Data Ideas Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dustin Schimek
The Data Ideas podcast shares what analytics makes possible, by honoring great work and the individuals that do it.
Seth Forbes, MBA, MS Digital Technology, joins the podcast to discuss: - Breaking into the analytics field - What’s helped Seth as a data analyst coming from a nontraditional background - Working in marketing analytics - How to learn & practice communication skills that benefit data practitioners - What it means to "build in public" and the powerful impact this can have on your development - Practical LinkedIn & personal branding tips for technical professionals - Ways aspiring analysts can get involved in Seth's many community and educational opportunities Follow Seth on LinkedIn (where you can also find the other resources discussed!): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethforbes/ The Analyst Dispatch (free weekly newsletter) https://seth-forbes.mykajabi.com/email-subscribe TikTok: quietlyambitiousanalyst
Morgan Depenbusch, PhD gives tons of practical advice in this episode that can change the game for your data career. This includes insights on:
- How to apply real principles from behavioral science to influence with your work in data (we get a sneak preview of content in her newly released "The Analytics Influence Playbook")
- Data visualization and storytelling
- The growing field of People Analytics
- +Personal branding, her experience working at Google and general career guidance for data practitioners
"The Analytics Influence Playbook" discussed on the episode, as well as Morgan's self-paced course, newsletter and other resources are available here:
https://stan.store/morgandepenbusch/
You can also follow Morgan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgandepenbusch/
Evelyn Cates discusses her career journey & working in analytics at Disney + her advice for practitioners on data storytelling & communicating insights!
Follow Evelyn on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/evelyntcates/
Michelle Dunivan, PhD, Senior Director, Insights & Analytics at Best Friends Animal Society joins to discuss: -Her career journey in data -The mission of the Best Friends Animal Society -How data & analytics work supports this mission -What it's like to work in data & analytics at a mission-driven organization -Her advice for today's practitioners and those interested in a leadership role in data +more!
You can follow Michelle on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-dunivan/
You can learn more about the Best Friends Animal Society here:
https://bestfriends.org/
Brian Julius joins to share about Model Context Protocol (MCP), including:
- What MCP is in simple terms
- The opportunities and efficiencies it creates
- Possible implications for data practitioners and their careers
Follow more of Brian's content on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjuliusdc/
Brian's "Data Mad Science" YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@DataMadScience
Oliver Hughes, CEO @ Count, joins to discuss his journey into analytics & launching his company. He shares insights on how organizations can get clarity out of the abundance of data available to them and a framework that data teams can use for delivering this.
Follow Ollie on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughesoliver/
Ollie's Company:
https://count.co/
Kristen Kehrer joins to discuss her:
- New book "Susie's School Bus Solution, A Computer Vision Story"
- Process for writing a book (she has authored two others), and translating technical topics into easy-to-understand principles
- Journey to hosting a major industry podcast -- "Mavens of Data"
- Perspective on the the current data jobs market
Links to follow Kristen and find her content:
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-kehrer-datamovesme/
Data Moves Me:
https://www.datamovesme.com/
Kristen's Books:
Susie's School Bus Solution: Kehrer, Kristen, Rabito, Sinem Kılıç: 9781634626965: Amazon.com: Books
Machine Learning Upgrade: A Data Scientist's Guide to MLOps, LLMs, and ML Infrastructure: Kehrer, Kristen, Kaiser, Caleb: 9781394249633: Amazon.com: Books
Amazon.com: Mothers of Data Science eBook : Strachnyi, Kate, Kehrer, Kristen: Kindle Store
Albert Bellamy joins to discuss his transition from the military into data & analytics, as well as his advice (and resources) for navigating today's data jobs market.
Follow Albert on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellamy-al/
Major Data YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@Major_Data
Albert's Business Website:
https://themajordata.com/
Lindsay Hummel joins to discuss pivoting from data analysis focused roles to other types of roles in tech. She also discusses her experience giving and hosting TEDx talks, provides advice on how to position your experiences for advancement and more!
Lindsay's LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayhummel/
Sonali Kumar, People Analyst, Podcast Host & LinkedIn Top Voice joins to discuss the growing field of people analytics, overcoming fear as a data professional and approaches to getting started (& benefits of) public speaking.
Links & resources mentioned during the episode:
Sonali Kumar on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kumar-sonali/
Your Guide to Breaking into People Analytics with Sonali Kumar:
https://topmate.io/sonali_kumar/1472481
The Society for People Analytics:
https://societyforpeopleanalytics.org/
"Success Beyond Our Greatest Fears" Podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7FctPQgfRZseMxBnq72FWZkvl9S78LMB
Maven Analytics Courses & Training Platform (affiliate link):
https://mavenanalytics.io/promo/spring-savings?via=sonali
Jena Zangs, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at the University of St. Thomas joins to discuss her career journey into a senior leadership role in data. She also shares advice for new graduates entering their first data roles, networking tips and recommendations for practitioners looking to build AI ready skillsets.
Jena's LinkedIn Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaz/
Mrs Data Science Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/mrs_data_science/
Data Connect Conference, hosted by Women in Analytics & Women in Data:
https://www.dataconnectconf.com/
Data Scientist Scott DeGeet joins to discuss his career journey into data science & AI, and his advice as a data science coach.
Scott on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottdegeest/
Scott's "Map to Mentorship" article:
https://www.correlation-one.com/blog/a-map-for-mentorship-thoughts-on-building-an-advisory-council
interos.ai blog:
https://www.interos.ai/blog/
Hannah Rounds discusses her data career journey from being a practitioner within a large retail organization to being a leader in client-facing consulting. She also discusses what its like working in analytics in the CPG, manufacturing and financial industries, and gives her advice for those seeking to upskill for a role in analytics in the next 2-3 years.
You can follow Hannah on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrounds/
Avery Smith, Founder of Data Career Jumpstart, joins for a discussion on upskilling, trends in the data jobs market, personal branding tactics and more!
Avery Smith on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyjsmith/
Data Career Jumpstart:
https://datacareerjumpstart.com/
Avery's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@averysmith
Data Career Podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/1nfBfEtCmuvJkPQgR3bS5a
Nisar Ahmed is the creator of the BizNis Intelligence YouTube channel, which contains data education content as well as episodes of The Data Nerd Podcast (also available on all major podcast platforms). Nisar is also a data analytics course instructor and practitioner. He joins to discuss his advice for getting into teaching, as well as the impact content creation can have on one's career.
Nisar's LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/biznisintelligence/
BizNis Intelligence / The Data Nerd Podcast on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@BizNisIntelligence
Sekou Tyler joins for a discussion on how to build SQL skills in 2025, what it takes to move up in the data & analytics field and advice for those considering consulting.
Sekou's LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sekoutyler/
Royal Blue Analytics (Sekou's Company):
https://www.royalblueanalytics.com/
SQLSekou YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@SQLSekou
Sekou's presentation at Tableau Conference 2025:
Salesforce+ Ten-Minute Tableau: Rapid Insights from DataFam’s Best
Ten Minute Tuesday Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5RB4iGVGu9xxhCaeoCunxA
Collin Smith, Director, Data School Operations at The Information Lab US & the Accessibility Tableau User Group Leader joins for a conversation.
Collin's LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinsmith106/
The Data School's website:
https://www.thedataschool.com
Susan Walsh, The Classification Guru, joins to share insights on how & why to network, the importance of improving data quality and the impact of properly classifying supplier and spend data.
Find Susan on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanewalsh/
Check out Susan's Book "Between the Spreadsheets: Classifying and Fixing Dirty Data:"
Amazon.com: Between the Spreadsheets: Classifying and Fixing Dirty Data: 9781783305032: Walsh, Susan: Books
Susan's company's website, including more info on Samification:
https://www.theclassificationguru.com/
Quick walk through of why and how I (Dustin) create my weekly jobs rundown post published to LinkedIn. We will be back with another guest next week!
My LinkedIn profile and posts can be found here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinschimek/
Data practitioner and career coach Isaac Tucker-Rasbury joins the Data Ideas Podcast for episode 54.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuckerrasbury/
topmate: https://topmate.io/isaac_tucker_rasbury
Dustin Schimek presents on the latest trends in data analytics related job postings, during the "Data Jobs Report" session at the Data Careers Summit, held in February 2024.
You can follow Dustin on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinschimek/
What are hiring managers looking to hear in interviews for data analytics roles? How do you best position yourself and your experience to get hired? This panel discussion explores the topic and gathers perspectives from those who have been hiring managers for jobs in the data fields.
It was held at the Feb 2024 Data Careers Summit, and was moderated by Brandi Beals and Dustin Schimek.
Panelists include Tara Lauritsen and Brian Julius. More on each below:
Tara Lauritsen is a results-driven data analytics leader with over a decade of experience consulting, leading, and developing all aspects of an end to end data life cycle. She specializes in setting the vision, establishing a strategic plan, and implementing that plan to build data excellence across an organization. She brings a people-first mindset and values all the relationships she has built in her career. You can learn even more about (and from!) Tara Lauritsen by following her on LinkedIn! Brian describes himself as a "lifelong data geek", having spent his entire 35-year career in business intelligence, policy analysis and implementation, economic consulting, litigation support, and survey research. He has worked as a data analyst, economist/data scientist, and in multiple executive positions leading data-related teams and projects, as well as developing and implementing recruiting and hiring strategies for data professionals. You can learn even more about (and from!) Brian Julius using the links below:
Brian has an extensive collection of video content on the Enterprise DNA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EnterpriseDNA Also, be sure to follow Brian Julius on LinkedIn where he posts daily on Data Analysis, Power Bi, Data Careers and AI.
Cait Sojka and John Heisler give "lightning talks" on applied business use-cases for modern analytics at the Data Careers Summit on Feb 23rd, 2024! Cait's talk focuses on use-cases enabled by Alteryx that you can immediately get started with, while John's talk focuses on using SQL/data engineering skills and how to position yourself.
More on Cait:
Cait has provided more than 1000 students from 100 different companies with data analytics training. She is Tableau Desktop Analyst certified, a certified Tableau sub-contracted instructor, and is Alteryx Designer Core and Advanced certified. Cait is a member of the Austin Tableau User Group Advisory Board, is in the top 4% of Tableau Community Forum best answer leaders, and was a speaker at the 2023 Tableau Conference.
More ways to follow Cait Sojka: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitsojka/
More on John:
John's career path has meandered from neuroscience, to database administration, data engineering, data science, and data leadership. He is excited to have recently joined Snowflake as a Senior Sales Engineer for the Financial Services team. He is passionate about learning from his peers, sharing his experiences, and mentoring others as they embark on their own journeys.
Be sure to follow John Heisler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jheisler/
Sekou Tyler and Andy Kriebel give "lightning talks" on building a portfolio at the Data Careers Summit on Feb 23rd, 2024! Sekou's talk focuses on building a portoflio using Power BI, while Andy's talk focuses on using Tableau Public.
More on Sekou:
Sekou Tyler is a self-proclaimed “data geek”: a computer aficionado who combines the scientific elements of data analysis with the narrative properties of data visualization. Sekou is a highly experienced and results-driven data analytics Independent Consultant.
With over 10 years of expertise in the field, he has a proven track record of helping businesses transform their data into actionable insights, driving informed decision-making and improved performance.
More ways to follow Sekou Tyler's awesome content: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sekoutyler/ twitter.com/sqlsekou instagram.com/sqlsekou https://www.youtube.com/@SQLSekou
More on Andy:
Andy Kriebel is a data visualization expert, master trainer, one of DataIQ's Top 100 Most Influential People in Data and a member of the Tableau Visionary Hall of Fame. Over the last 2 decades, he has helped thousands of people develop great careers in data by sharing tips, tricks, and insights on data visualization, data analysis and Tableau on his YouTube channel and blog.
Check out the links below to learn more from/about Andy Kriebel: - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andykriebel/ - Website - https://andykriebel.com/ - Blog - https://www.vizwiz.com/ - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/andykriebel - Next-Level Tableau - http://nextleveltableau.com/ & be sure to join the best Tableau training program in the world: - join.andykriebel.com
How do you get a first role in data, if you haven't previously had a data related title? This panel discussion explores the topic and real life stories of those that have done it!
It was held at the Feb 2024 Data Careers Summit, and was moderated by Laura Venos.
Panelists include:
Laura Venos (Moderator), Director of Career Services for the MS Business Analytics program at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lvenos/
Kelly Adams, Data Analyst at Golden Hearts Games
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjianadams/
Liliana Torres, Data Analyst Leader
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilianactorres/
Jennifer Rash, Solution Consultant for a global software engineering firm
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashdesign/
Eva Murray (Data & Tech Career Coach, Confidence Builder & Startup Advisor) delivers the keynote session at the Data Careers Summit on February 23rd, 2024. Her keynote focused on helping you stand out in the data industry by discovering your own personal niche, unique to you!
Eva Murray is an experienced data professional with 13+ years of experience helping organisations make the most of data and technology solutions. She has worked across the spectrum of consulting, industry, and vendor organisations, focusing on data analysis and visualisation as well as data platforms. As a career coach Eva enables people to find a clear direction, create a career that excites them and allows them to use their talents at work every day. You can learn more from & about Eva by:
Following her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evamurray1/
Visiting her website: https://evamurray.co.uk/
Joining her newsletter: Stride - Your fortnightly dose of career advice
In this episode of the Data Ideas podcast, Brandi Beals interviews Nicole Mark (an award-winning Data Engineer & Tableau Ambassador). They are also joined by Randall Buchman, who is the Founder & CEO of the company Nicole works for, Pleasantrees. This discussion highlights:
- the dynamic between a data-driven CEO and experienced data professional
- how their company is investing in both data skills and capabilities.
- how data is used to drive decision making at their company and scale its growth
Find Nicole Mark on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-mark/
Keshia Otradovec, CLSSBB joins Brandi Beals and Dustin Schimek for a discussion on data governance. We discuss:
-What data governance looks like in practice
-Common challenges organizations face
-How organizations can start working towards implementing data governance
-The ingredients needed for best-in-class data governance
-How individuals can get into the data governance field themselves
+plenty more!
Links referenced during the episode:
Keshia's LinkedIn page:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshiao/
Keshia's company, Continuus Technologies:
https://www.continuus-technologies.com/
Alexander Izydorczyk, Founder of Cybersyn, joins Brandi Beals for a discussion on data-as-a-service. Alex shares his passion & expertise on economic data, why he founded Cybersyn and the opportunities presented by using economic data delivered on Snowflake's data cloud platform. Alex on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-izydorczyk-86390759/
Learn more about Cybersyn & provide feedback:
https://docs.cybersyn.com/
Find Cybersyn on Snowflake Marketplace:
https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listings/Cybersyn%2C%20Inc
Check out Alex's blog:
https://magis.substack.com/
João Sousa, who has experience as a data scientist, consultant, and startup founder, shares his perspective on how you can position yourself to be a trusted advisor within the business. We discuss the value of being embedded within a line-of-business, why communication and business understanding is the missing link for successful data projects, and badminton. Links: João Sousa | LinkedIn Data Book Club
An Alteryx Ace AND Tableau Ambassador? Brandi Beals and I interview the distinguished Chris Williams about his journey to the mastery of two leading technologies. More on Chris: Chris Williams is the founder and CTO of Precision Analytics Group. Chris has over 27 years of experience in designing, leading, and implementing full life cycle Business Analytics and Predictive Analytics. He's also an Alteryx ACE and Tableau Ambassador. Be sure to follow Chris on LinkedIn, and check out his company page (linked to above & below)!
Chris Williams | LinkedIn
Precision Analytics Group: Overview | LinkedIn
Chris also referenced Joshua Burkhow during this episode, who was interviewed in episode 36:
Transitioning to a Career in Analytics (with Joshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx) - Data Ideas | Podcast on Spotify
As well as Brandi Beals, who co-hosted this episode as was also featured in episodes 12 & 38:
Finding Game-Changing Analytics Projects - Data Ideas | Podcast on Spotify
The Data Book Club & New Opportunities (with Brandi Beals) - Data Ideas | Podcast on Spotify
Learn how artificial intelligence will impact your career as a data analytics professional. Sonny Rivera, Senior Analytics Evangelist at ThoughtSpot walks us through:
- The impact AI is having on professionals right now
- How you can use it to advance your data career
- Important trends to consider
- What leaders need to consider for their organizations to benefit from AI
- How Sonny recommends keeping up with trends in AI
This conversation featuring Sonny Rivera, Brandi Beals and Dustin Schimek was broadcast live on Friday, December 8th.
Links:
Sonny Rivera | LinkedIn
Top 10 data analytics trends in a Gen AI world - 2024 (thoughtspot.com)
Secchi Founder Mike White joins for an informative discussion on:
- How he got interested in HR, as well as data & analytics
- His journey into HR leadership, and how he used data & analytics to advance his career
- How data & analytics can be used to revolutionize employee management, benefiting both companies and individuals
- His advice for individuals looking to make an impact with HR analytics
- Trends in HR analytics and what the future landscape might look like
- The reasons he founded his software company, Secchi and what its been like transitioning from a corporate HR career to the tech industry
You can follow Mike White on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-white-secchi/
Check out his company, Secchi at www.secchi.io
Links to other references made during the episode:
Episode #27 of the Data Ideas Podcast featuring Dr. Serena H. Huang, Ph.D.:
https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/26114448
Drive (Book) by Daniel Pink:
Amazon.com: Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us (Audible Audio Edition): Daniel H. Pink, Daniel H. Pink, Penguin Audio: Audible Books & Originals
Sawyer Nyquist shares his expertise on data architecture and the considerations organizations must make in developing a best-in-class modern data & analytics strategy.
Follow Sawyer on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sawyernyquist/
Check out Sawyer's free "Invaluable Data Team Bootcamp" -- a special release for listeners of this podcast episode!
https://www.thedatashop.co/value
Skilled data engineers are in high demand! Pooja Jain, a renowned expert with a wealth of expertise and experience in the field, takes time to discuss with me:
-How she entered a career in data engineering
-The importance of data engineering in the technology and business world today
-What she likes about data engineering and the types of projects she works on
-Some of the latest trends in terms of skills and tools to consider
-How she'd recommend you learn data engineering
If you're interested in learning more about this type of role and work, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode AND follow Pooja on social media:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooja-jain-898253106/
BONUS: Pooja has a new LinkedIn Learning course coming out soon, which she mentnions in the episode and we will include in the episode notes once its available!
Season 2 of the Data Ideas Podcast is underway! In episode 1, I talk with Brandi Beals, co-host of the Data Careers Summit and host of the Data Book Club. Brandi walks us through:
-How the Data Book Club was formed
-What it's like to participate in it
-How you can sign-up
And more! We also discuss other new opportunities that are coming up through a collaboration between the Data Careers Summit, Data Book Club and Data Ideas podcast.
Links referenced during episode:
https://www.brandibeals.com/p/databookclub.html
https://datacareerssummit.com/
Nicholas Lowthorpe is a Communication & Data Visualization Expert and creator of the The 5CS Data Visualization System. In this episode, we revisit a live event I hosted with Nicholas, discussing how your data visualizations and projects can command attention within your organization.
You can learn more about Nicholas on his LinkedIn page:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholaslowthorpe/
Joshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist at Alteryx, joins the Data Ideas podcast for a discussion on:
-Making a career transition into the analytics field
-Learning Alteryx and developing a passion for it
-His approach and recommendations for learning new data skills
-The program and intiatives Alteryx has invested in to support data education
-How data skills & literacy impact an organizations analytics maturity (and how you can find out where your organization stands)
Links referenced during our discussion:
Josh's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaburkhow/
Josh's New Book "Alteryx Designer: The Definitive Guide" - https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/alteryx-designer-the/9781098107512/
Alter Tricks Blog: https://www.altertricks.com/
Alteryx Data Scorecard: https://www.alteryx.com/data-scorecard
SparkED Analytics Education Program: https://www.alteryx.com/sparked
DOD SkillBridge: https://skillbridge.osd.mil/index.htm
Kedeisha Bryan discusses how she successfully transitioned and self-taught her way into a career in data, as well as how she has since:
- Moved from an internship to a senior role
- Obtained both data analytics and data engineering roles
- Built a successful personal brand
- Launched an organization that is creating a community of mentors for those learning data & analytics skills
- Started authoring two books
- Became a LinkedIn Learning instructor
If you're considering launching a data career, or are seeking to move up in your existing data career, this is a must-listen episode!
It seems every parent is looking for ways to reduce the amount of screen time their kids are allowed to have. Gulrez Khan has a solution that can also help them learn a critical new skill -- data visualization! In this episode, we discuss his new book that explains how you can educate your kids on the principals of data visualization by "drawing data."
Link to Gulrez Khan's new book:
Drawing Data with Kids: Cultivating Data-Literacy: A Screen-Free Journey through the Art of Visualization for Kids: Khan, Gulrez: 9798395081483: Amazon.com: Books
Link to Gulrez Khan's LinkedIn profile:
Gulrez Khan | LinkedIn
Laura McDonald, Enterprise Account Executive at ThoughtSpot takes time to:
- Share her career journey
- Explain what self-service analytics means to her
- Provide her expertise & perspective on search & interactive analytics
- Walk through some of the challenges & opportunities organizations have with implementing modern analytics initiatives
+much more. This is a thought provoking discussion you won't want to miss!
Related links from the discussion can be found here:
- Laura McDonald | LinkedIn
- ThoughtSpot | LinkedIn
- The Data Chief podcast
- Sunny Bedi: 29.10 minutes in - ThoughtSpot Beyond Analytics conference 2022 keynote (Talks about courage to end the life of legacy platforms)
- HP deriving value from data with ThoughtSpot; Interview with Juergen Kallinger, VP and head of reporting and analytics at HP.
- Endeavour Group consolidates dashboards (from a recent Gartner Data & Analytics Summit, presentation by Endeavour Group Sr Mgr of Business Intelligence Ivan Dennis)
- Gartner Top trends in data and analytics in 2020...#2 Decline of the dashboard
- Northmill Bank interview with CFO
- Loan Market Group projects 14x increase in MAUs with embedded ThoughtSpot
- ThoughtSpot 2023 Beyond Conference
To build a best-in-class data & analytics function at your organization, the right people are needed. In this episode, we revisit a presentation I (Dustin) gave on how to attract & retain analytics talent.
In this episode, I discuss healthcare analytics with Dylan Clark. Dylan has a wealth of experience in this field, and is currently Associate Vice President of Data & Analytics at OU Health. We discuss what it's like to work in healthcare analytics, the many transformative use-cases in the field and where it may be headed in the near future. If you've had interest in getting into the growing field of healthcare analytics, you'll want to be sure to listen to Dylan's perspective!
Links:
Dylan's LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-c-b71650103/
OU Health Job Postings:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ouhealth/jobs/
Healthcare Data and Analytics Association:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-data-and-analytics-association/
Sangeeta Krishnan is author of "Thriving in a Data World" and Senior Analytics Lead, Commercial NA at Bayer. In our discussion, we talk about:
- Her career journey and path to becoming an author
- What it means to THRIVE with data & analytics
- The book writing process
- The right foundations needed for successful data & analytics initiatives
- And of course, her favorite use-cases for modern analytics
You can check out Sangeeta's book "Thriving in a Data World" here:
https://www.amazon.com/Thriving-Data-World-Leaders-Managers/dp/1637424167
You may also follow Sangeeta on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sangeeta-krishnan/
In this episode, I talk with Scott Taylor, Author of "Telling Your Data Story" and The Data Whisperer / Principal Consultant at MetaMeta Consulting. In this insightful, humorous and example-filled discussion, we talk all things data management, including:
--What data management is
--Why its critical, especially for organizations under pressure to put data & analytics programs in place
--Why most organization's don't have a successful data management strategy
--What it looks like when successful data management IS in place
--How to start to "Tell Your Data Story" so you can get the investment needed to build a great data management strategy!
Links referenced during the episode:
GET SCOTT'S BOOK : Telling Your Data Story - Data Storytelling for Data Management 20% off with code: DATAWHISPERER https://technicspub.com/data-storytelling/
Please Follow Scott on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmztaylor
Too Much Tech Talk? (A Puppet Service Announcement) https://youtu.be/_JQ3HriEK0E
Capitalize Consulting was recently recognized as the Global Alteryx Partner of the Year. In this episode, I discuss lessons learned along the way to building an award-winning analytics firm with it's Managing Partner, Eric Soden.
Eric shares advice based upon his wealth of experience gained from:
--successfully delivering projects across various industries and types of organizations
--working in both corporate and consulting-based roles
--becoming a successful leader and entrepreneur in the field
He also shares about the many opportunities presented by modern automation & analytics capabilities!
Eric Soden on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-soden/
Capitalize Consulting:
http://www.capitalizeconsulting.com/
Episode 27 features an interview with Dr. Serena H. Huang, Ph.D. Dr. Huang is a globally recognized expert in the field of people analytics. She is currently the CDO of ABE.work, as well as Founder of Data with Serena. Previously, she held the roles of Global Head of People Analytics for PayPal, as well as Global Head of People Analytics for The Kraft Heinz Company.
Dr. Huang is also the instructor of the LinkedIn Learning course "The Data Science of using People Analytics." She is also developing a new series of courses on people analytics to be released through LinkedIn in 2023.
In this episode, we discuss what people analytics is, why the field is growing rapidly and some of the many use-cases for people analytics. We also learn more about Serena's new company (ABE.work), as well as her transformative work through her organization "Data with Serena."
Links:
Follow Serena on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/serenahhuangphd/
Learn more about ABE.work:
https://abe.work/
Learn more about Data with Serena:
https://www.datawithserena.com/
"The Data Science of using People Analytics" LinkedIn Learning course:
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/the-data-science-of-using-people-analytics
Jay Henderson joins me for episode 26 of the Data Ideas podcast.
Jay is the Senior Vice President of Product Management for Alteryx.
In our discussion, we talk about:
-How Jay became interested in data & analytics
-His advice to future leaders in the field
-What Alteryx is
-Some of Jay’s favorite use-cases for Alteryx & modern analytics in general
-As well as some of the new functionality Alteryx has recently released
Here are the links referenced during our discussion:
Jay Henderson on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/jay_henderson
Jay Henderson's LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendersonjay/
Alteryx's website:
https://www.alteryx.com
Alteryx's careers website:
https://www.alteryx.com/about-us/careers
In episode 25, I discuss data literacy with Allen Hillery.
Allen is the Founder of Be Data Lit, and is also a social ambassador for Tableau.
In our conversation, we learn more about: -What Data Literacy means -Why it's lacking, and -Allen's mission to increase it
Given it's valentines week, we also encourage listeners to share some data love, and thank others in the field that help or inspire them!
Links referenced during episode:
Be Data Lit website: https://bedatalit.com/
Allen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenhillery/
Allen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlDatavizguy
Mico on LinkedIn (received appreciation shout-out from Allen): https://www.linkedin.com/in/micoyuk/
Sean Miller on LinkedIn (received appreciation shout-out from Allen): https://www.linkedin.com/in/hipstervizninja/
Check out the #DuBoisChallenge on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=duboischallenge
If you've ever considered or wanted to learn more about getting Tableau Desktop certified, this episode is for you! Adam Mico, author of "Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification," joins me to discuss:
-His career journey
-His new book "Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification"
-What Tableau certification is and who should consider it
-What it means to be a Tableau Visionary
-Some of his favorite use-cases for Tableau & modern analytics
Links referenced during this episode:
Adam Mico's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammico/
Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamMico1
Tableau Desktop Certification information on Tableau's website: https://www.tableau.com/learn/certification/desktop-specialist
Link to Adam's book on Amazon: Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification: A prep guide with multiple learning styles to help you gain Tableau Desktop Specialist certification: 9781801810135: Computer Science Books @ Amazon.com
Link to Adam's book on packt's website: https://www.packtpub.com/product/tableau-desktop-specialist-certification/9781801810135
Regardless of your role, this conversation is relevant to you.
You'll leave it with an improved understanding of what data monetization is and why its so important to be thinking about it!
Data Juice & Infonomics author Doug Laney joins me for a discussion on the extraordinarily impactful topic of data monetization.
In our conversation we discuss:
- How Doug got into the data & analytics field
- What it means to monetize data
- Examples of how organizations can monetize their data
BONUS: Doug has made a generous offer to giveaway 12 free copies of his new book to listeners of this episode. Be sure to listen to the end to learn how to enter for free!
Links referenced during the episode:
Doug's LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglaney/
Doug's Courses on Coursera:
https://www.coursera.org/instructor/dblaney
Doug's Work at the University of Illinois:
https://giesbusiness.illinois.edu/profile/douglas-laney
West Monroe (the company Doug works for):
https://www.westmonroe.com/
Episode 22 features an interview with Sonali Kumar.
Sonali works in the growing field of HR analytics, and is also the Co-Founder of Data in Motion.
In our discussion, we talk about:
-How Sonali got into the analytics field
-What HR analytics is, and some examples of how it can be applied
-as well as the mission of her organization “Data In Motion” – and how it provides training, resources, and live events for those looking to grow their data skills!
Links on topics referenced during our discussion are below:
Link Tree for Data in Motion:
https://linktr.ee/data_in_motion
Link Tree for Sonali's Content:
https://linktr.ee/Sonali_K
Sonali's LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kumar-sonali/
Directionally Correct Podcast (referenced during discussion):
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/directionally-correct-a-people-analytics-podcast/id1629158392
This episode features an interview with Paul Moxon.
Paul is the SVP Data Architecture and Chief Evangelist at Denodo.
In our discussion, we talk all things data virtualization, including:
- What it is
- The impact it can make
- Some intriguing use-cases (for data virtualization & modern analytics)
Links referenced during the episode:
Data Virtualization Blog: https://www.datavirtualizationblog.com/
Denodo's website: https://www.denodo.com/
Paul's LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmoxon/
Denodo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/denodo
This episode features part-2 of a 2-part series on a potentially underrated topic in analytics.
In this segment, part-2, we continue the discussion on the use of gamification, getting the perspective of sales enablement leader Ben Schneider.
Ben has lead sales enablement initiatives at multiple organizations & was also recognized by Training Magazine as an “Emerging Leader To Watch.”
If you’re interested in what could potentially be a low-cost but high-impact use-case for your data, you’ll want to catch each of the abbreviated episode releases on this topic.
This episode features part-1 of a 2-part series on a potentially underrated topic in analytics.
In this segment, part-1, I interview CRM/CX expert Shantanu Goswami, to kickoff a discussion on the use of gamification.
If you’re interested in what could likely be a relatively low-cost but high-impact use case for your data, that drives team results, you’ll want to catch all 10-minutes of this abbreviated episode.
Be sure to give part-2 a listen to get additional ideas on this topic, which will be included in the next episode release.
Most companies have business applications producing data. That data often has rich insights available in it, but it can be challenging for analysts to access it in a sustainable manner.
Episode 18 features an interview with Portable Founder & CEO Ethan Aaron. Ethan used his background in business & data to start a company that's actively solving this challenge. In this episode, he'll walk through how his company's no-code/low-code solution is making this happen.
Links referenced during episode:
Ethan's company - https://Portable.io
Portable ETL Connector Catalog: https://www.portable.io/connectors
Ethan's LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethanaaron/
Episode 17 features a blueprint for organizations looking to get started with analytics in 2023.
I gave this presentation during a live event to start this past year, and the suggestions I walk through are just as relevant as we enter this year.
So whether you’re looking to jumpstart an analytics program for your company, the functional area you manage, or simply within the context of your role, this episode is for you!
Link to Dustin's LinkedIn profile: www.linkedin.com/in/dustinschimek
In this episode, Kristen Kehrer shares a machine learning project that solved a very practical problem faced by her household! She walks us through the background behind the project, and the approach she took to build it. This provides listeners with a unique opportunity to consider use-cases for machine learning, while also learning more about how they can produce these solutions themselves!
Kristen is the founder of Data Moves Me, hosts the Cool Data Projects Show and is Developer Advocate for CometML.
You can check out the links mentioned in the interview below:
Kristen's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-kehrer-datamovesme/
Data Moves Me website: https://datamovesme.com/
More on the main project discussed in the interview: https://datamovesme.com/2022/10/10/object-detection-using-yolov5-opencv-tutorial/
CometML's website: https://www.comet.com/
This episode features an interview with Kate Strachnyi. Kate is the Founder of Datacated and most recently, the author of the new book “ColorWise.”
In this episode, we discuss how Kate got interested in the application of color in data analytics, why it’s important and what the process of writing a book looks like.
We also get a sneak preview of what her next book will be!
Links referenced during the episode:
ColorWise book info: https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/colorwise/9781492097839/
DATAcated (Kate's company) Website: https://www.datacated.com/
Follow Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-strachnyi-data/
Episode 14 features an interview with Abisola Oni. Abisola works in the Fintech industry in Lagos, Nigeria, and is Africa's first Tableau Visionary. In this episode, we discuss what the analytics community looks like in Lagos, what it means to be a Tableau Visionary and her advice for those entering the data analytics field right now. Below are links referenced during the interview:
DataFest Africa:
https://datafestafrica.com/
Abisola's LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abisola-oni/
Episode 13 of the Data Ideas podcast features an interview with the entire leadership team of the popular & growing "Business Intelligence and Analytics Athens" Meetup group.
In this fun group discussion, we explore their story of building a thriving analytics community in Athens.
You'll also learn more about industries leveraging BI & analytics in Athens, as well as some of the use-cases that have been presented by their group members.
Their group can be found here on the "Meetup" website:
https://www.meetup.com/business-intelligence-and-analytics-athens/
Link to their YouTube page & past meeting recordings:
https://www.youtube.com/@athensbianalyticsmeetup8882
Leadership Team Members & LinkedIn Profiles:
Ismini Savvala
https://www.linkedin.com/in/isminisavvala/
Lefteris Mantelas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lefterismantelas/
Konstantinos Konstantos
https://www.linkedin.com/in/konstantinos-konstantos-06910128/
Konstantinos Vyzas-Asimakopoulos
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvyzas/
This episode features an interview with Brandi Beals, who is an Analytics leader in every sense of the word.
She is an Analytics Manager, Tableau Ambassador, host of the Data Book Club, co-host of the Data Careers Summit and frequent contributor to articles and training sessions.
Knowing what to work on and when can be a huge challenge for data analysts and leaders.
In this episode, Brandi shares with us her process for identifying, prioritizing and implementing the right analytics projects at the right time.
Episode 11 of the Data Ideas podcast features an interview with CARTO’s Geospatial Advocate, Helen McKenzie.
As a Geospatial Advocate, she seeks to get people and organizations HYPED about Location Intelligence!
In this episode, Helen shares from her wealth of experiences in geospatial analytics, including some of her favorite use-cases, her work on CARTO’s blog and what you’re missing if you’re NOT leveraging geospatial analytics.
Helen's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenmckenzie003/
CARTO's blog: https://carto.com/blog/
CARTO Academy: https://academy.carto.com/
Episode 10 of the Data Ideas podcast features an interview with DataDrive Founder, Luke Komiskey. Luke's experience has taught him much about the importance of the human aspect in driving transformational change with analytics. He shares this experience with us and explains the practical implications of making (or not making!) a data culture human-centered.
Link to Luke's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/komiskey/
Link to DataDrive's website: https://godatadrive.com/
Episode 9 of the Data Ideas podcast features an interview with Harvey Smolic.
Harvey is the Founder of Graphite Note, a Predictive Analytics, Auto ML, and Data Storytelling Platform
We explore the possibilities that low code machine learning makes possible, who can utilize it and some of the most impactful use-cases.
You can learn more about Graphite Note and Harvey at the links below:
Graphite Note's website (Free trail available): https://graphite-note.com/
Harvey's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrvoje-smolic-harvey/
Episode 8 of the Data Ideas podcast features an interview with Analytics Evangelist Heidi Kalbe.
In this episode, we discuss a range of topics, including the importance of speaking up and what it means to make the world better with data.
We also talk about what it looks like to be a Tableau Ambassador, Heidi's work in data evangelism and her favorite use-cases for analytics.
Links to follow Heidi, her work and the communities she leads: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-kalbe-174607b7/ Heidi's website: http://heidikalbe.com/ Heidi's blog: http://queenofdata.net/ Heidi's Tableau Public site: https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/heidi.kalbe#!/ Woodmark Consulting website: https://www.woodmark.de/
Episode 7 of the Data Ideas podcast features an interview with Leon Gordon, Microsoft MVP.
In this episode, we discuss the central theme of the importance of community in analytics. This includes the role of social media, data challenges and user groups. We discuss the benefits communities offer to both analytics professionals, as well as those outside of the field.
We also get to know Leon further, the work he does and some of his favorite use-cases for analytics!
Links to follow Leon, his work and the communities he leads: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-gordon/ Pomerol Partners website: https://pomerolpartners.com/ UK Power BI User Group: https://community.powerbi.com/t5/Powe... dataDNA challenge (LinkedIn group): https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9075495/
The sixth episode in our podcast features a recording of the sixth session in the "IMPACTFUL ANALYTICS" series broadcast on LinkedIn Live by Data Ideas. This episode features an interview with Julia Fryk and Olga Rosales. Julia and Olga are both data community leaders, that have experience building an analytics function from the ground up. This session will highlight the key ingredients to getting an impactful analytics program off the ground. From the tech required, to the role of internal marketing promoting the value of analytics -- Julia and Olga have done it all with great success. Join us to learn how you can do the same!
The fifth episode in our podcast features a recording of the fifth session in the "IMPACTFUL ANALYTICS" series broadcast on LinkedIn Live by Data Ideas. This series featured data leaders making a real impact! Episode #5 features an interview with Kavita Behera, author of #TheWeeklyChart
Kavita is a leader in the data visualization community. Every week, she creates an original infographic paying tribute to a particular chart type. Her unique work stands out from other guides -- as it regularly includes stunning visuals created for each chart variation, intuitive explanations of how to use them and practical examples applying real use-cases. Don't miss this interview with Kavita!
The fourth episode in our podcast features a recording of the fourth session in the "IMPACTFUL ANALYTICS" series broadcast on LinkedIn Live by Data Ideas. This series featured data leaders making a real impact! Jeremy Anderson is a data visualization expert, using his skills to make an impact in the supply chain field. In this session, Jeremy will walk through a supply chain dashboard case-study. He'll explain the key elements to include & recommend opportunities to apply data visualization best practices.
The third episode in our podcast features a recording of the third session in the "IMPACTFUL ANALYTICS" series broadcast on LinkedIn Live by Data Ideas. This series featured data leaders making a real impact!
"Instant Results Using Excel for Data Analytics" featured Matt Brattin, Founder of TMB Analytics and author of "Excel for Analytics."
Overview of the session topic:
Matt Brattin is a VP Analytics for a software company and owner of TMB Analytics. He is also author of the popular guide "Excel for Analytics." Matt will show us his guide and walk us through how Excel can still be more impactful than ever in the data analytics field. You'll leave ready to make an instant impact at your organization using Excel!
The second episode in our new podcast features a recording of the second session in the "IMPACTFUL ANALYTICS" series broadcast on LinkedIn Live by Data Ideas. This series featured data leaders making a real impact!
"Getting Results from Data Science in Green Tech" featured Data Scientist Dr. Kinga Stryszowska-Hill, Ph.D.
Overview of the session topic:
The benefits of the remarkable climate resilience work being done by Kinga Stryszowska-Hill, Ph.D. are many. From increasing long-term sustainability of our communities, to saving long-term costs and benefiting our overall environment, her work is one of the most impactful applications of data science in existence.
Tune in to this episode to learn more about Kinga's approach to data science!
BONUS: If you want to learn more about using R for data science, you won't want to miss this!
The first episode in our new podcast features a recording of the first session in the "IMPACTFUL ANALYTICS" series broadcast on LinkedIn Live by Data Ideas. This series featured data leaders making a real impact!
"Critical Tactics for Presenting Data at the Executive Level" featured Chris Tauber, Editor, Data for Execs Magazine
Overview of the session topic:
Small changes in approach to how data is presented in business presentations can make a big impact. Poorly presented data can result in an uninterested, confused audience. While well presented data often commands attention from key stakeholders and serves as a catalyst for transformation. Join this interview with Chris to learn how anyone can present impactful data.