Top 7 Tips for New Data Analysts | What I Wish I Knew Starting Out | Exceptional Data Analyst

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Hey y’all! I’m Mika—a Data Analyst who transitioned into tech with no prior experience. In this video, I’m sharing the 7 tips I wish someone told me when I first started out. Whether you're just breaking into data analytics, landed your first role, or are pivoting careers, this one’s for you!

✨ In this video, we’ll cover:

How to think like an analyst (beyond the tools)

Why asking “dumb” questions is actually smart

The importance of documentation and communication

Building trust with stakeholders

Starting your portfolio (even if you’re a beginner)

Keeping your curiosity alive

Staying in your lane and not comparing your journey

👩🏽‍💻 BONUS: I’ll also share free portfolio tips and datasets you can use to build your skills right away.

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Storytelling Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16...

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:41 Tip 1
04:58 Tip 2
07:07 Tip 3
09:41 Tip 4
10:16 Tip 5
11:45 Tip 6
13:25 Tip 7