Start a brand-new career in data analytics with no-nonsense advice from a self-taught data analytics consultant
In How to Become a Data Analyst: My Low-Cost, No Code Roadmap for Breaking into Tech, data analyst and analytics consultant Annie Nelson walks you through how she took the reins and made a dramatic career change to unlock new levels of career fulfilment and enjoyment. In the book, she talks about the adaptability, curiosity, and persistence you'll need to break free from the 9-5 grind and how data analytics--with its wide variety of skills, roles, and options--is the perfect field for people looking to refresh their careers.
Annie offers practical and approachable data portfolio-building advice to help you create one that's manageable for an entry-level professional but will still catch the eye of employers and clients. You'll also find:
- Deep dives into the learning journey required to step into a data analytics role
- Ways to avoid getting lost in the maze of online courses and certifications you can find online--while still obtaining the skills you need to be competitive
- Explorations of the highs and lows of Annie's career-change journey and job search--including what was hard, what was easy, what worked well, and what didn't
- Strategies for using ChatGPT to help you in your job search
A must-read roadmap to a brand-new and exciting career in data analytics, How to Become a Data Analyst is the hands-on tutorial that shows you exactly how to succeed.