Why is the Data Scientist role called the sexiest job of the 21st century? I believe it’s partly because the data science profession is constantly evolving to include new data types, new tech and tools, new modelling techniques along with an increasing ability to drive customer and business outcomes with data. The main challenge for data scientists becomes one of bandwidth. Great data scientists are highly intelligent, technically proficient, curious and creative, but even so, the world of data science is evolving too fast for most individuals to keep up with. I recently spoke with Ravit Jain to understand how data professionals stay relevant and connected to the fast-paced world of data.   Ravit is a true servant leader who has built a global online community of data lovers. Through his work as a book publisher, podcast and vlog host, content curator and conference organiser he helps hundreds of thousands of data professionals learn new skills, share knowledge and connect with each other. In this episode of Leaders of Analytics, we discuss what’s hot in data, including: How Ravit became passionate about the world of dataHow to build your career in dataThe most important trends and topics in data today and the futureThe traits that make some data science leaders stand out from the restWhy Ravit’s first advice for aspiring data professionals is to start networking with others in the industry, and much more.