Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST

Avery Smith - Data Career Coach
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Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST

The Data Career Podcast: helping you break into data analytics, build your data career, and develop a personal brand

  1. 148: How This High School Drop Out Became a $500k Data Analyst (Sundas Khalid)

    4 DAYS AGO

    148: How This High School Drop Out Became a $500k Data Analyst (Sundas Khalid)

    Meet  @SundasKhalid: High school dropout, immigrant, and now a powerhouse in data at Google! She shares pivotal tips for breaking into data, invaluable financial literacy insights, and how she champions salary negotiation by helping others secure higher pay. Special offer for Data Career Podcast viewers: Use the code AVERY 20 to avail of HUGE discounts from Sundas' Negotiation Masterclass: https://sklab.io/p/salary What's Sundas' REAL 6-Figure Tech Salary After 10 Years? https://youtu.be/EjJm_rcUOxY?si=YTOtXT_fLyqWzU1I 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - From high school dropout, immigrant child, to analytics lead at Google! 15:24 - Number 1 piece of advice 19:36 - AI in the workplace 24:04 - Financial literacy and salary negotiation 🔗 CONNECT WITH SUNDAS 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SundasKhalid 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sundaskhalid/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sundaskhalidd 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sundaskhalidd 💻 Website: https://sundaskhalid.com/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sundaskhalidd/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata 💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/ Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool) Premium Data Jobs Job hunting sucks. We make it suck less. Get 30+ fresh new jobs in your inbox every week. 👔 Check Out Premium Data Jobs

    37 min
  2. 147: The Surprising TRUTH About Data Science Careers (ex-Amazon data scientist Daliana Liu)

    FEB 11

    147: The Surprising TRUTH About Data Science Careers (ex-Amazon data scientist Daliana Liu)

    In this episode, I chat with Daliana Liu of The Data Scientist Show! She talks about her career journey, including her tenure at Amazon, and offers practical advice on making data science impactful in business. Tune in to discover what truly makes a great data scientist and check out Daliana's Data Science Career Accelerator course, designed to help data scientists advance their careers: https://maven.com/dalianaliu/ds-career 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 13:55 - Focusing on non-technical skills 18:07 - The importance of communication skills 23:11 - How to have positive visibility in your company 28:25 - Data Science & ML Career Accelerators 🔗 CONNECT WITH DALIANA 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCa0RTSXWyZdh7IciV9r-3ow 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalianaliu/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalianaliu/ Website: https://www.dalianaliu.blog/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata 💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/ Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool)

    31 min
  3. 146: How I Plan to Help 52 People Land Data Jobs in 2025

    FEB 4

    146: How I Plan to Help 52 People Land Data Jobs in 2025

    I won't lie, I'm pretty nervous. In this episode, I share my AMBITIOUS plan to help 52 people land their dream data jobs this year! I call it 'Mission 52,' and I'll make myself more accountable to all of you by documenting my whole journey. Learn more about PremiumDataJobs here: https://youtu.be/yELzmrEGPbU 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 01:31 - My 5 steps to help you. 02:40 - PremiumDataJobs.com 05:42 - Data Analytics Accelerator 07:18 - I need your help! 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata 💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/ Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool) Premium Data Jobs Job hunting sucks. We make it suck less. Get 30+ fresh new jobs in your inbox every week. 👔 Check Out Premium Data Jobs

    11 min
  4. 145: How To Get Ahead of 99% of Analysts

    JAN 28

    145: How To Get Ahead of 99% of Analysts

    Want to leapfrog 99% of your peers in the data analyst field (within the next THREE TO SIX months)? Tune in to discover the strategies you need! Listen to this NEXT: The ONLY Framework To Become A Data Analyst in 2025 (SPN Method) https://youtu.be/XUxWQgh3soo 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 00:06 - Become laser-focused on your 'why' 03:34 - Focus on what matters to land the job 05:37 - Quit on being quiet, share your work! 07:51 - Networking 11:44 - Maximizing Your Time 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata 💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/ Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool) Premium Data Jobs Job hunting sucks. We make it suck less. Get 30+ fresh new jobs in your inbox every week. 👔 Check Out Premium Data Jobs

    17 min
  5. 144: Why Should You Build Projects as a Data Analyst (Thu Vu’s Story)

    JAN 21

    144: Why Should You Build Projects as a Data Analyst (Thu Vu’s Story)

    How do you make data analytics fun and engaging? In this episode, I chat with YouTube sensation Thu Vu. We discuss Python's growing significance, trends in the data job market, plus get a sneak peek into her new initiative, Python for AI Projects. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 05:54 - Creating cool projects with Local LLMs 13:48 - Learning and Teaching Python for AI 24:09 - Trends in Data and Tech Job Market 🔗 CONNECT WITH THU VU 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Thuvu5 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thu-hien-vu-3766b174/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thuvu.analytics/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thuvu.datanalytics 💻 Website: https://thuhienvu.com/ Free Data Science & AI tips thu-vu.ck.page/49c5ee08f6 Master Python for AI projects python-course-earlybird.framer.website 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@verydata 💻 Website: https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/ Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool)

    34 min
  6. 143: The Secret Job Market That No One Is Talking About (Ultimate LinkedIn Hack!)

    JAN 14

    143: The Secret Job Market That No One Is Talking About (Ultimate LinkedIn Hack!)

    Are you tired of applying to job after job on LinkedIn only to hear absolutely nothing? Today I share the secret LinkedIn hack-- learn how the top 1% find fresh data roles and network directly with hiring managers, how to skip the oversaturated jobs tab, and dive into the ultimate guide to finding untouched opportunities. Visit https://www.premiumdatajobs.com/ We know job hunting sucks 😫 Let us do it for you! 🤝 ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 01:46 - Think Like the Top 1% of Job Seekers 03:22 - Step-by-Step Guide to Accessing Hidden Jobs 07:04 - PremiumDataJobs.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel 🤝 LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok 💻 Website Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool)

    10 min
  7. 142: Meet The Woman Who Changed Data Storytelling Forever (Cole Knafflic)

    JAN 6

    142: Meet The Woman Who Changed Data Storytelling Forever (Cole Knafflic)

    Help us become the #1 Data Podcast by leaving a rating & review! We are 67 reviews away! Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, author of 'Storytelling with Data' and 'Daphne Draws Data,' shares her journey from studying mathematics to becoming a leading figure in data visualization. Cole discusses her career path, the importance of clear communication in data visualization, and tips on how to make complex data understandable. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com//interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:51 Cole's Background and Career 06:25 The Importance of Effective Data Communication 13:07 Tailoring Data Presentations to Different Audiences 16:06 Practical Tips for Data Visualization 20:23 Advice for Aspiring Data Professionals 26:36 Introducing Her New Book (Daphne Draws Data)  🔗 CONNECT WITH  COLE KNAFLIC 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colenussbaumer 📕 Storytelling with Data by Cole Knafflic: https://amzn.to/3ZYHhsG 📒 Daphne Draws Data: https://amzn.to/4fJkIOt 📖 Books: https://www.storytellingwithdata.com/books 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel 🤝 LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok 💻 Website Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool)

    34 min
  8. 141: The ONLY Framework to Become a Data Analyst in 2025 (SPN Method)

    12/28/2024

    141: The ONLY Framework to Become a Data Analyst in 2025 (SPN Method)

    Help us become the #1 Data Podcast by leaving a rating & review! We are 67 reviews away! Starting a career in data can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be a guessing game. Learn how to combine skills, projects, and connections to create real opportunities. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey? Come to my next free "How to Land Your First Data Job" training 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/training 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa 👔 Ace The Interview with Confidence 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com//interviewsimulator ⌚ TIMESTAMPS 00:18 The SPN Method 00:42 Understanding the Importance of Skills 02:46 The Role of Projects in Landing a Data Job 08:20 Networking: The Key to Success 11:11 Final Thoughts and Resources 🔗 CONNECT WITH AVERY 🎥 YouTube Channel 🤝 LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok 💻 Website Mentioned in this episode: 🔮 Try DataFairy.io 100% free Want an AI assistant to help you in your data journey? Try DataFairy.io for free to help you with Excel, SQL, Python, cold messages, networking, LinkedIn, and more! 🧚‍♀️ Try DataFairy.io (the best AI tool)

    13 min
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