It’s Been a Tough Week
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Hi Reader, It’s been a tough week for me. Meta announced another round of layoffs affecting thousands of people, alongside cuts at several other big tech companies. Seeing the LinkedIn badge posts from ex-colleagues and friends has been very difficult. Our industry is changing at a very rapid pace. But whether we like it or not, we have to evolve with it. And honestly – I believe this creates enormous opportunity for data professionals. The people who adapt quickly, learn how the industry is changing, and position themselves accordingly, will do incredibly well over the next few years. Those who continue operating the same way they did 5–10 years ago may find it increasingly difficult. In January, I gave a talk at the Data Day Texas conference called: “The $1,000,000 Data Professional” In it, I shared my perspective on:
This is one of those moments where it’s worth stepping back and asking some difficult questions about where our industry is heading – and where you want to fit into it. Hopefully this replay gives you some useful perspective and food for thought 👇
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