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173: 13 Signs You’re on the Right Track to Landing Your First Data Job
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Feeling behind on your data journey? Don't worry. Today, I'll list down the 13 signs that prove you're actually ahead (even if you're actually doing just some of these).
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00:00 Introduction
00:05 #1 You can analyze data in Excel without panicking
00:52 #2 You know how to write basic SQL queries
01:17 #3 You can build a bar chart and scatter plot in Tableau or Power BI
01:59 #4 You can Google (or ChatGPT) your way through any error
02:45 #5 You can send me one portfolio project right now
03:45 #6 You talk about your data journey with friends and family regularly
05:50 #7 You’re actually applying to jobs (not just watching tutorials)
07:03 #8 You’ve joined a data community
07:48 #9 Your resume now includes (lots of) the right keywords
10:11 #10 You’ve optimized your LinkedIn for data roles
10:45 #11 A recruiter reaches out to you on LinkedIn
11:58 #12 You’ve had at least one real interview
12:52 #13 You’re comfortable not knowing everything (yet)
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