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- [Instructor] Remember when we were told

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that social media was just a fad,

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or that Instagram was just for photographers?

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I feel the same way about my role as a data advocate

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and former data evangelist.

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The same people who said that

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are now ignoring the 10,000 plus job openings on LinkedIn

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with data and advocate in the title.

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Don't let that be you.

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In today's data-driven world,

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data advocates and evangelists are in high demand.

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To snag one of these in demand roles,

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you'll need to demonstrate a strong combination

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of technical expertise, communication skills,

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and business acumen.

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Here are some insider tips

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to help you stand out from the crowd.

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One, develop a deep understanding of data analytics

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and data visualization tools.

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This will allow you to effectively communicate data insights

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to stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.

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Number two, again, my favorite:

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Hone your data storytelling skills.

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Data advocates and evangelists need to be able

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to translate complex data into compelling narratives

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that resonate with their audience.

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Three, become an expert in your industry or domain.

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This will allow you to better understand

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the specific data challenges

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and opportunities faced by your organization.

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Four, demonstrate a passion for data.

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Share your knowledge and insights through blog posts,

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articles, presentations with teammates.

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Anywhere you get an opportunity, share it with the world.

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Five, network with other data professionals.

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Attend industry events, join online forums,

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and connect with others on social media

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to stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices.

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And last but not least, we're all about action here,

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apply for that role.

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Once you've updated your LinkedIn profile,

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don't forget to put yourself out there

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and start to apply for those roles.

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Data advocates and evangelists play a vital role

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in helping organizations realize the value of their data.

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If you're like me and you're super passionate about data

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and want to make a real impact,

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consider pursuing a career as a data advocate or evangelist.

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I've included a few challenges at the end of each chapter

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to help you get hired,

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so be sure to check them out.