160: She Became a Data Analyst AFTER a 20-Year Career in Physical Therapy (Melody Santos)

Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST

Melody Santos has successfully transitioned from a physical therapist to a revenue analyst in a few months! In this episode, she shares three main steps that expedited her journey, her struggles with imposter syndrome, and offers valuable advice for anyone looking to pivot into a data career.

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⌚ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

04:16 - Melody's Google Data Analytics Certificate Experience

06:41 - Job Application Challenges

15:43 - Landing the Charge Integrity Analyst Job

23:16 - Advice for Career Changers

🔗 CONNECT WITH MELODY

🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodyusantos/

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