How can you work with a recruiter in your data journey? Listen to find out!

Katie and Bobby from Hire-Fit share their insights on creating a killer LinkedIn profile, tailoring your resume to stand out, and making human connections that will make a lasting impression on hiring managers.

Listen if you want a leg-up in the job hunt!

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(28:47) - LinkedIn is KING for recruiters & applicants

(35:48) - Work smarter, not harder in your job search

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Join TikTok star, Elijah Butler, a Data Analyst at Humana, as we discuss his journey into data analytics, share valuable insights about the importance of networking, and ponder over the necessity of a master's degree in the field.

The episode provides an interesting blend of professional and personal life experiences and is packed with valuable advice for anyone aspiring to advance their career in data analytics. Don't miss out on these insights!

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(8:37) - Elijah's Journey becoming a data analyst

(17:00) - Networking matters more than you think

(21:00) - Master the tools

(35:11) - Book recommendations

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SQL is the most important data skill you can learn on your journey. And it doesn’t need to be complicated. In this episode, dive into a short SQL introduction, basic SQL commands and know how SQL can help you land your data job.

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(06:01) - How to get better in SQL

(08:41) - SQL commands to know

(20:48) - Come join FREE SQL hands-on Workshop

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Join Avery Smith with Daniel Botero, an expert in helping international STEM students navigate the job market in the US, as they discuss the challenges and strategies for landing a job as an immigrant in the data career field.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and tips for success in this competitive job market.

Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation, available now on the Data Career Podcast!

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Timestamps:

(05:20) - The job market is tough

(20:13) - Ask for advice, not referral

(35:58) - Hiring is like investing, be the best investment

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Join Avery Smith as he chats with data visualization expert Hana M.K. about the importance of presentation skills for data professionals in this engaging episode of the Data Career Podcast.

Discover how Hana helps data professionals improve their presentation abilities and land their dream jobs as she shares valuable insights and resources.

Don't miss out on this episode filled with tips, advice, and inspiration to become a skilled data presenter – tune in now to the Data Career Podcast with Avery Smith and special guest Hana M.K.!

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Timestamps:

(09:33) - Start practicing your presentation NOW

(19:46) - The SECRET of presenting data effectively

(29:05) - No one WANTS to see your code. Show this instead.

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Join Avery Smith as he chats with data analytics expert Matt Mike about the secrets to building impressive data analytics projects.

In this episode, Matt Mike shares valuable insights on the importance of creating unique projects and why building from scratch challenges you to become a true expert in the field, helping you stand out and speak passionately about your work in interviews.

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Timestamps:

(03:00) - Matt’s story from teaching to data

(20:23) - Building Personal Projects

(35:55) - LinkedIn networking is essential for data job hunting.

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Join host Avery Smith, with Excel expert Matt Brattin about mastering data analytics with Excel in this episode of the Data Career Podcast.

From customizing shortcuts to leveraging advanced functions, Matt shares tips and tricks to take your Excel skills to the next level.

Get insights from an industry pro and boost your chances of landing your dream data job.

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Timestamps:

(07:53) - 5 Concepts of Excel you should know

(20:35) - Top Excel Shortcuts

(26:54) - Can you make a dashboard in Excel?

(30:20) - Excel is like Thor’s hammer

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Join Avery Smith with special guest Tim Beecher to discuss his incredible journey from a locksmith to a successful data analyst in this inspiring episode of the Data Career Podcast.

Discover how Tim's determination, networking skills, and project-based learning led him to a fulfilling career and learn valuable tips on how to make a similar transformation in your life.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights and practical advice from Tim's experiences - tune in now!

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Timestamps:

(09:27) - Why data analytics

(10:18) - Get paid to learn data

(24:14) - Using your network to land a job

(36:04) - Day in the life as a Marketing Data analyst

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In this episode, Avery shows you how you can become a Data Analyst in just 90 days.

Join him as he debunks the myths, provides practical advice, and inspires you to achieve the seemingly impossible.

You got this. Tune in and level up your data career today!

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Timestamps:

(05:44) - Stop thinking small

(06:40) - Speed is key

(15:12) - Portfolio, experience, shadowing, learn from others

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Join Avery Smith and Jordan Temple in this episode of the Data Career Podcast.

Jordan shares his insights on breaking into the data industry with a non-technical background, leveraging skills in Power BI and the power of a solid online presence.

Tune in now to gain inspiration and guidance for your data career journey.

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Timestamps: (07:02) - Excel + Power BI

(12:20) - Landing a job with a DM

(15:10) - Hybrid > Remote

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Join Avery for a captivating episode with Data Consulting expert Leon Gordon, to delve into the world of data consulting and the skills needed to excel in this field.

Don't miss out on this fascinating conversation filled with valuable insights and advice for data professionals looking to make a difference as consultants.

Tune in now to better understand the data consulting industry and how you can navigate your way to a successful career!

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Timestamps:

(5:56) - Data Consulting

(9:45) - Power BI

(25:00) - Data Projects

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

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Join me with Tableau expert Andy Kriebel about data visualization tips! 📊

Andy shares his expertise to help you level up your data skills, from creating purposeful dashboards to the power of dot maps.

Tune in now and take your data visualizations to the next level! 🎧

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Timestamps:

(11:15) - When dealing with time series, your best friend is the versatile line chart 📈

(13:34) - Dive into dot maps for super-detailed visualizations 🌍

(17:30) Want to compare rankings over time? Bump chart!📊📈

(21:10) Keep your graphs simple and spiced up with context📉

(26:45) Dashboards should tell a story; ensure they have a purpose and context to keep folks engaged. 📋💡

(34:27) Prepping for an interview? Be chatty, be prepared with your interviewers. 🗣️🤝

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In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, I sit down with Luke Barousse, a data analyst and data star on YouTube, to discuss the impact of AI on the role of data analysts.

We delve into the question of whether AI will replace data analysts or enhance their work, sharing insights and perspectives on the topic.

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Timestamps:

(05:22) - ChatGPT Code Interpreter

(09:09) - Will AI Steal Your Job?

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What skills should you learn when studying to be a Data Analyst?

Join me with data legend Luke Barousse to discuss where you should focus your time.

Is it Python? Is it SQL? Is it Excel? Is it Power BI?

Listen to find out 👀

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Timestamps:

(03:42) - Analyzing 1.2M data jobs (DataNerd.tech)

(06:21) - The most important data skills

(12:13) - More senior skills

(22:52) - Data job titles

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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Join me with data interview expert Nick Singh to discuss how to ace your data science and analytics interviews, from preparation tips to tackling SQL technical questions, in this must-listen episode of the Data Career Podcast—you won't want to miss it!

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Timestamps:

(16:10) - 📊 Best interview tips

(36:30) - 🔄 Mock interview practice

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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Join me in this week's episode as I share real success stories from participants in the Data Analytics Accelerator program. 🧑🏽‍🎓

These are REAL stories from REAL people like you, going through their journey. Some of their wins are big like data analyst job offers. Others are small and just include posting on LinkedIn or reaching out to a recruiter.

Featuring tips on resume and LinkedIn profile optimization that led to interviews and job offers, proving that small changes can make a big impact in your data career journey—tune in now!

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Timestamps:

(02:55) - 📊 The Job Market is HARD.

(04:58) - 💼 Story 1: Interviews

(7:33) - 👩‍💻 Story 2: Quick Wins

(09:25) - 💌 Story 3: Cold Messaging

(10:36) - 💰 Story 4: Senior Job Offer

(13:40) - 🚀 Story 5: Small Wins

(14:37) - 🎓 Story 6: Job Offer

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If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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Want to know what it takes to land your dream data analytics job?

Dr. Serena Huang, an ex-PayPal Analytics Executive, spills the beans and shares invaluable tips on standing out in the hiring process. 🫘

She also discusses what People Analytics is & how to learn more.

Whether you're a new grad or a seasoned professional looking to make a career transition, this episode has got you covered!

Tune in now and unlock the possibilities. 🎧

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⏯️ Linkedin People Analytics Course II

Timestamps:

(04:58) - 🚀 What is People Analytics

(17:09) - 🌟 Keys to getting hired in data

(25:06) - 📊 What makes a good data team

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To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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In this episode, Andrew Madson, an experienced data analytics professional & hiring manager, shares valuable insights and tips on transitioning into the field of data analytics. 💠

We discussed what ACTUALLY gets you hired, how to make good data projects, & how to pivot into the data field.

Whether you're just starting your data career journey or looking to make a pivot, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧

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Timestamps:

(03:46) - 📈 The Surprising Skill You Need

(13:20) - 🎙️ Make Your Data Projects Clear

(20:28) - 🔍 Data Skills You Should Know

(29:11) - 🌐 Networking: Your Gateway to Career Success!

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Join me and the man who has interviewed 300 data analysts, Jesse Morris, in this episode as we discuss what it is like to get hired as a data analyst.

Throughout the episode, Jesse imparts golden nuggets of wisdom, shedding light on what employers seek in prospective candidates, why being a data analyst is awesome, and what tools you should use along the way.

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Timestamps:

(05:53) - The Data Analyst Hiring Process 💎

(17:48) - Attitude, passion, & communication > Technical Skills 😎

(25:03) - Things you can do to stand out in the job hung 📈

(31:44) - Volunteering for a non-profit can help you land a job 🤝

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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In today's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing the incredible Brad Yarbro, a senior data scientist at Protective Life. 🎙️

His journey from an economics student to a data professional is beyond inspiring.

Listen and get inspired to kickstart your own data career! 📊💼

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Timestamps:

(05:18) - 🌟 Gain Work Experience: Opportunities for Students!

(12:18) - 💼 From Analyst to Supply Chain Guru: A Journey

(16:37) - 📊 Data Pros Unite: Meet the Data and Business Teams

(22:06) - 📸 Quality Analysis with Cutting-Edge Tech in Defense

(29:12) - 💡 Data Career Advice: Networking Leads to Success

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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In this episode of Data Career Podcast, I explore Data Analytics vs Data Science, highlighting key differences and stress the fluidity between data science and analytics. Don't miss it!

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Timestamps: (00:56) - Predictive Analytics: Foreseeing the Future 🔮📈 (01:43) - Diagnostic Analytics: Unraveling "Why" 🕵️‍♂️🔍 (02:10) - Analytics in Book Sales 📚📊 (03:09) - Data Scientists: Masters of Prediction 🧠🎯 (03:56) - Decoding Data Analytics vs. Data Science 🗝️💻 (05:26) - Gateway to Success: Landing a Data Job 🚪💼

Connect with Avery: 📺 Subscribe on YouTube 🎙Listen to My Podcast 👔 Connect with me on LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

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🕵️‍♂️ Curious about the mysterious hiring process of a data career? Find out how Megan McGuire narrows down candidates and assesses skills in the podcast. Get insider knowledge on code assessments, interviews, and what it takes to land the dream data role! 💪📈

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Timestamps:

(02:14) - The Value of Junior Analysts

(12:12) - Curiosity and Problem Solving in Data Analytics

(21:46) - Be the perfect candidate for specific company rather than a pretty good candidate

(24:15) - How drive, experience and upskilling set up interviewee success

(28:59) - Show off your skills with your Tableau Public or GitHub Profile

(36:53) - Rejections aren't necessarily your fault

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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In this episode, Marijn Markus & I talked about what it is ACTUALLY like being in the data field, how he transitioned from social science to data science, & discuss some real-world data use cases.

Marijn also shared his experience managing data teams, what makes a good junior hire, why you might not need machine learning, & much, much more.

You don’t want to miss this episode!

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Connect with Marijn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marijnmarkus/

Timestamps:

(4:40) - Diverse backgrounds matter for programming and stats! (17:42) - Model explanations matter for business (21:00)- The real reason why generative AI became big in December (25:24) - Focus on what you know, not what you don't know (30:14) - You can't control the interview session? Think again!

Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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Join us as we interview my bootcamp student Erin Shina who recently pivoted her career from music therapy to a financial analyst role at Fortune 50 company Humana.

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Timestamps:

(2:49) - Hybrid work is the new norm, combining office and remote setups. 💼🏠

(6:00) - A supportive boss is crucial in advancing your data career. 👩‍💼🚀

(9:00) - Music therapy offers a fulfilling career path in healthcare. 🎵⚕️

(10:11) - Discover how the Data Analytics Accelerator helped Erin secure a data job. 📊🔍

(14:16) - Showcase your project effectively to increase your interview chances. 📂🎯

(17:25) - Put extra effort into crafting an impactful resume. 📄💪

(21:41) - Your current network could become a valuable referral for your next job opportunity. 🌐🔗

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

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In this episode, Avery took a unique approach by going live on LinkedIn and letting the audience ask any question they wanted.

Join us as we dive deep into Avery's insights and practical tips to help you navigate the world of data.

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Timestamps:

(3:09) - What should I have on my portfolio?

(05:24) - How to build a project?

(06:11) - How to stay organized?

(07:08) - Starting w/ Data Science Projects

(16:00) - How to become a better storyteller?

(21:18) - What to do if you're not landing any interviews?

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Mentioned in this episode: Join the last cohort of 2025! The LAST cohort of The Data Analytics Accelerator for 2025 kicks off on Monday, December 8th and enrollment is officially open!

To celebrate the end of the year, we’re running a special End-of-Year Sale, where you’ll get: ✅ A discount on your enrollment 🎁 6 bonus gifts, including job listings, interview prep, AI tools + more

If your goal is to land a data job in 2026, this is your chance to get ahead of the competition and start strong.

👉 Join the December Cohort & Claim Your Bonuses: https://DataCareerJumpstart.com/daa https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/daa