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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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
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