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For the last few years, I've interviewed with dozens of companies. Some hired me, most didn't.

At first, every rejection felt personal. But looking back, each interview taught me something. I learned how businesses think, what problems they struggle with, and what they actually value.

Now I'm starting my own data analytics agency, and one of my first sales strategies is simple:

I'm going to call every company that interviewed me.

Not to ask for a job.

To ask if they need help as a client.

Instead of saying, "Please hire me," I'll be saying, "Here's how I can help your business make better decisions with data."

Maybe none of them will say yes.

Maybe one will.

Maybe ten will.

Either way, it feels different. I'm no longer waiting for someone to decide whether I'm valuable. I'm building something and letting the market decide.

I've worked in corporate for about two years, and I've realized I don't think it's where I do my best work. I enjoy solving business problems, building systems, and creating value directly for clients much more than climbing a corporate ladder.

It's funny how a rejection can become a lead.

If this works, some of the companies that once turned me down might end up becoming my customers.

Has anyone else here gone back to companies that rejected them and later closed them as clients? I'd love to hear how it went.

For the last few years, I've interviewed with dozens of companies. Some hired me, most didn't.

At first, every rejection felt personal. But looking back, each interview taught me something. I learned how businesses think, what problems they struggle with, and what they actually value.

Now I'm starting my own data analytics agency, and one of my first sales strategies is simple:

I'm going to call every company that interviewed me.

Not to ask for a job.

To ask if they need help as a client.

Instead of saying, "Please hire me," I'll be saying, "Here's how I can help your business make better decisions with data."

Maybe none of them will say yes.

Maybe one will.

Maybe ten will.

Either way, it feels different. I'm no longer waiting for someone to decide whether I'm valuable. I'm building something and letting the market decide.

I've worked in corporate for about two years, and I've realized I don't think it's where I do my best work. I enjoy solving business problems, building systems, and creating value directly for clients much more than climbing a corporate ladder.

It's funny how a rejection can become a lead.

If this works, some of the companies that once turned me down might end up becoming my customers.

Has anyone else here gone back to companies that rejected them and later closed them as clients? I'd love to hear how it went.

Hi everyone,

After working as a remote data analyst for the past year, my contract recently ended. I’ve been applying to local roles here in Kenya, but like many others, I’m finding the current job market incredibly tough despite having the skills and experience.

Rather than waiting for the "perfect" corporate role, I’ve decided to take control and launch my own data and business analytics consultancy.

My Value Proposition: I’ve noticed many local businesses struggle with expensive, rigid SaaS reporting tools. I want to help them build lean, automated reporting architectures using Python scripts and APIs—avoiding unnecessary licensing costs. For companies that don't even have a database, I’m offering to build the entire pipeline from scratch: setting up the database architecture and data warehouses to make their reporting automated and scalable.

My Plan: I’m planning to start cold calling/emailing local SMEs that have data but lack the infrastructure to make sense of it.

My questions for those who have been here before:

1. Client Acquisition: For those who started a service-based business in Kenya, how did you find your first few clients? Is cold calling effective here, or is LinkedIn/Networking better for this niche?
2. Pricing Strategy: Since I’m offering "custom architecture" rather than just a "dashboard," how do you recommend structuring pricing? Project-based or retainer?
3. The "Non-Technical" Pitch: How do you explain the value of a custom data warehouse to a business owner who just wants "a dashboard" without getting lost in the technical jargon?
4. Common Pitfalls: What are the mistakes you made in your first 6 months that I should avoid?

I have the technical skills, but the business development side is new territory for me. Any advice, harsh truths, or mentorship leads would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

How do you feel about the transition from being an employee to a business owner—what is the one part of this process that feels the most intimidating to you right now?

any one started the swahili project

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I'm currently learning Data Science and improving my SQL skills, but lately I've been questioning whether it's worth continuing.

I've noticed that many entry-level data analytics and data science roles require years of experience, and job opportunities seem quite limited. Sometimes it feels like the field is becoming saturated, making it difficult for newcomers to break in.

For those already working in Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Intelligence, or related fields in Kenya:

• Is it still worth investing time in learning SQL, Python, Power BI, Machine Learning, and Data Science?
• Are there real opportunities for entry-level professionals?
• How did you land your first role?
• Would you recommend focusing on another career path instead?
• Can anyone recommend companies, internships, volunteer opportunities, or mentorship programs that help aspiring data professionals gain experience?

I'm passionate about data and willing to put in the work, but I'd appreciate honest advice from people who have successfully navigated this path in Kenya or outside Kenya , any other part of world

Natafuta dem 😅

Honestly, if she’s a techie like me, even better because we’d probably relate a lot — coding, tech talks, late-night ideas and all that. But I’m not limiting myself to tech girls only, good vibes and personality matter more.

Just putting this out here 😂

I woke up early this morning kwenda kutafuta daily bread juu lazima mtu achase early worm 😂 At least niwe productive citizen, nilipie taxes za our beloved country Kenya and earn a few Kenyatta dollars for survival.

By 7am nilikua tao CBD and hapo ndipo nikapatana na wale perfume guys wa “fifty fifty fifty bei!” na rhyming zao za Nairobi marketing 😂

Mimi na jasho ya hii weather ya equator nikasema acha nijitreat kidogo niingie office nikinukia success. Nikachukua one bottle, nikampea 50 bob. Ghafla after paying anaanza kusema ni 100.

Nikamsummon haraka nikamuuliza kwani mbona ulikua unasema fifty? Jamaa ananiangalia serious sana anasema:

“Boss nilisema fifty mara mbili… fifty times two ni 100.” 😭😭

Kanairo university bana.

Mimi ndio huyo nikatoka nikawithdraw from savings account nikamtumia remaining 50 juu nilikua tayari emotionally invested kwa hiyo perfume.

Sasa later in the day nikasema acha nipige sprays kadhaa ndio coworkers wanotice “aura” mpya.

Ghaiii my guys 😭 kumbe hawa wasee huweka maji tu na ka-scent ya mbali kwa hizo bottles. After 10 minutes nilikua nimenukia distilled water na broken dreams 😭

Kanairo shamba la mawe aki.

SQL feels weird to learn at first, but once it clicks, it’s actually really simple to use.

Like, the basics are just:

• SELECT what you want
• FROM where you want it
• WHERE conditions apply

That’s it. The hard part is just getting used to thinking in terms of data tables instead of step-by-step logic.

Anyone else feel like SQL is harder to learn than it is to actually use?

I’ve applied to One Acre Fund more than 10 times now—for roles ranging from data entry to data analyst and even data analysis internships—but I’ve never been shortlisted.

Every single time, I get asked to complete the Plum profile assessment, but nothing seems to come out of it. It’s starting to feel like I’m stuck in a loop.

Has anyone here actually gone through their hiring process successfully? Or worked with One Acre Fund before? I’m trying to understand if there’s something I might be missing or if this is just how their system works.

Would really appreciate any insights or advice from people who’ve had experience with them

https://preview.redd.it/m7gnq4wj7eyg1.png?width=322&format=png&auto=webp&s=e53a160a402446772b73d5f792a69c92d433c3f7

I’ve applied to One Acre Fund more than 10 times now—for roles ranging from data entry to data analyst and even data analysis internships—but I’ve never been shortlisted.

Every single time, I get asked to complete the Plum profile assessment, but nothing seems to come out of it. It’s starting to feel like I’m stuck in a loop.

Has anyone here actually gone through their hiring process successfully? Or worked with One Acre Fund before? I’m trying to understand if there’s something I might be missing or if this is just how their system works.

Would really appreciate any insights or advice from people who’ve had experience with them

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I have a maths degree and I have done data analytics and now am studying data science,it has been hard for me to secure a remote job on this niche, I don't know why,do recruiter higher from kenya 🇰🇪??