Avery Smith - Data Career Coach

Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST

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The Data Career Podcast: helping you break into data analytics, build your data career, and develop a personal brand

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Avery Smith - Data Career Coach

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Business

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www.datacareerjumpstart.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

167: Hiring Manager Explains: How to Become a Healthcare Analyst (Jason Bryll) 01.07.2025

Jason Bryll is a healthcare analytics expert and hiring manager with nearly two decades of experience. In this episode, Jason explains what healthcare analytics entails, why it's essential, and the role of AI in the field. More importantly, you'll learn how to stand out to hiring managers-- even in today's market! Wanna dive further into healthcare analytics? Here's your next podcast: 👉 https://d...

166: You’re Already a Data Analyst (You Just Don’t Know It) 24.06.2025

Turn your current tasks into clear, resume-ready bullets that sound more data-focused 👉 Resume Transformer: https://datafairy.io/GMM2DJKWM9 Here's a realization you need to hear: You're a Data Analyst ALREADY. You're not as far away as you think you are. In this episode, I teach you how to reframe your everyday tasks (and mind) to showcase your existing data skills, along with some real-life exam...

165: How to Earn $250k+ With Multiple Remote Data Jobs (Overemployment with Delaney William) 17.06.2025

Get your next job(s) with AI💸 and sustainably work 2-3 jobs 👉 https://go.elevatedtech.us/course-avery Enter the code AVERY20 at checkout to save 20%! What's the secret to having three six-figure jobs at once? My guest, Delaney William, cracked the code on overemployment/ job stacking and he's here to spill the beans! Is overemployment a genius move or totally unethical? Delaney shares his person...

164: I built an entire data pipeline in 30 minutes using only AI (no code required) 12.06.2025

Try Keboola 👉 https://www.keboola.com/mcp?utm_campaign=FY25_Q2_RoW_Marketing_Events_Webinar_Keboola_MCP_Server_Launch_June&utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Avery Today, we'll create an entire data pipeline from scratch without writing a single line of code! Using Keboola MCP server and ClaudeAI, we’ll extract data from my FindADataJob.com RSS feed, transform it, load it into Google BigQuery,...

163: How to Analyze Data in the New Era of AI 03.06.2025

Try Julius.ai 👉 https://bit.ly/4jn4cFF Coupon code: AVERY25 AI is transforming how we work, how we make decisions, and how we understand the world through data. In this episode, I explore how Julius AI can simplify your data tasks, automate repetitive work, and offer valuable insights in MINUTES. Dive into the future of data analysis and get ready to 10x your productivity! Get my weekly newslette...

162: This Loan Officer Became a Data Analyst WITHOUT a Degree (Ryan Ponder) 27.05.2025

Break into data analytics EVEN without a degree, just like our guest for today's episode! He's Ryan Ponder, a Data Analytics Accelerator program student who transitioned from Loan Officer to Data Analyst within his company-- without a degree. He shares how he leveraged internal opportunities and attained his new role. Tune in and learn actionable steps for making an internal pivot and overcoming c...

161: Entry Level Data Jobs That Are ACTUALLY Entry Level 20.05.2025

Struggling to break into data analyst roles because you have no experience? In this episode, I reveal 6 overlooked, easier-to-land entry-level data jobs that can kickstart your data career. I also provide 7 reasons why these roles are worth considering! 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in y...

160: She Became a Data Analyst AFTER a 20-Year Career in Physical Therapy (Melody Santos) 13.05.2025

Melody Santos has successfully transitioned from a physical therapist to a revenue analyst in a few months! In this episode, she shares three main steps that expedited her journey, her struggles with imposter syndrome, and offers valuable advice for anyone looking to pivot into a data career. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpst...

159: Is The Google Data Analytics Certificate ACTUALLY Worth It? (FULL REVIEW) 06.05.2025

If you're thinking about doing the Google Data Analytics Certificate, you need to hear this: DON'T. In this episode, I list five reasons why it is a waste of time. The ONLY Framework to Become a Data Analyst in 2025 (SPN Method): https://youtu.be/XUxWQgh3soo?si=v3SQV3zJ4h0jH1uQ 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newslet...

158: I Analyzed 2,893 Data Analyst Job Postings to Find Out What Skills You ACTUALLY Need to Get Hired 29.04.2025

🎯 I analyzed 2,893 data analyst job postings so you don’t have to, and here’s what I found: **You might be wasting your time learning the wrong skills.** Find out how to pivot your career the data-driven way and stay ahead of the game. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your data journey?...

157: How She Became a Data Analyst Through Blogging (Megan Bowers) 22.04.2025

Megan Bowers took an unconventional path to break into the data world. Starting from a self-guided Data Science Bootcamp, she shared her journey through blogging and gained millions of views, and then BOOM! Job offers and monetization opportunities flooded. This is her story. 📌 Interested in blogging for my publication? Get on this interest list: https://tally.so/r/3l4xQW 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring da...

156: I Built A Game That Simulates Your Data Career Journey 15.04.2025

YOU want to break into data analytics but not sure where to start? This interactive choose-your-own-adventure episode will help you! Get ready to make real-life decisions that will shape your data career. Play now and see where your choices take you. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your...

155: This Teacher Became a Data Analyst AFTER a 25-Year Career (Cynthia Clifford) 08.04.2025

Cindy Clifford, a seasoned educator of 25 years, refused to let age or past career define her. She used her skills honed as a teacher and pivoted to data analytics! If you feel you're too old to pivot and become a data analyst, it's never too late-- dive into Cindy's story. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter...

154: How This Delivery Driver Became a FAANG Data Analyst in 100 Days (Jen Hawkins) 01.04.2025

Jen Hawkins went from delivering pizzas to becoming a six-figure data analyst at a FAANG company in just 17 weeks. In our chat, she shares her Data Accelerator Program journey, how she used her background and new skills to stay motivated, land job offers, and eventually achieve her dream role. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumps...

153: How to Become a Data Analyst w/o Applying 1000 Jobs (ft. Steve Dalton) 25.03.2025

I talk with job search expert Steve Dalton about his radical approach to landing your dream job-- WITHOUT applying online! As the author of 'The Job Closer' and 'The 2-Hour Job Search, Steve advocates for a networking-based strategy and explains the importance of asking for advice rather than referrals. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datac...

152: This is How Much $$$ You ACTUALLY Make as a Data Analyst 18.03.2025

In this episode I'll show you what it takes to land data analyst jobs! I'll provide in-depth insights and tips for six data analyst positions with salaries ranging from $35K to $200K-- and why should you apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in...

151: Women in Data: Career Advice from 6 GENIUS Data Analysts 11.03.2025

Over the past 1000 days, I've interviewed some of the brightest minds in the data world. And in today’s episode, you’ll hear genius career advice from 6 of my favorite female data analysts. They’ll teach you what it’s like working in data, and help you learn what it takes to actually land a data job. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacare...

150: 9 Huge LIES About Becoming a Data Analyst Nobody Talks About 04.03.2025

In this episode, I uncover the nine biggest LIES about landing a data job. Maybe what's stopping you from pursuing a data career is just a big lie. No College Degree As A Data Analyst YT Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo0oTKi2fPNjHi6iXT3Pu68kUmiT-xDWs Don’t Learn Python as a Data Analyst (Learn This Instead): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVhURHXMSlA 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data...

149: I Asked DeepSeek How to Become a Data Analyst (It scared me) 25.02.2025

I tested DeepSeek-- an emerging AI platform that makes ChatGPT look ancient! I asked it to outline a comprehensive roadmap for becoming a data analyst. What it said scared me (Spoiler: it basically copied my SPN Method)! Listen to NEXT: My interview with StatQuest! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqtQUg4mZ9I 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www....

148: How This High School Drop Out Became a $500k Data Analyst (Sundas Khalid) 18.02.2025

Meet  @SundasKhalid : High school dropout, immigrant, and now a powerhouse in data at Google! She shares pivotal tips for breaking into data, invaluable financial literacy insights, and how she champions salary negotiation by helping others secure higher pay. Special offer for Data Career Podcast viewers : Use the code AVERY 20 to avail of HUGE discounts from Sundas' Negotiation Masterclass:...

147: The Surprising TRUTH About Data Science Careers (ex-Amazon data scientist Daliana Liu) 11.02.2025

In this episode, I chat with Daliana Liu of The Data Scientist Show! She talks about her career journey, including her tenure at Amazon, and offers practical advice on making data science impactful in business. Tune in to discover what truly makes a great data scientist and check out Daliana's Data Science Career Accelerator course, designed to help data scientists advance their careers: https://m...

146: How I Plan to Help 52 People Land Data Jobs in 2025 04.02.2025

I won't lie, I'm pretty nervous. In this episode, I share my AMBITIOUS plan to help 52 people land their dream data jobs this year! I call it 'Mission 52,' and I'll make myself more accountable to all of you by documenting my whole journey. Learn more about PremiumDataJobs here: https://youtu.be/yELzmrEGPbU 👩‍💻 Want to land a data job in less than 90 days? 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/...

145: How To Get Ahead of 99% of Analysts 28.01.2025

Want to leapfrog 99% of your peers in the data analyst field (within the next THREE TO SIX months)? Tune in to discover the strategies you need! Listen to this NEXT: The ONLY Framework To Become A Data Analyst in 2025 (SPN Method) https://youtu.be/XUxWQgh3soo 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuc...

144: Why Should You Build Projects as a Data Analyst (Thu Vu’s Story) 21.01.2025

How do you make data analytics fun and engaging? In this episode, I chat with YouTube sensation Thu Vu. We discuss Python's growing significance, trends in the data job market, plus get a sneak peek into her new initiative, Python for AI Projects. 💌 Join 10k+ aspiring data analysts & get my tips in your inbox weekly 👉 https://www.datacareerjumpstart.com/newsletter 🆘 Feeling stuck in your da...

142: Meet The Woman Who Changed Data Storytelling Forever (Cole Knafflic) 06.01.2025

Help us become the #1 Data Podcast by leaving a rating & review! We are 67 reviews away! Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, author of 'Storytelling with Data' and 'Daphne Draws Data,' shares her journey from studying mathematics to becoming a leading figure in data visualization. Cole discusses her career path, the importance of clear communication in data visualization, and tips on how to make complex...

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