

Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST
Avery Smith - Data Career Coach
The Data Career Podcast: helping you break into data analytics, build your data career, and develop a personal brand
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Jul 5, 2023 โข 36min
65: From Music Sheet to Spreadsheets: Erin Shinaโs 90-Day Transformation from Music to Financial Data Analyst
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.
โ ๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcampโ
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
Timestamps:
(2:49) - Hybrid work is the new norm, combining office and remote setups. ๐ผ๐
(6:00) - A supportive boss is crucial in advancing your data career. ๐ฉโ๐ผ๐
(9:00) - Music therapy offers a fulfilling career path in healthcare. ๐ตโ๏ธ
(10:11) - Discover how the Data Analytics Accelerator helped Erin secure a data job. ๐๐
(14:16) - Showcase your project effectively to increase your interview chances. ๐๐ฏ
(17:25) - Put extra effort into crafting an impactful resume. ๐๐ช
(21:41) - Your current network could become a valuable referral for your next job opportunity. ๐๐
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
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Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
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Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
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Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

Jun 29, 2023 โข 32min
64: Data Portfolios, Data Analyst Interviews, and Data Storytelling: Ask Me Anything
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.
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
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?
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
๐ต TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

Jun 21, 2023 โข 26min
63: Iโve Taught 1,028 People Data Analytics (hereโs what Iโve Learned)
Over the past 5 years, Iโve taught 1000โs about data analytics.
What have I learned as a teacher?
Where have I seen the most success?
Whatโs the biggest secret to people who succeed?
In this episode, Iโll share it all :)
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
Timestamps:
(3:30) Journey: Teaching data analytics full-time for the past year and a half. ๐
(8:58) Lesson: Skills alone aren't enough to land data jobs. ๐
(13:06) Focus: Guiding students to low-barrier, rewarding data positions. ๐
(18:25) Success: Marketing, portfolio, and networking are crucial for data job seekers. ๐
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
๐ต TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

Jun 15, 2023 โข 11min
62: Unleash Your Data Superpowers with Dummy Projects
Unravel the secret sauce behind starting with dummy projects and paving your way to extraordinary success.
Come and join Avery answered Muhammadโs question on how to get create good data portfolio, and how dummy projects are helpful for upskilling.
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
Timestamps:
(5:06) - Stepping stone: Dummy projects lead to advancement. ๐ก
(6:20) - Explore: Find intriguing online project ideas. ๐
(6:45) - Learn: Embrace initial challenges for growth. โฝ
(7:20) - Mindset: Start, improve, conquer data projects. ๐
(8:00) - Resources: YouTube, webinars, podcast - career boost.
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
๐ต TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

Jun 10, 2023 โข 33min
61: Inside My Data Bootcamp: A Sneak-Peak of the Data Analytics Accelerator [Members Only]
๐๏ธ Get ready for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes episode! ๐
Dive into our members-only content, where you'll learn and gain invaluable insights on the expectations, workings, and fantastic resources of our data career bootcamp.
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity!
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
Timestamps:
(3:28) - ๐๏ธ Laying the Foundation: Build your data career from scratch!
(4:54) - ๐ค Community Support: Join a like-minded community to land data jobs!
(7:10) - ๐ฏ Learn and Upskill: Master data at your own pace!
(9:20) - ๐ Stay Accountable: Achieve your data goals with our support!
(10:57) - โค๏ธ Love Data Work: Experience the thrill of working with data!
(11:52) - ๐ Make an Impact: Change the world with the power of data!
(12:33) - ๐ฐ Lucrative Careers: Earn big with your data skills!
(12:46) - โฐ Flexible Work: Work on your terms!
(16:28) - ๐ฎ Project Power: Boost your skills with hands-on projects!
(21:57) - ๐ค Network for Success: Unlock data job opportunities through networking!
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
๐ต TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

Jun 1, 2023 โข 10min
60: Underrated or Overrated with Shashank Kalanithi - AI, Power BI, Cold Messaging & More!
What does data engineer @ShashankData think about AI, Power BI & Cold Messaging?
Listen to find out ๐
Subscribe to Shashank's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ShashankData
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/c/AverySmithDataCareerJumpstart/videos
๐ Listen to My Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/data-career-podcast/id1547386535
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/
๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/datacareerjumpstart/
๐ต TikTok: tiktok.com/@verydata
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

May 25, 2023 โข 12min
59: Will AI Replace Data Analysts?
Will AI replace data analyst? Is it going to happen? Has it already happened?
In this episode, I wanted to dig into if I actually think that's going to be the case.
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
Timestamps:
(01:00) - Brace yourself: AI has ARRIVED! ๐ค
(01:44) - Is your data analyst job in jeopardy? AI vs. Human Skills ๐ผ
(02:54) - The art of data analysis using AI ๐
(03:29) - AI is just a tool ๐งฎ
(04:01) - AI is just like Google ๐
(05:55) - Job Security? Get good at AI ๐
(07:18) - Humans make decisions โจ
(08:00) - Join the Ultimate Data Bootcamp! ๐๐ช
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
๐ต TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

May 17, 2023 โข 20min
58: The Easiest Place To Land Your First Data Job
Your dream data job might be closer than you realize.
Don't overlook the hidden gem right in front of you: internal positions.
Landing an internal job is easier than going through the external route.
๐ Join the data project club!
๐ Come to my next free โHow to Land Your First Data Jobโ training
๐ซ Check out my 10-week data analytics bootcamp
Timestamps:
(0:00) - The Best Place to Land Your First Job
(2:58) - How I Landed My First Data Job
(7:11) - Your Company Has a Data Team?
(10:22) - Network Inside Your Company
(12:54) - Use data at your current position
(14:01) - Attend Data Events
Connect with Avery:
๐บ Subscribe on YouTube
๐Listen to My Podcast
๐ Connect with me on LinkedIn
๐ธ Instagram
๐ต TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com

May 11, 2023 โข 21min
57: Want to Become a Data Analyst? Start here.
Eager to dive into a data analyst career? Discover the essential skills like Excel, SQL, and Tableau that can set you apart. Debunk the myth of needing a degree and learn why hands-on experience and a solid portfolio may be more important. Get tips on building your network and personal branding to enhance job prospects. Youโll also find out why patience is crucial in your job hunt and how practical knowledge often trumps certifications. Ready to take your first steps? This discussion is packed with actionable advice!

May 3, 2023 โข 5min
I Just Had a Baby (Small Favor)
My wife and I just had our first baby. Everyone is doing well. So Iโm taking the week off to spend time with my amazing family.
In the meantime, I would appreciate you leaving a rating for the podcast. The ratings & reviews help me stay motivated, as well as help others find the podcast. If youโre on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the Data Career Podcast page and youโll find the spot to leave a rating a review. If youโre on Spotify, you should see a rating with a star towards the top left of the page (below the podcast art). Click it and leave a rating. Iโd love to hit 50 on each platform. Appreciate you listening & have a great week.
Mentioned in this episode:โจ Find A Data Job 2.0 is Here โจJust released a BRAND NEW version of FindADataJob.com.
โ
Skills highlighted on every job โ scan a posting in seconds and know if it's a fit
โ
Seniority ranking 1โ10 โ see how senior a job actually is, no more guessing
โ
Save jobs โ bookmark roles to come back to later
โ
Salary reports โ see what data jobs are actually paying right now
โ
Skills reports โ find out which skills are in demand in today's market
โ
Work arrangement reports โ remote vs. hybrid vs. on-site breakdowns
โ
Feedback button โ tell us what to build next
GO CHECK IT OUT!!! FindADataJob.com


