99: Is a Data Analyst Bootcamp REALLY worth it? w/ Melissa Kings
This episode of the Data Career Podcast features Melissa Kings, a former teacher who transitioned into data analytics through the Data Analytics Accelerator bootcamp.
Melissa shares her journey, from deciding to switch careers to successfully landing job offers upon completing the bootcamp.
Melissa highlights the various aspects of the bootcamp, including doing projects, developing portfolios, involved networking, and the positive impact of the supportive community within the bootcamp.
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Timestamps: (04:58) - Melissa's Background and Transition into Data Analytics (11:16) - The Power of Networking and Proactive Job Hunting (18:29) - The Importance of Networking in Career Advancement (19:36) - The Journey Through the Data Analytics Accelerator Program (23:52) - The Value of Community in Learning and Career Transition (30:25) - The Impact of the Data Analytics Accelerator Program
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