In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Avery Smith, founder of Data Career Jumpstart and host of the Data Career Podcast. Tune in as we discuss Avery's journey from a chemical lab technician to a data analyst, his unique SPN method for breaking into data careers, and practical advice on learning skills, building portfolios, and networking. Avery shares inspiring career pivot stories and insights on how to leverage AI and other tools in the data analytics field.

Panelists:

• Avery Smith, Data Scientist @ Data Career Jumpstart - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes:

• Data Career Podcast
• Megan's apperance on the Data Career Podcast
• Alteryx SparkED program for career changers

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.

This week on Alter Everything, we chat with Scott Jones and Treyson Marks from DCG Analytics about the history and misconceptions of AI, the importance of data quality, and how Alteryx can serve as a powerful tool for pre-processing AI data. Topics of this episode include the role of humans in auditing AI outputs and the critical need for curated data to ensure trustworthy results. Through real-world use cases, this episode explores how AI can significantly enhance analytics and decision-making processes in various industries.

Panelists:

• Treyson Marks, Managing Partner @ DCG Analytiocs - LinkedIn
• Scott Jones, Principal analytics consultant @ DCG Analytics - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes:

• DCG Analytics

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.

In our episode of Alter Everything, we interview Monica Kay Royal, founder of nerdnourishment, about her career transition from IT auditing to data analytics. Monica chats with us about her initial exposure to data analytics, the development of an internal data analytics program, the tools she used, and her career advice for those looking to pivot into data-focused roles! She also talks about how she builds her personal brand, her career coaching business, and her upcoming LinkedIn learning course.

Panelists:

• Monica Kay Royal, Audit Analytics & AI Consultant @ nerdnourishment - @MonicaRoyal, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes:

• Building a Data-Driven Audit
• nerdnourishment
• IIA
• ISACA

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.