u/AssumptionNo2694

Age 42, year 1 data analyst (survival) blog. Interesting or useful?

In two weeks, I'm starting a new job as a data analyst at a Silicon Valley startup.

I spent my previous careers in product and program management focused on data infrastructure. I went back for a master's to switch careers as a data analyst (or scientist), and finally landed the role I wanted.

It's going to be an interesting journey, switching careers in my 40s into a profession that's quickly being taken over by AI. I'm confident in this career switch, but only if I can consistently provide value beyond what AI can. That's also what makes it exciting.

My question to the group: would you be interested if I documented this journey/survival in a blog?

It wouldn't be another "how to become a data analyst" guide. It would be more like: "Here's what I'm trying," "Here's why I made this decision," or "Here's what failed and what I learned." It will not be anonymous.

If that sounds interesting, give me a thumbs up. And if you have time, I'd love to hear what kind of content you'd actually want to read.

Thank you!

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u/AssumptionNo2694 — 8 days ago