How I Got a Six-Figure Data Scientist Job Without Experience

In this video, I share my journey of landing a six-figure data scientist job without prior experience. And now, I want to equip you with the same tools and resources that helped me learn data science, improve my skills, and prepare for data science interviews. I hope this video can serve as a reminder that anyone can succeed in data science with determination and perseverance.
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Contents of this video:
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00:00 Introduction
01:05 My Background
01:48 Why I Wanted a Job in Tech
03:40 Obstacles I Faced
05:50 Game-Changing Tips My Mentor Offered
08:14 Results
09:45 How to Leverage Your Skills
10:01 The Interview
11:16 Key Takeaways
12:18 Outro

[@emma_ding]

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[@cemtekesin9033]

I guess masters from Berkeley didn't hurt your chances :)

[@yonahgraphics]

Exactly what I thought. The schools helped as well

[@anujjagtap1604]

Yes, but I don't think it should matter but yes the company has to filter out someone.

[@chinmayjoshi977]

Thanks a lot for the video. Definitely raised my hopes up. I'm currently a data analyst, started learning machine learning & planning to start applying for jobs at the 2nd/3rd quadrant of this year. Lots of love and respect!

[@venkatprasath01]

Your video got me at the right time! I myself in the middle of exhaustive job search for about 5 months after my course on Data science and Business Analytics!!

[@moutaouakkilyoussef5825]

I also managed to switch largely thanks to you & my cousin MLE (I guess he was my mentor in this case?). Switched from Industrial Engineer to Data scientist ~5 months after graduation !! Shocked at how many applications you sent that were denied. I feel much better now about mine haha thanks for sharing, as always, great videos & keep it up!

[@phoga6463]

Truly helpful and soothing to hear from your honest experience, thank you!

[@emma_ding]

Happy to help!

[@mannesudharshan950]

Really so inspiring video. The content of your presentation is priceless as the real life experience. i am also aspiring to become data scientist. Finally, i appreciate you for sharing your precious career transition journey.

[@jonigal1]

Thanks for this great video Emma! I was wondering why you wanted to pursue a role in DS and not try working as a Civil Engineer first after you graduated your masters? I mean you worked so hard on this degrees and didn’t try the civil engineering field at all (for my understanding from the video). I’m a civil engineer as well, I finished my degree last year and have the same concern at the moment whether study from scratch DS and put CE aside. Thanks again 🙏

[@ishitasadhukhan1]

Thanks Emma for the detailed experience, very inspiring. Wondering how to get coaching for a non-exeperienced data scientist ( currently working as a data analyst) like you did, to land the first dream job. Because, the mentoring you offer is only for Experienced Data Science Professionals

[@emma_ding]

Thanks for asking, Ishita! I recommend looking for a mentor at your university who has followed a similar path to yours. Find someone who completed the same program and landed a job that you admire. Since your mentor has gone through the same training, they will understand the additional skills you need to develop.

[@tejasphirke3436]

As a viewer, we are lucky to hear your experience.. I had question about projects. What projects should be done? And how can i find mentor like you that can help me to get the interview and point out mistakes in the resume?

[@emma_ding]

Thanks for asking, Tejas! I recommend looking for a mentor at your university who has followed a similar path to yours. Find someone who completed the same program and landed a job that you admire. Since your mentor has gone through the same training, they will understand the additional skills you need to develop.

[@bobbyf.4406]

What an amazing journey to land your dream job!

[@emma_ding]

Thanks, Bobby for your kind words!

[@redwannabil8031]

While practicing sql i find some interview questions on sql is so complex...that i feel discouraged at times and lose motivation to proceed further...

[@muhammedfayiz7826]

Do you think master degree is mandatory for data scientist job?

[@michaelovadiyah659]

You have a masters in computer science. That helps.

[@shantanusanas5363]

Are you an international student tho?

[@emma_ding]

Yes, I was!

[@shantanusanas5363]

@@emma_ding you didn’t face Visa issues?