles and Overcoming Math Fear
(07:03) - The Illustrated Guide to Machine Learning: A Must-Read
(21:55) - The Practicality of Statistics: Learning by Doing
(28:07) - The Birth of StatQuest: Transforming Teaching with YouTube
(33:27) - Learning in Public: The Impact of Sharing Knowledge



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In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, Avery interviews Ken Jee.

They delve into Ken's unique path into sports analytics, starting from his personal experience as a golfer and his curious inquiry that led to an internship and gradually crafted a niche in sports data science.



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▶️ Ken Jee Official Youtube Channel

▶️ Ken's Nearest Neighbors Podcast

🏀 The Exponential Athlete Podcast



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Timestamps:

(09:54) Deep Dive into Golf Analytics
(18:16) Ken's Personal Journey into Sports Analytics
(24:49) Breaking into Sports Analytics
(29:16) The Power of Networking and Creating Opportunities



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In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, Avery interviews Eric Cuentas, a chemical engineer who turned into a data analyst and career coach.

They discuss obstacles when pursuing career goals and highlight the importance of determining genuine motivations to align with prospective roles.

They also discuss practical ways to overcome fear in the career transition process, emphasising the essentiality of consistent networking and the crucial role of resumes in the job application process.



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Timestamps:

(04:36) - Eric's Unique Career Journey
(10:01) - Overcoming Fear in Career Transition
(24:34) - The Importance of Job Titles in Career Progression
(26:09) - The Job Search Process: Common Mistakes
(28:15) - The Reality of Job Rejections
(31:37) - The Impact of Networking in Job Search
(37:41) - The Impact of Consistent LinkedIn Engagement



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