How to Get an Analytics Job

By: John David Ariansen
  • Summary

  • Welcome to How to Get an Analytics Job, the podcast where you build the foundation for your dream career in analytics. The goal of this podcast is to tackle the shortcomings of modern education in the analytics space by giving you advice from those actively practicing the art and science of working with data.

    Our guests have included data professionals from Google, Amazon, Home Depot, PlayStation, Nordstrom and Truist (just to name a few) spanning roles from entry level, to senior, manager, VP and even a few CEOs. This has enabled us to keep a close feel for the pulse of the analytics space.

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  • Navigating Data Careers: Mental Health, Networking, and Personal Branding with Bethany Lyons
    Aug 10 2024

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    Curious about the myriad career paths in data analytics and their impact on mental health? Join us for an enriching conversation with seasoned data professional Bethany Lyons. From her initial foray into pure math studies to securing a role at Tableau, Bethany shares her insightful journey and the diverse roles she’s held. Gain a deep understanding of her work on Tableau's LOD calculations and the pivotal role of networking and SEO in career advancement.

    Building social capital is paramount for long-term success, and we discuss this vital concept extensively. Discover practical strategies for maintaining and growing your professional network, and learn the potential benefits of recording conversations and starting a podcast for broader engagement. We also delve into the utilization of AI tools to transcribe and repurpose content, along with the advantages of blending short sound bites with long-form material to captivate and nurture your audience.

    What does it take to build a personal brand as an expert in your field? We explore the influencer playbook, focusing on content-driven influencers like Leah Tarrin and Anthony Pieri, and the strategic posting on LinkedIn to promote meaningful topics such as mental health. Bethany offers valuable insights on crafting educational content and its impact on job prospects, emphasizing the importance of balancing monetization with the preservation of social capital for enduring professional relationships. Join us to uncover these and more strategies for building a successful career in data analytics.

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • How Terril Tyson Worked His Way to Analytics VP(with no degree) + Student Q&A/Portfolio Review
    Aug 2 2024

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    In this podcast episode we talk with Terril Tyson about his career. He started straight out of high school working in a call center from a bank then got promoted into an analyst position, moved into management and now is the VP for a bank. We talk about his journey and some of the lessons he learned along the way.

    Also joining this episode is my student Craig Thomas who is interested in breaking into the banking analytics space. We ask Craig an interview question and have Terril weigh in and give feedback on his answer. We end the episode with a portfolio review. Craig showcases his Maven Analytics portfolio project that used Power BI to analyze loan data.

    How to Get an Analytics Job Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/780404

    Want to work with me? Click here: https://learn.silvertoneanalytics.com/career-services/

    My resume(feel free to download it and use it as a template): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eqc1LipxCHVUHHUd3RoddzNFxp7prIjC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109026827743334369431&rtpof=true&sd=true


    Welcome to the How to Get an Analytics Job channel. Discover how you fit into the analytics marketplace, what skills you should build, and how to land your analytics dream job. Analytics agency owner John David Ariansen and his team will give you tips and tricks to land your dream job and level up your analytics career.


    Check Out Our Playlists

    How to Get an Analytics Job Podcast:

    https://lnkd.in/dMv987nm

    Greensboro College Analytics Lecture Series: https://lnkd.in/dH66tJix

    Looking to land an analytics job? Sounds like you need a solid resume... Sign up for our email list to get a free analytics resume guide: https://lnkd.in/dSqBSwQg


    Follow us on LinkedIn:

    John David Ariansen

    https://lnkd.in/dXFrGHqh

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • My Experience Landing an Analytics Job in 2024 (193 Applications 11 Interviews 5 companies 2 Offers)
    Jun 21 2024

    Send us a Text Message.

    How to Get an Analytics Job Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/780404

    Want to work with me? Click here: https://learn.silvertoneanalytics.com/career-services/

    My resume(feel free to download it and use it as a template): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eqc1LipxCHVUHHUd3RoddzNFxp7prIjC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109026827743334369431&rtpof=true&sd=true

    In this podcast episode I break down my experience landing an analytics job in 2024. It's not a great job market at the moment hence my 2.5% application to interview rate. I've applied to 193 jobs on LinkedIn and found some interesting insights from that experience that can help you in your job search.

    In this episode I break down the analytics job market and offer actionable tips to help you land your next analytics job. I also touch on my experience interviewing for analytics jobs and the tools I used to land 40% of the jobs I interviewed for.

    I wrap up the episode breaking down my experience interviewing in 2024 vs. my experience interviewing in 2017 when I was just trying to break into the analytics industry. I've learned a lot over the last 7 and a half years and those lessons really showed up during the interview process.

    Welcome to the How to Get an Analytics Job channel. Discover how you fit into the analytics marketplace, what skills you should build, and how to land your analytics dream job. Analytics agency owner John David Ariansen and his team will give you tips and tricks to land your dream job and level up your analytics career.


    Check Out Our Playlists

    How to Get an Analytics Job Podcast:

    https://lnkd.in/dMv987nm

    Greensboro College Analytics Lecture Series: https://lnkd.in/dH66tJix

    Looking to land an analytics job? Sounds like you need a solid resume... Sign up for our email list to get a free analytics resume guide: https://lnkd.in/dSqBSwQg


    Follow us on LinkedIn:

    John David Ariansen

    https://lnkd.in/dXFrGHqh

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    22 mins

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Must-listen if entering the analytics field

John David Ariansen has put together an incredible podcast for those looking to break into the analytics field. He seeks out guests with a range of perspectives that will inspire, encourage AND give you tactical advice. Regardless of career stage or background, this is the ultimate podcast for those serious about landing their first role.

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