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195: If I Wanted To Become a Data Analyst in 2026, This Is What I'd Do
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Here is how I would approach becoming a data analyst in 2026 if I were starting over. Focusing on the right fundamentals early changes everything.
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00:00 – How I’d Become a Data Analyst in 2026
02:00 – Learning the Right Skills Through Projects
04:30 – Why Certificates Don’t Matter
06:30 – How to Stand Out and Build Trust With Hiring Managers
07:32 – Creating a Portfolio and Networking to Land the Job
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