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5 Steps to Finding and Hiring the Right Data Scientists
The first step in hiring the right data scientist is being sure your organization is ready for one. While companies talk about “big data” and “analytics” almost as if they were silver bullets, the field is still new enough that some underuse their analytics staff by having them focus on compiling reports rather than putting…
The Five Pillars of Digital Analytics Transformation
Digital Transformation has been a hot topic in enterprise strategy for over a decade, however most organizations are struggling with one of the key elements of this transformation – how to effectively measure and optimize digital customer experiences. Driving digital transformation at the enterprise level requires not only the realignment of business models and strategies…
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Engaging Talent On-Demand
In the Uber economy, hiring has become increasingly flexible and given businesses more options for bringing in talent. But each hiring situation is unique. For example, how do you decide when an interim executive makes more sense than a permanent hire? Ask yourself these five questions to get clarity on the best approach for your…
How to Build an Analytics Team For the Future
In a relatively short amount of time, we’ve gone from talking about “big data” to “analytics.” We’ve gone from churning out reports explaining the data to using analytics as a predictive tool, to forecast how customers might respond to certain events whether they had to do with politics, news or marketing. Today, some organizations are…
5 Steps to Create a Data-Driven Culture
The Uber economy has changed the dynamics of the hiring process. Employers are moving more quickly to bring in the specific talent needed to solve a narrow problem. They’re asking focused questions and demanding specifics about your experience and the results you’ve achieved. While the general thrust of the conversation might be the same –…
How to Position Yourself as a Thought Leader, Stand Out And Earn More
How do you command a premium price for your services? By cultivating your personal brand and building your reputation as the leading thinker in your own, special niche. Yes, I know the caliber of your expertise is already evident on your resume and LinkedIn profile. And, I’m sure your reputation among your professional network is…
How to be an Employer of Choice For Analytics Professionals
In today’s hiring environment, candidates for analytics jobs have the advantage. The market for their skills is tight, forcing employers to compete aggressively for top talent. To lure the best to your company, you have to stand out. A competitive salary is always important, of course, but it’s not enough – especially for younger professionals….
What Kind of Independent Contractor Are You?
It’s been widely reported that by the year 2020, between 40 and 50 percent of workers will be independent contractors. While some are suspicious of the trend, many find the benefits of being boss-less nearly irresistible. Of course, people are different, and so are their motivations. What kind of independent contractor are you? Rock Star….
What to Do About the Talent Shortage in Analytics
Chances are, you already know that there aren’t enough analytics experts out there to tackle the work that business needs done. Even as more organizations look for ways to leverage the big data compiled from their own operations or wider sources, the pipeline of talent lags. Indeed, the research firm McKinsey predicts that by 2018…
8 Skills CAOs Must Have to Succeed
If your company is one of the increasing number that’s decided to hire a chief analytics officer, you’ve probably begun your search as everyone else has: with the job description. And if you’re struggling with how to define the role and its responsibilities, you’re not alone. The CAO is a new role, after all, and…
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