69: Skills, Networking, Portfolio: How Brad Yarbro Landed a Data Job
August 02, 202333:29

69: Skills, Networking, Portfolio: How Brad Yarbro Landed a Data Job

In today's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing the incredible Brad Yarbro, a senior data scientist at Protective Life. πŸŽ™οΈ

His journey from an economics student to a data professional is beyond inspiring.

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Timestamps:

(05:18) - 🌟 Gain Work Experience: Opportunities for Students!

(12:18) - πŸ’Ό From Analyst to Supply Chain Guru: A Journey

(16:37) - πŸ“Š Data Pros Unite: Meet the Data and Business Teams

(22:06) - πŸ“Έ Quality Analysis with Cutting-Edge Tech in Defense

(29:12) - πŸ’‘ Data Career Advice: Networking Leads to Success


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