Day in the life of a data analyst

Follow me through a day in my life as I work from home for my job as a data analyst. I'm living in Bentonville Arkansas #mtbcapitaloftheworld, so I take full advantage of the trails during my morning breaks and then hit up my local CrossFit box for an afternoon training session. Staying active for me is the key to increasing my productivity as a data nerd. Hope you enjoy! 🤙🏼
Special thanks to Crossfit NWA for letting me film the workout. 🏋🏼 Also, thanks to Oz Trails NWA for building and maintaining these sick trails. 🚵🏼‍♂️ (FYI: NWA is Northwest Arkansas)
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[@emmamcmullen734]

This is the most motivational and balanced day in the life I have ever seen. Me: mountain biking to my new standing desk.

[@LukeBarousse]

Gotta stay active to be productive! Thanks for the kind words Emma!

[@LukeBarousse]

@@ajaychoudhary4494 Anytime 🤣

[@Worldofdave]

Man I am just in my masters towards applied data science and this video really made me just stick to my study even harder. Thanks for the nice content and showing that being nerdy and scientific does not mean to give up cinematography and sports. Keep up this channel to inspire people like me. Palm fist from Switzerland.

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe thanks for the kind words David! I appreciate this. Completely agree, we can't just sit in front of a computer screen all day like robots. Gotta do other things as well!! Good luck in your studies my dude!

[@TechwithSofia]

Gotta love that even the data analyst by day and superhero during low key every break in the workday types among us still end the evening with KZbin and Oreos 😂

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks Sofia! 🤣 😂 I am an Oreo and KZbin addict, 🤷🏼‍♂️ what can I say... hahah

[@JavierISampedroTNF]

A good balance between work and staying active. Gotta love the MTB trails

[@LukeBarousse]

Heck yeah, gotta stay active to maintain my sanity. I'd go insane if I stayed inside all day working from home!

[@matthewroytua891]

This is kinda what I want to do daily! Good job, Luke! You're inspiring!

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe thanks for the kind words my dude! I used to sit in an office for 8-10 hours/day and I was miserable. Now with working from home, I feel that my activity helps with improving my mental health and I'm getting even more done with less time.

[@matthewroytua891]

@@LukeBarousse Glad you find positive side of this pandemic, Luke! Hope it will getting better for us. Oh ya, btw your videos are incredibly helpful! Thanks and kudos, mate!

[@LukeBarousse]

@@matthewroytua891 No problem at all, thanks for following along!!

[@rudratiwari2141]

Hey man you are really inspiring !! I want to learn data analytics if you spare few minutes to guide me I’ll be glad man 😄

[@raychelmcbride8965]

If everyday is like this for you… I am super jealous. Great balance of personal and professional! Love it! Also a great reminder that I need to be more active working from home. Thanks for sharing.

[@LukeBarousse]

I would say I try to workout daily and if possible ride my bike to get outside. Feel this is the best way to boost productivity!

[@VicFraker]

Hey Luke, I have just discovered your channel and it's exactly what I was looking for. I graduated one week ago with a B.S. in Business Administration, but now I would like to focus on Analytics. I'm going to start the Google certificate soon and try to land a job as a data analyst. Great content, keep up the good work!

[@LukeBarousse]

Heck yeah, so glad you found my channel! Good luck with the Google cert!!

[@ahsanriaz21]

Hey Vic & Luke. I'm in a similar position to Vic, I've recently completed my degree in Finance. This channel opened up the idea of data analysis for me. There's so much talk of outdated degrees & current skills becoming obsolete and staff retraining required etc. I'm not sure where & how to start my career. Where can I find more information about jobs and roles available for now and for the future. Thanks

[@rongrxu3124]

Hey Vic, I am in exactly the same situation, also graduated with BA. Currently I am learning Python and SQL by myself and Luke's Channel really helps me a lot! Hope I can be the data analyst as soon as possible!

[@benjaminalvatinoco727]

You have a great work life balance man! Looking up to u. Just enrolled on coursera data analyst. Thankfully for your videos, keep it up!

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe thanks for the kind words Benjamin! Gotta maintain active to keep your mental health in check. Such a vital component for sanity. Good luck in your data science journey!

[@heizie88]

Hi there, can I ask how the course went?

[@benjaminalvatinoco727]

@@heizie88 definitely I recommend it. Thanks to the course I got a job as Business Analyst in Oracle last month, it works!

[@raychen6410]

@@benjaminalvatinoco727 Hi. Sorry for bothering you. I wanted to ask which coursera data analyst course you enrolled in?

[@lucasalvarezlacasa2098]

This shows that it's all about organizing your time and following it up.

[@LukeBarousse]

All about time management! 🙌🏼 My life isn't always like this but something I strive for

[@nomadnoob6968]

Wow!!! You have what I think is my dream life. Home office, exercise, balanced meal ,small city. I'm a business developer in cyber security company in mexico city, finance student and starting the Google data analyst certification hope it helps me grow in my job and be able to freelance in my spare time

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha, I don't know about dream life... I have my bad days just like everyone else. Good luck on the Google data analyst cert my dude, you got this!!!

[@dawneengraham6487]

Well, awesome! I've been watching your vids and didn't know you were a Bentonville resident as well! We've got some great trails around here!

[@mdarshadahammedarshad2286]

Hey luke , my data analysis journey starts watching your video.. your videos are top fun to watch... I was very upset today but this video made me very happy😊.. I am having fun learning data science but sometimes its frustrating 😅... But I think I am taking everything over seriously..I will make some changes from now on😊.. Thanks Luke

[@BB23573]

Great video! I actual just started the Google certification in the Data Analysis 😀 at the beginning of February ! I’m so excited and looking forward to embracing this career! I like how you make time for exercising! This is really great for our mental health! I enjoyed your video! It was very inspiring! Keep on posting!

[@LukeBarousse]

Aw thank so much for this!! So agree that physical activity helps with mental health, it's actually the main reason why I try to stay active! Keep up the positivity!

[@heizie88]

Hey there, can I ask how the course is going??

[@BB23573]

@@heizie88 Hey! It’s going good! I’m on course 4 right now. The BigQuery has a lot of information to cover. I’m just taking my time and making sure I fully understand. But overall, it’s going great! I’m learning a lot!

[@FernandoH91]

so inspiring, thank you for your videos

[@QBeard]

This would be the makeup of my ideal life! New inspirational video!

[@modulargrowth9563]

Your setup and routine is very close to my ideal! Just need to find a way to move my partner out of the city…. Awesome video, keen to see more of your lifestyle and outdoor adventures!

[@LukeBarousse]

Awww thanks for this!!

[@saimadhusudanan]

Damn, i got tired just from watching your daily schedule. 2 times a day cycling and in-between that working for a living and gym, kudos. Anyway 60 more subs to 1000, great video as usual. Editing was crazy Lit

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks as always Sai! We are getting close to that 1000, i'm excited!! And on the contraire, i would get tired from being in an office all day, HA. I gotta get out and about or I go stir crazy and my productivity goes down the drain. Thanks for noticing the editing, def spent over-time editing this one!

[@saimadhusudanan]

@@LukeBarousse 1000 subs, Congratulations. C ya at 5k next

[@LukeBarousse]

@@saimadhusudanan Thanks Sai! C ya next year then 🤣 jk

[@nseworld5521]

Man i'm excited, first time at your channel. I m data analyst and also like mountain biking 🔥

[@akabga]

6.5 hours of work! I start my new job as an analyst on Monday. Hoping to get such a nice ‘day in the life’.. we’ll see.

[@LukeBarousse]

6.5 hours of PRODUCTIVE work! ha. Good luck my friend

[@pedrocarachure12]

How is it going for you I’ve been wanting to learn it but idk if it’ll be for me life balance wise

[@mastermind01234man]

Pretty solid editing! Love it

[@LukeBarousse]

Ife!!! Thanks for the kind words my dude! Glad you enjoyed it. We need to make a "Day in the life of Ife" 🤩

[@xinxiong6986]

That is a beautiful life. I'm so jealous 😭😂. You've motivated me!

[@LukeBarousse]

Aww thanks so much for this!!

[@milaparwanitatsumi]

Hey Luke how is it going, I've been following you for the past I'll say 5 months and I gotta say you inspired me in so many ways, because of you I decided to go back to school and now I am getting my master's in data science, I also enrolled in the Google data analytics certification and as a fellow CrossFitter I exercise every morning. Just wanted to say thank you, you are so knowledgeable and thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for everything you do in you channel. Mila 😊

[@LukeBarousse]

Hey Mila!! 👋🏼 Aw thank you so much for sharing this; it's so awesome to hear how you're conquering your goals!! Keep up the hard work and thanks for making my day with this comment! 🙌🏼

[@Cbus83]

@@LukeBarousse Very strange!!

[@radimasto6379]

I like the truck, the garage and the desk. you have an active life style with healthy diet, however I prefer work and intertainment to be in separate rooms but you are not me 😂😂

[@georgemiyahara6576]

I am far distance from this kind of life. But I will definitely work in the field one day. Thanks for such a motivational video.

[@laia3937]

Love your healthy way of life and work

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks you for this!! Gotta have some work-life balance

[@sainatharikal5103]

Saw this video 🎥 for the first time ⌚ and changed my mind. I started to follow his foot steps 👣. I took google Data Analysis certified course and maintaing his time chart 📊 in rest of activities. Hope I may become a good data analyst jober in next few months.. 🤝 I chose you as my idol,thank you LUKE BAROUSSE 🤝

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe Sainath, this comment made my day, thank you so much! Keep up the hard work in your journey for learning data science, you seem like you are on the correct path my friend!

[@amansagar5946]

Your editing skills getting better and better....loved the video second to second ...see you as a someone I wanna be in the coming years

[@LukeBarousse]

Thank you Aman for the thoughtful comment! I appreciate your feedback and perspective!

[@amansagar5946]

And cross-fit was a surprise package full boosted

[@LukeBarousse]

@@amansagar5946 Ha! Thought I would do something a little different for this "day in the life" video

[@bouseuxlatache4140]

Agree totally

[@LukeBarousse]

@@bouseuxlatache4140 Thank you!!

[@rosebarrett8405]

It's beyond invaluable being able to get a sense of what the day to day is like in a role! Thank you again for great content. Now just swap the bike for a kayak and I'm in! I do like riding my bike....but you mountain bikers are some folks! I'll stick to pottering around on the bike and in the boat. Those trails look amazing though!

[@LukeBarousse]

Love me some kayaking as well!!! But yeah the trails here are amazing. So fortunate!

[@tak0331]

How did I miss this video?! Dope day Luke!!!

[@LukeBarousse]

ha thanks Takpor! Appreciate the kind words!! Also the youtube algorithm didn't like this video when I initially released it so thats probably why you missed it... haha. Stay safe my dude!

[@framejakkaphat8215]

Love your content keep up the good work Luke Skywalker!!

[@LukeBarousse]

Are you my Father!! 🤣

[@mikesamie5964]

Would love to see a data analyst work from home office/desk setup video tour. Keep up the great content!

[@LukeBarousse]

I like this idea! I do have this video while you are waiting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2m9ind6fsx8n68&t

[@mikesamie5964]

@@LukeBarousse Thanks Luke!

[@candidlyvivian]

Just stumbled across your channel Luke and loving it!! I’m a data scientist and small KZbinr across the world in Australia making content on data + career ☺️

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe heck yeah!! I just checked out your channel as well, loving your content!

[@JamesGettingFit]

The production here is amazing

[@LukeBarousse]

Thank you James!

[@RedPacketAddicted]

Wow! Amazing place you live in! I want to live in your neighborhood...And interested in data analysis....and probably will get arrested by throwing a ktm 790 through those trails haha! Definitely having a standing desk is the best as it prevents back problems. Thank you for sharing your daily routine as it inspires others! Cheers!

[@LukeBarousse]

yeah the trails may not be dirt bike friendly! Ha. Thanks for the kind words my dude!

[@kathleenr8839]

LOL this was awesome. Did not expect all the mountain biking! And then goes to workout still??? Really made me realize how lazy I am 😅

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha! Thanks for watching!

[@CarlosEspinoza-me9oi]

Amazing!! Active people we enjoy standing...Thanks for excellent views, yummy food, riding, perfect abs and also power bi jeje I feel identified. Youre my favourite data analyst, and more because youre the first data analyst (including data science) that I see that starts the day with a shower lol others only wash your face, teeth... Im your fan 🇲🇽

[@LukeBarousse]

I need a shower to wake up.. 😂 Thanks for tuning in, i'm glad you enjoy my content!

[@louisf.9928]

SWEET LIFE MAN, ALL THE BEST.

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks Louis!

[@beyzadelen367]

this video is really coool!

[@singletrackmap]

Found your channel today! Seems there are many other data nerds that ride, and I'm jealous of your proximity to the trails. Thanks for all your work, and see you on the trails! @singletrackmap

[@LukeBarousse]

So many data nerds on the trails!! Thanks for the kind words Nicole!!

[@saidshikhizada332]

dude you have beautiful life, keep it up! cheers..

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe thanks my dude!!

[@mudit4620]

Great piece of work!!! I guess you've opted for wrong profession . Cinematography is your game IMO. The video was as good as the one made by professional if not better. Loved it!!!

[@LukeBarousse]

🤣 This made me chuckle! Ha! Maybe I did opt for the wrong profession. Thanks for the kind words and motivation as always, @Aspirant !

[@mudit4620]

@@LukeBarousse dude I hope you still remember me b/c now you are on 964 subs!!!

[@mudit4620]

@@LukeBarousse I also have a doubt inside my head and since you being a power user of mac I can't find anyone better than you ( like how often you get to ask an experienced data analyst to answer your questions🤣🤣🤣) Is it true that one cannot have wide range of third party cracked softwares for Mac OS as we have in our windows . Does one have to pay to get access to most of the features of mac os? Is it not recommended for newbies and only for power users like you?

[@LukeBarousse]

@@mudit4620 ha! I'm glad you think so highly of me, but I don't know if I would consider myself a power user! TBH with the cracked softwares for Mac I haven't really used any. I've just found ways to use MacOS to its full potential without having to resort to that. I definetly use Mac in a more complex way than most analysts to utilize a lot of different applications, but most of the options that I try to use are free... most of the time. ha! Hope this helps.

[@mrtayyab3101]

You're PC's setup is too good bro

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks!

[@chapu8]

Good content, can we get a desk setup/tour?

[@Nolgath]

Thank you for showing the process of being a data analyst, I have been practising mountain bike but I don't really understand why that should be part of a Data analyst routine. Any tips on Bikes for mountain riding?

[@Domsta333]

I'm starting in data and definitely approve on riding mountain bikes!

[@LukeBarousse]

😂Thanks my dude!

[@ghoul3227]

Those muscle ups on rings are brutal 👌

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha! Yes they are!

[@deedee6460]

Awesome 👏

[@LukeBarousse]

🙌 🙌🏼🙌 🙌🏼

[@taylor5259]

Dang, this makes my "day in the life as a data analyst" feel really depressing. 🤣

[@LukeBarousse]

I mean this was a Friday TBH... haha

[@taylor5259]

@@LukeBarousse haha! Looks like you live in a really neat area as well! I'm really enjoying your videos. Thanks for sharing. Have a great rest of your weekn

[@LukeBarousse]

@@taylor5259 You as well my friend, stay safe!!

[@chickenbroski99]

I definitely noticed when I started training, eating right and IF I had a lot more confidence and it lead to a much healthier lifestyle and a lot better compensation (with strength and ability comes confidence). My days are similar to yours except I run and box. I'd love to be near the mtb trails or slopes one day. Goals

[@zakaria0032]

you should definitely make a video on your workout routine.

[@003kashif]

As they all are saying in comments , I do agree that its kinda a dream life you are blesses with , happy for you my brother .....By the way which book were you reading at that time ???? Anyways keep motivating us and thrive in ur field and be happy always..... Love from India....

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks mydude!

[@jabee81]

What a fun day to have, anyway I'm detecting some "The Everday Dad" video there

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha, love me some "The Everyday Dad" videos!

[@sivakrishnat5471]

Very productive. I spend like hours for just reading news.

[@LukeBarousse]

THank you!

[@sazzadurrahman7293]

I am a data analyst; I wish I were that cool and relax in the job 😎

[@LukeBarousse]

You can my dude! All days for me aren't this action packed but I try to keep them fun and interesting as much as possible. Thanks for watching!

[@remiadebayo]

Loved every bit of this video, its funny how you didn't really interact with your phone. Can't go one hour without touching my phone

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha! I didn't even notice that. I'll be honest i'm not the best about keeping away from my phone normally, but when you're trying to do your normal day job and also film it, you pretty much forget to check your phone! ha

[@remiadebayo]

@@LukeBarousse haha that’s right. Keep moving forward

[@LukeBarousse]

@@remiadebayo thanks my dude! 🤙🏼

[@jinyiduan2546]

I saw myself in your day of life besides the bike breaks lol

[@LukeBarousse]

It's never to late to start biking!

[@namanjain1457]

The mountain biking shots were absolutely amazing !! How did you get that ?? - really cool

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks for the kind words Naman. Just had to test camera angles to get those shots!

[@namanjain1457]

Really great work Luke ! Love your channel and look forward to more videos !! :)

[@LukeBarousse]

@@namanjain1457 Looking forward to making more content!

[@kcdavis3812]

How long did it take you to learn sql/R and other data tools until you felt proficient enough to begin working?

[@srinadhj2638]

Cool video. Can you tell what are the problems that will be given to you in the work on daily basis and what work you have to do daily that would be helpful .

[@LukeBarousse]

Great recommendation!!! i'll work to incorporate this in future videos, I like this idea a lot.

[@Xxcyclonexx44]

This makes me want to move to Arkansas

[@paulohenriquemenezes4903]

He does more stuff until the noon than me all day long

[@dard4642]

Way to craft your own life, bro! 🙌

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks my dude!! ✌🏼

[@JiemingWei613]

Same data analyst and fitness enthusiast here! Gotta subscribe. P.s. how do you balance all that with KZbin? It's an entirely full time job by itself!

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks for this Jieming! Love to hear you found commonality in this!! TBH I am not perfect at it. Personally, I aim to get to the gym 5-6 times a week and bike daily. I prioritize this for mental health. After that I prioritize my work and then youtube... Sometimes I end up getting behind in these areas, but overall I feel it is more important to focus on mental health than work or youtube goal (as this can be exhausting 😢). Thanks again!

[@mcjorgeskate]

Literally this is what I've ben looking for. I am enroling to a data analytics botcamp. I do crossfit (like a lot of it) and lots of bike as well ( I also have long hair...coincidence?..). All the videos I have seen they seem like all day sitting down in the desk and just gettin small breaks for coffee or so. Seeing that you do all this (as well as me) and can make it through the day and delivering your work actually motivated me a lot more than I was befor. The standing-up desk also is now in my 'must have' list, for all the hours with the computer not being on a chair. You are inspiring, thank you.

[@LukeBarousse]

Dude so glad you got value out of this!! I've uped my activity a lot during the pandemic... mainly for the reason of maintaining my sanity and mental health. I found that as I become more active, I actually became more intentional and productive with my work (I.e. didn't stare at a screen and waste hours of my time). Who would have that that spending less time on work would actually lead to more productive work! Thanks again! Highly recommend the stand up desk!

[@mistercakes]

I should do one of these as a parent with 2 dogs

[@LukeBarousse]

Heck yeah you should!

[@Joel-hy1cd]

I´m d.a and biker too and starting mtb at "Morro Solar" next to Pacific is the best. Micro in mute, late lunch ... lol same here. Greets from Perú

[@LukeBarousse]

😘

[@anthonymicha7079]

Nice life bro! Hey, 2 questions: 1.whats that soda you drink? 2.can you talk about your standing desk and the blue-light glasses?

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks bro! 1. Bubly is the soda - Its a zero calorie flavored sparkling water.... I have a bad obsession with it... 2. The standing desk can be found here: kit.co/lukebarousse/computer-accessories I can't live without this thing.. when I sit all day I feel soo tired. Standing gives me energy and also relieves some back pain issues I have 3. The blue light glasses are what I wear at least an hour before bed... I feel it helps with falling asleep a lot faster by blocking the blue lights... amzn.to/2RbVrqD

[@anthonymicha7079]

@@LukeBarousse Roger that. Thanks for the info!

[@helmetchillee6235]

Shredding & sending 😎😎

[@LukeBarousse]

Heck yeah!!

[@anuradhaananth3233]

May I please be your friend? That Zoom call looked so fun!!

[@LukeBarousse]

The more the merrier! 🤙🏼 heck yeah my dude!

[@Jagerman767]

Hi! Love this video, I'm working as analyst at software company (collaboration platform). Qestion: I work all the day. What do I wrong? Should I reject to do some task to have time for brakes or this depends on a company? Or may be something else? Thanks!

[@LukeBarousse]

Well first, I feel like my productivity has increased with my increase in activity level. Prior to this I used to sit in an office for 8-10 hours straight and I can say without a doubt that the amount of work that I produce now is far greater then when I was stuck in an office all day. I don't think you are doing anything wrong. You just have to budget your time to allow for activity outside the office.

[@adnannaufal7728]

I guess Dwight was right about "standing is proven to be healthier, increases productivity, and just looks cooler".

[@LukeBarousse]

🤣😂 I mean the last reason is mostly the main reason on why I do it in the first place... hahahaha

[@adnannaufal7728]

​@@LukeBarousse hahaha by the way nice video man

[@LukeBarousse]

@@adnannaufal7728 Awe thanks my dude!!

[@adrianfloresgarcia2449]

Im new reading news at medium. Which topics do you thing are interesing to follow?? Thank you! Im a bit lost as it has so much info.

[@PatriziaValMadiona]

Seriously - an inspiration! I can’t help but ask what are those red glasses for reading?? 🤔 I do use blue tinted glasses but never tried red!

[@LukeBarousse]

Awe thanks for the kind words Patrizia! The glass are blue-light blocking glasses. I use a pretty cheap pair amzn.to/2SnlpIx I feel like they help with blocking out the blue rays before I go to bet and make it much easier to fall asleep. I usually put them on an hour before bed.

[@PatriziaValMadiona]

@@LukeBarousse wow they look rad! Will try them out for sure thanks!

[@LukeBarousse]

@@PatriziaValMadiona 😂 they look like something! hahah. I don't go out in public with them thats for sure...

[@kushsheth4801]

coolest Data Analyst ever

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha! I don't know about that

[@arnavshendurnikar8017]

Hey mate, just wanted to ask you was your day the same before pandemic ? Btw love your videos!!!

[@LukeBarousse]

Not at all... I was mostly stuck in an office 8-5... I feel like things have changed dramatically for the better!

[@syhusada1130]

@@LukeBarousse Damn, mine was worse when pandemic hit. WFH with insecure boss was crazy. And work piled up significantly because they were afraid people are not doing ahit when working at home. Worst of all, it's a government office, which even with awful management would still survive no matter what, thus there's no incentive to fix things up.

[@LukeBarousse]

@@syhusada1130 Dang, I'm so sorry to hear this. Luckily I was fortunate with my bosses.

[@SilverCard23]

What switch are you using?

[@dog_weed]

Man that's the goal of my life. It's not about all the money that I can get beeing a data analyst, it's about riding mountain biking every day hahaha.

[@LukeBarousse]

Dude, I go stir crazy if I don't ride my bike at least once a day... gotta get out from behind the computer every now and then! ha 🤙🏼

[@blasperero26]

Damn,i want this kind of life.Balance.work,family and hobby.

[@LukeBarousse]

I think it's attainable!

[@blasperero26]

@@LukeBarousse Im been there and im convincing my wife to move there. Hopefully we can find a good oppurtunity there.

[@LukeBarousse]

@@blasperero26 Bentonville is such a great town to live in; highly recommend it. Although I work remotely, I feel there are plenty of opportunities here. Good luck with the search

[@codyjeremiah7959]

where did you get that awesome light for zoom meetings?

[@LukeBarousse]

Amazon... the light is more for youtube setup...

[@bengardner3878]

My buddy and I do gravel riding before work, you can just add it to your calendar as a "rolling work sync". Also, "check email", don't you mean check Slack for an hour? ....also, I just joined a CrossFit gym haha

[@LukeBarousse]

I like these hacks! ha! I been meaning to check out gravel riding, I hear it's a blast!

[@bryan1635]

I only recently decided to pursue a career in tech and specifically as a data analyst and I'm looking to do it with an online bootcamp. Hence, I have been watching informative videos about the field and also real people's experiences like this one. And being an athlete my whole life, I'd like to keep being able to train and stay active. However, some "day in the life" videos I have seen almost make that impossible. Watching your video, though, made me a little positive, hopeful, and inspired for the career! I do have some questions though. How did you get to make it like this, that you can do your work but still also give time for yourself and your hobbies? Did it take too long? Are you also self-employed or something? Hope you respond. Would love to see a video on it too! New here, but love your work man!!

[@LukeBarousse]

Hey my dude, this lifestyle has definitely been a work in progress. If you are interested in becoming a data analyst than I highly recommend you check out some videos on my channel. I suggest starting here for your questions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXLSY3mMZtdoY5o

[@bryan1635]

@@LukeBarousse Awesome man! Thank you. Been up all night binge-watching videos like yours. Would you say I'd have to sacrifice a few months of barely training when I start this career? Both learning and working eventually. Thanks!

[@LukeBarousse]

@@bryan1635 I think this career takes work, but I feel when I sacrifice training my performance mentally declines... so even when I'm studying hardcore I still like to fit in activity to maximize my efforts.

[@bryan1635]

@@LukeBarousse Thank you man! Love your work. Really also inspiring to see someone who's in the field I'm trying to pursue share similar passions outside of it. God bless you man

[@LukeBarousse]

@@bryan1635 God Bless you too! 🤙🏼

[@evelic]

Looks like a very good life to me.

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha, thanks Steve; I appreciate the positive vibes ✌🏼

[@siarheizakharau4846]

Hey Luke, how do you make you CrossFit training program? Does coach make it for you or do it by yourself? Or maybe yo use some apps?

[@LukeBarousse]

I go to a local gym that programs it for me, been fortunate to have that available

[@_the_ordinary_]

Hi Luke, so how does the busy day look like? 😉 Also, I do admire the lifestyle however I i don't think same would apply to many data analysts, scientists etc unless they are employed on a 4hour per day contract. 🤷🙄🥴😉

[@mard192837]

Excellent Video!

[@LukeBarousse]

Heck yeah, thanks for the kind words!!

[@mard192837]

@@LukeBarousse by the way I did get both base level mac mini and MacBook air. Your videos did help make my decision. It is surprisingly good at 8GB too (both mini and MacBook air). I don't feel the consumer is paying any apple tax on both these machines (first time perhaps).

[@LukeBarousse]

@@mard192837 Dude that is good to know about the 8GB! I've been getting a lot of good feedback on these options (even at the 8GB) so I'm sure it's going to work out well for you!

[@mard192837]

@@LukeBarousse mini M1 I think there is no windows desktop that can compete at that price. Never in it's history I think that was there :)

[@LukeBarousse]

@@mard192837 I'm surprised at the price point apple chose for these machines! Makes so much affordable for the average consumer!

[@se2664]

My most likely won’t be like this since once I become a data analyst it’s going to be a regular 8-5 corporate job.. 😒 but I hope that tech companies are flexible with their workers to take walking breaks outside of traditional lunch hour because I can’t stay glued to my desk all day

[@LukeBarousse]

Same!! I've worked in a corporate office and its rough. Keep your requirements for your employers high!

[@fraction37]

Are you data analyst or BMX rider? Haha. Cool video!

[@LukeBarousse]

What I am, or what I would rather be? 😂 Thanks my dude!!

[@karenh.192]

How was the book you were reading? Id love to know your recommendations on books for business /data analytics! Your channel is helping me catapult my career! Thank you

[@LukeBarousse]

It was an okay book 🤣 I don't know if I would recommend that one, BUT here is a link to what other books I recommend, hope this helps: kit.co/lukebarousse/book-recommendations

[@joeygirlramas4503]

I am a single mother and I should say- you are living the dream daily life!

[@LukeBarousse]

Aww thanks, It's not easy balancing work and life. I can only imagine the struggles you endure as a single mother

[@davidmiller-td1sl]

That’s a pretty hefty day!

[@LukeBarousse]

Thanks Dave! Not as hefty as running a power plant, but hefty enough for me! 🤣

[@davidmiller-td1sl]

@@LukeBarousse do you ever do any DataViz on your workout results? Make a dashboard?

[@LukeBarousse]

@@davidmiller-td1sl ha! Maybe this willl be a future project that I can pursue! 🤔. I like it Dave!

[@denisfaustino9569]

This vídeo is good

[@williamhayden2492]

Inspired so much. What happened when your boss phone you during your workout.🙃

[@LukeBarousse]

Ha! I block my schedule off, so if I don't understand my boss understands

[@williamhayden2492]

@@LukeBarousse you mean in calendar is it?

[@VJarnbjorn]

not rly related to data... but would you mind sharing what's your watch's model? lol it looks really cool xD Thanks and great and inspiring videos btw!

[@LukeBarousse]

I have the Garmin Fenix... pretty good at tracking my activities. I got a blue band off amazon as it comes with a black band.

[@VJarnbjorn]

@@LukeBarousse awesome thanks for replying! Have a great day

[@NayeemKhan21]

I have the same book by my side while sleeping. :P

[@LukeBarousse]

ha! That's awesome!

[@arunkhrishna790]

Hey Luke! I wanna clarify a doubt with u. Could u let me know which course to pick in college for data science and should I go for BSc or MSC integrated.

[@LukeBarousse]

Hey my dude this really depends on what your end goal is? What is the job you are trying to seek after graduation?

[@arunkhrishna790]

So the job I'm trying to seek after graduation is Data Scientist, which master's degree should I do to achieve my end goal?

[@newopportunities1054]

@@arunkhrishna790 msc business analytics or data analytics

[@LukeBarousse]

@@arunkhrishna790 I like new_oppurtunities recommendations. Overall, i'd also see what other data scientists have done and what career path they have taken. As i'm a data analysts, I may not be the best to answer this.

[@franciscozapata7683]

Halfway through the video and just a meeting 😅

[@crarazy]

Saw the mountain biking and was like "Oh, that would be funny if he was in Bentonville", then I see you bike literally next to my apartment complex.

[@LukeBarousse]

Bah! Dude what a small world! this place is amazing for MTB, moved here last year just for it!

[@crarazy]

@@LukeBarousse It's awesome! Love riding the trails over here. Also moved her last year and loving it so far!

[@alessandroardu1059]

Good life-work balance, this is so infrequent especially for who work with data analytics or programming I think! There are so much videos and vlogs that show how the average worker in this field work along all day or almost in practice, but they still talk about work-life balance. How much do you work daily, 6/7 hours?

[@LukeBarousse]

I'd say i'm typically go from 7 to 10 hours a day... I just like to break it up with activity

[@milehighszn7769]

What Data Analyst certification(s) would you recommend to get? I’m just starting out

[@LukeBarousse]

This is where I recommend starting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ6vgYZse6eVl8U

[@whimsy-tech]

Wait. Whut?! Do you live in Bentonville? I have been watching your videos a lot and just realized you are living like twisty minutes away haha.

[@LukeBarousse]

Yeah! #MTBcapitaloftheworld Thats too crazy that you're this close! This is the second time today that I found out one of my subscribers lived this close to me (and this is the first day I'm actually finding this out! ha).