Data Analyst Certificates Are Dead

[@learnwithlukas]

Data Analyst Beginner Roadmap: learnwithlukas.com/da/

[@bardia8225]

What about DAX? How important isit to learn DAX?

[@jesusrodriguez915]

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[@learnwithlukas]

fixed! Thank you@@jesusrodriguez915

[@pakeducationalconsultancy4452]

@@learnwithlukas is AWS data engineer certification good for data analyst

[@saloriasaxon7323]

Thank GOD here is someone that tells it like it is. These certs are okay but projects are one of the best ways to get a job. Like Lukas said, "This is not a sprint, but a marathon."

[@ChristinaAjiboye]

projects?

[@saloriasaxon7323]

@@ChristinaAjiboye Yep, projects those DIY analysis where you use datasets from Kaggle to create data vizes.

[@saloriasaxon7323]

@Thawne Yep, which ever university you attend that have this.

[@sng8240]

Nope, projects are useless, employers don't have time to see them when they have to review 500+ CVs. At most, projects would help you to stand out on LinkedIn. Industry certifications or a degree in stats, data science, computer science, etc. it's what actually matters

[@neoreign]

@@sng8240 This guy gets it, optimize your linkedin, have both certifications and THEN you can showcase your projects.

[@brandondiaz-lopez3945]

Been a data analyst for about 10 years now and i crossed over to the civilian side about 3 years ago. The skills i lacked were the new technologies and bigger proficiency in SQL. This video is 100% correct.

[@mkane212]

Were u a MMA in the Air Force ?

[@brandondiaz-lopez3945]

@@mkane212 yessir

[@mkane212]

@@brandondiaz-lopez3945 I am too but I’ll be out in 2 years. If you don’t mind, how’s the job prospects for us in the outside as an analyst

[@JediWebSurf]

​@@mkane212what's MMA?

[@moshpit89]

obviously the infamous mixed mathematical analyst @@JediWebSurf

[@Geomaverick124]

agreed! I feel certificates are really good for learning the material and learning how different companies do Data Analytics but certifications are at the top of the list when trying to get a job...you can get a job with a certificate and a portfolio...it just becomes easier with certifications.

[@Yavin4]

The true purpose of online programs is to assess whether you have a true interest in the material or not. If you can finish a course, complete a project, write up your results, and post it on a forum, then you may have the right aptitude for the profession. To get a job, you're going to have to network with people.

[@ronynninjastar2414]

Thanks for this. A lot of Tech KZbinrs just sugarcoat a lot of the harsh reality of the getting into the Tech industry. As someone who's planning to get into a tech job in a couple of years, this gave me some good forsight into what can actually help me 👍🏾.

[@cpK054L]

I've been in the tech industry on embedded software side... this includes everything from IT, cybersecurity, homologation, Operating Systems like RTOS, Unix, ChibiOS, or superloops... It got me bummed out that a lot of the work....is fixing outsourced trash.

[@Jon-kg6hm]

Just passed the microsoft power bi data analyst cert this week. I learned a lot while studying for it. I'm in my last semester of an Information technology degree. With a decent portfolio I should be good to go

[@learnwithlukas]

Good job!

[@elo_888]

Did you use a course in order to pass? Would love to hear your story!

[@Jon-kg6hm]

@ellong820 I did the PL-300 course by Phillip Burton on Udemy and the skillcertpro practice tests.

[@adayarmas2010]

My 2 cents, learn excel, then SQL and then Power BI. Those are key for data analysts, then is just adding more skills to your career.

[@jean-pierremulder729]

Great video... clearly states the difference between certificate & getting certified. Helped me understand why I am not getting the interviews.

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you, and good luck!

[@ayanbhattacharjee1076]

All the best, hope soon all recruiters would be all over you.

[@jean-pierremulder729]

​@Ayan Bhattacharjee Thank you! I'm definitely getting there slowly but surely.

[@joseesteves1309]

Thank you so much for this. I am 41 and learning the basics still, looking forward to be ready in around 2 yrs.

[@learnwithlukas]

You got this!

[@BatmanBeyondBelief]

This is a great video imo. I realized working on my “bootcamp” that it was not going to be enough to land a decent job. I will meed to continue to prove myself through independent or guided projects. Having only a certificate for data analytics is like knowing only the alphabet for a spelling bee. You can guess but will definitely make huge mistakes

[@kk12345ab]

Yet another brilliant content! Agreed with all of it so far while working on it. Continue to chart the path for us to follow.

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you!

[@alienboogieman]

How's that going for you?

[@NG-dd9cp]

Thank you for the info! Beginners courses in Sql and python were able to give me a bit of confidence that I can do it(comming from different background) and helped me to get accepted into Master's in Big Data Analytics!

[@learnwithlukas]

Best of luck!

[@NG-dd9cp]

​​@@AmineBourasAB6HDHi there! Sorry, that I did not see in time. Well, I was enrolled in Master's on the basis of my work experience (6 years as insurance underwriter + i did there some data analysis in excell) . As well, I think that I got python and sql basics certificates helped as well. The only recommendation that I can give are courses the the university suggested to take before starting the program. I can give names of those courses.

[@shahul8222]

​@@AmineBourasAB6HD Its been 2 months, have you started?

[@katieknowhow]

I've finally made up my mind to start my journey from the scratch. For the sole purpose of bettering my life and learning data analytics, I've bought new laptop since the old one was very faulty and slow and I'm planning to genuinely start from zero. Yes, motivation goes away sometimes especially if you're alone or doing this at home so it will be really great if someone also wants to join me on this journey....if there's someone just starting out and also want someone to be constantly reminded of the progress...i think by sharing progress and telling each other what it needs to be done, we will progress faster than average. So let me know when anyone is interested.... It would be faster to learn together, maybe in a group and sharing useful information

[@osamedeosadolor6116]

Hello, how is it going for you so far? I'm Interested in learning Data Analysis too, I'm yet to begin, can we link up ?

[@katieknowhow]

@@osamedeosadolor6116 of course, we can. I'm still learning SQL and I would say I'm currently at intermediate level

[@renmohammed7785]

hello i am also starting from scratch, where exactly did you begin your journey? Im currently doing my further education in college with my a levels and non of them align with Data science as i have onlly recently discovered my passion for it

[@katieknowhow]

@@renmohammed7785 less than 2 weeks ago, I started learning it from "Alex" channel. He provided "Free bootcamp" for people who want to learn to be an DA through his channel. It consists of 70 videos (at the moment) and he said this would cover most of the basics (it's free so of course not so in depth)...so I'm currently going through his bootcamp since I'm totally new to this field but I must say that it's really cool so check it out when you have time)

[@bens753]

Hi .. I am also switching careers from different domain to Data Analytics... currently doing Google Data Analytics course.. wondering if we have group sonwhee to share knowledge & help each other out

[@psanders4754]

Power bi is key, the integration within the Microsoft stack is key. Sql basics are important.

[@ShawnFX]

For a job like financial analyst, would learning Tableau or Power BI be better?

[@psanders4754]

@@ShawnFX depends on the company. Some organizations use tableau and others power bi. Both essentially do the same thing . personally think power bi is a better.

[@graymccarthy685]

@shaunFX Yes. Remember you have Power Pivot, Power Query , Power Automate (as an add in) and soon Python built in Excel. This is basically Power BI in Excel. Learning this will stop you being a data monkey and actually doing finance

[@armoredchimp]

I don't want to become a data analyst but am just trying to break into the tech field and want to at least have a good understanding of databases. I'm primarily learning web development, cloud computing with sights on eventually working in DevOps probably, but I'm planning on taking a 20 hour SQL course on Udemy this summer because it just seems like a great additional field of knowledge to have

[@Cailus3542]

SQL really isn't that hard to learn, honestly. You'll breeze through it.

[@Gsksjsyslaiw]

I'LL AGREE WITH YOU. I ONLY HAVE GOOGLE DATA ANALYTICS CERT AND I REALLY WANT A DATA ANALYST JOB BUT I FEEL LIKE I'M NOT READY SO I APPLIED FOR ANOTHER JOB WHILE I'LL STUDY SQL, POWER BI AND PYTHON. ONCE I'M GOOD WITH THESE I'LL TRANSITION TO DATA ANALYTICS.

[@MTweedC4]

Very valuable and not just for Data Analysis. I absolutely forgot about the Microsoft-Certifications. Thanks for the reminder!

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@alienboogieman]

Yeah are you working by the way? As an analyst

[@finishyabreakfast21]

I felt defeated when I read the vid title lol but after watching, i was definitely valuable info that makes me feel my roadmap to becoming a data analyst can be even stronger

[@tigreonice2339]

2:40 tableau certificatiom ecam fee 250usd 3:00 microsoft power BI Data analyst 165 usd

[@brandonenoch]

Thank you for this. I am switching focuses of my career and I am doing the IBM data analysis cert on coursera. I’m actually using it to get a better understanding of concepts I know a little about. My plan was actually to get a (2nd) masters but with a concentration in informatics but this could help me at least get my feet wet. For clarity I’m coming from healthcare patient facing and I want to work to get to healthcare informatics essentially

[@Bdavis2475]

Just my opinion but if you already have a masters, a second one will not make you look any better. Focus on actually learning skills, doing projects, and get a couple certs

[@goofballbiscuits3647]

I was a healthcare data analyst and PM for 13 years. There is no fundamental difference that getting another advanced degree would bridge. Stats are stats and healthcare is still a business. This means that all financial KPIs, dashboards are roughly the same as any other company. When I'm in the hiring process, I am asking what can you do for our project? I don't care about the accolades if it doesn't improve our processes. If you're talking patient health/population health data, we hire MDs with MBA/MHAs. You aren't competing with that unless you brought a real toolkit with you. You'll get out-papered by clinical staff that pivoted. We would rather have a nurse that knew python than your resume. Otherwise, you're going to be in business ops... guaranteed.

[@goofballbiscuits3647]

I also don't say this to criticize; I genuinely wish you the best. When I've had staff with this same thought process, I feel like it's really just pursuing more titles because you are scared to be unworthy in the workfield. Stop doubting yourself and just take a Jr analyst position in the field of data you prefer. Maybe ask yourself: why do I feel drawn to healthcare specifically? Is there a deeper passion at play? Should that be the thing I actually pursue? It sounds like insecurity and knowing yourself might help you stop feeling like you need more degrees to bolster your worth. You really don't. You already kicked ass in school. I feel like more school would be simply avoiding being in the field. And it won't help as much as simply rolling your sleeves up and getting into the thick of it all. How do you know you'll even be happy with that pivot? I was the only non-clinical background on our analyst team. Every other analyst was a nurse who realized they didn't actually like the work a nurse does. But they do like math and programming languages! You didn't even have to force it; they learned it of their own volition and they were so much happier when finally honest with themselves. Best of luck.

[@valentinoagazzimandozzi8321]

I just found this video randomly and it helped me a LOT. I thank you a lot for giving this recommendations that cleared my mind on what to do to success in this industry.

[@Geomaverick124]

There are SQL certs but they are hard. Oracle has an Oracle SQL Developer and MySQL Administrator/ Developer. The other one is Azure Database Administrator certification.

[@learnwithlukas]

I'm not very familiar with SQL certs but might be worth looking into! Thanks

[@xuehaozhang2632]

Thanks for the content bro. But I would say even certs are not useful now, at least in Canada. With 2 Canadian internship experience, a master’s degree in data science, and all certs you can imagine for an entry level data analyst role, I got 1 interview out of around 200 applications so far. For one role that I had working knowledge in the tools, domain knowledge and all certs they listed in the job posting, and even with an internal referral, I got a rejection email 4 hours after application. It seems the market here is even tougher than in the States. Having that said, I will keep going until I land the first DA job.💪🏻

[@shaprepenr]

Thank you for this video. I’m about to finish the Google cert but I’m glad I now know I’m not done yet.

[@redleouk]

Truly, SQL is the most important tool for the data analyst job. However, what if the first data analyst job has no any SQL experience?

[@learnwithlukas]

Can you rephrase the question please

[@redleouk]

@@learnwithlukas Oh sorry, I mean if there has no chance to use SQL at first data job as experience. How to improve this point for the next job?

[@mahmoudmohamedismail1758]

I really like your videos specially about data analysis, straight honest and up to the point

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you!

[@ProdByZSD]

I have the Microsoft power BI certification, and 9 years of SQL experience. Couldn't even get an initial interview as a data analyst so far. Been applying since last month.

[@Princetonian4eva]

It’s taking people upwards of 5 months to land jobs now and it could be that you need to review your resume/CV and cover letter as well as how you’re tailoring them to the terms/phrases used in the job ad More and more companies are using automated systems to only glad applications that have high match rates with their job ads and regardless the experience, if yours is a low match then you won’t be considered

[@hezvandermeij]

Thanks so much for this video I'm starting my journey to analytics, as disabled early 20s student I'll be doing it all own pace at home but I do need that little push in form of earning certificates and taking exams. I really appreciate that you teach us the difference of certificates and certifications and which are typically more important for jobs, While still acknowledging that certificates can be valuable to yourself. And great tips/examples of what paths you can take.

[@essenceofachosen6407]

I have attempted the power BI data analyst Specialist exam 3 times already, since February 2023 I don't know if it's really hard or I'm just unlucky. The first time I was really sick, the second time I encountered technical difficulties with the online examination program (PearsonVUE) and lost a huge section of the exam, the third time I encountered the hardest questions of both times. Then, I realized I had to get a better understanding of Power BI and will do my fourth attempt next month.

[@chinonsomartins7308]

I didn't know the difference up until now, Thanks sir

[@whosssstaco]

Thank you. Setting others up for success. Good man.

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you!

[@whosssstaco]

@@learnwithlukas did you see a better interest from companies while following this certified pathway? I just started off in the Google analytics certificate and believed it was just that but didn’t realize getting certified for the certificate was better.

[@butter0405]

I am new to the data field, just got the data engineering foundation cert from IBM on Coursera and 1 more capstone project to finish the IBM data science cert on Coursera. I think one big difference between IBM cert and Google cert is that IBM has peer assignments, and you have to actually learn it :). I'm going to take one more data analyst cert from IBM. I am also planning to follow the study path on Datacamp for Power BI and be ready for the exam in the future. Your recommendation is really similar to what I plan to do next and I thank you so much because it strengthens my belief to pursue my plan.

[@sng8240]

Certificates are just an useless piece of paper for employers. If you want something substantial go for certifications. And there are almost no entry-level jobs for data engineering, that's a top role, any sane company wouldn't hire someone who just learned some skills in 6 months. Start with an entry level role like Data Analysis or software engineering, build solid SQL skills and start climbing for better positions

[@butter0405]

@@sng8240 That's what you say, not what the employer says. I am an electrical engineer, used to do recruitment work for my boss. At least these certificates show what you have studied, not the projects that you copy others. In the interview, they can know whether you have studied for real or fake, and whether the project is done by you or not. I want to make a career switch because I want to gain more experience and knowledge for my master's studies. You don't have to say things that everyone already knows.

[@aena5995]

​@@sng8240 is business data analytics worth it bachelors

[@analystcat]

You should honestly focus on 1 of the roles up there. A Data Engineer, Data Scientist, and Analyst have different tools and expertise. There might be some overlap but not enough. There are even many differences between a Data Analyst and BI Analyst. Data Engineering is in a totally different category of its own.

[@Fuji-l6t]

Oh my God!!! I haven't heard something this depressing in a long time. Though it's understandable, as long as there is high demand and low supply, good salaries can be negotiated. Especially if potential candidates are discouraged from this field from the very beginning. I don't agree that it's hard to find a job as a beginner. The demand in this profession is currently so high that it's considered a shortage occupation everywhere, and if someone has an aptitude for it, they can get a job even during their studies. That's how I got mine, too. I was only halfway through my studies and had multiple offers, even though I didn't do anything for it. The last time I watched Lucas's video was when I decided to change careers a bit more than a year ago. Even then, he took away even my will to 'get out of bed'. Thanks to others, I was stuck to my decision. Now I have to watch videos of puppies and kittens all day to restore my mood 🤕🤒🤮

[@Sara_1998_0]

Thanks a lot for the info in this video 👏 This is like a final stopping point to all other data analyst certifications videos ..keep it up.

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EverythingForLife777]

Once completing Google certificates, there are over 150 COs connected with them ready to hire.

[@JediWebSurf]

Thank you for the information..I didn't know there was a difference between certificates and certifications. Makes sense when I think of it like the IT field. 😮 I appreciate it.

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@motodog6542]

Thank you for this video... this means a lot to me.

[@HerroYuy246]

Man great outline thank you!

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@samueljung2165]

Thanks for the video. What do you think should change in job hunting after AGIs like gpts came out? It disrupts a lot of industries doesnt it?

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you! Video coming on this soon. I'll try to go over scenarios and things you can do.

[@Leonlion0305]

Gosh, that's bad news for me tbh. Honestly thought the certificate could help me get a job (on top of my somewhat relevant degree). I would need to leave Canada if I couldn't get a data analytics job by mid next year due to the crazy cost of living. At least it is good to find out early than later. Still might wanna try to find a job in the field if possible. I just hope I can prove I actually learn the stuff by making better than average projects.

[@amrghabbour1207]

Thank you Lukas, I'm very confused because a lot of pathways and online courses that I thought, it's not important for all recruiters.

[@stonwall9065]

God bless your directness. I am trying to distill this massive pool of Certs and applications into the handful which are most valued

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you!! Good luck

[@stonwall9065]

@@learnwithlukas By the way, Lukas. I see Tableau everywhere but you prefer BI? Why is that? If it doesnt take up too much of your time

[@learnwithlukas]

@@stonwall9065 Personal preference. Both are good. Might make a video comparing them thought!

[@tahanawfal]

I would add to practice sql and Python on hacker rank or leetcode and get ranked will be great as well

[@aaronaleman9551]

Thank you for making this video. Are you able to share your opinion on the Comptia Data+ Certification? How would you compare it to PowerBI and Tableau Data Analyst Certifications?

[@learnwithlukas]

Not very familiar with this one but I'll check it out and get back to you, thanks!

[@felipepereira3061]

In the Comptia site, they tell that these certifications are on the same level. I rlly hope so lol

[@ignacioa3698]

Great insight sir! However, what would you say about folks who will push back and defend specifically the Google certificate in Coursera that also provides support for job hunting? I believe they have hundreds of comp's listed in their page that's accessible to those who complete the course.

[@learnwithlukas]

Coursera certs like the Google one are still very useful. Nothing against them, I actively encourage people to take them!

[@ignacioa3698]

​@@learnwithlukas gotcha!!!! Thank you!!!

[@alienboogieman]

@@ignacioa3698 They are useful in the sense it shows initiative for someone wanting to get into the career. With that said, you are going up against hundreds of people using the same platform, applying to the same job within the same company. It will be difficult to be recognized by them. A certificate of completion is different than being a certified specialist as stated in this video. So keep that in mind because people are frustrated at the fact that they are not able to get hired by these companies because they don't stand out or someone is more experienced in what they are marketing about their skills both technical and professional.

[@ggggffhj1515]

Hello, I also completed the Google Data certificate. It's true you have access to other jobs once you complete the certificate. However, that's that. You are not even guaranteed an interview with those job opportunities. So, you need to grind a lot either acquiring more knowledge, learning other skills or building a portfolio. This video was truly an eye-opener for me. It resonated with me a lot.

[@alienboogieman]

@Thawne because competition eliminates chances for monopolies to happen. Mid to smaller companies that are able to get a piece of the pie provides more for others in different industries. Instead of going for the white collar silicon valley bs that everyone tries to do, talent can be spent at other companies much more profitable such as the heavy industry. Programmers are wasting their time creating and maintaining apps or any other type of software like for Google. Helping to build a safer car for everyone to use is much more satisfying than some app on your phone. Innovation baby, and capitalism is not perfect but it's better than jobs being like Amazons warehouses. Low skilled job for minimal pay and high risk of injury. Or taking a quiz so you can see what they will pay you but get denied the job.

[@romanticscents]

This is exactly the information I was looking for. Thank youl.

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jaredgreathouse3672]

I'm from academia. My internship is in the private sector. The fact that I'm a good problem solver, am an experienced statistician and programmer, and am a PHD student is what keeps me competitive with other people in industry. Certs won't give you those skills. Stats and modeling isn't something you learn overnight, it takes years of experience (not even just in industry, if you're an econometrician, you'll do fine). Either way, being a data analyst or scientist isn't "just" code, it takes lots of substantive knowledge. That's partly why we make the money we do.

[@notting2640]

This. The most valuable trait of a data analyst is the ability to accurately interpret complex data structures mathematically, condensing it into easy to understand figures and coming up with a proper and suitable conclusion to the data. All these courses and certifications only lay down the most basic foundations for you, the most they can get you is an entry data job at some boomersoft company imo. Big data and big tech will still look to academia first (graduates and PhDs) before they get some rando who have no experience or education in the field to work at their company.

[@techbasics2647]

Thank you so much for this roadmap. I feel I can trust this information.

[@learnwithlukas]

You are so welcome

[@tdmisawesome]

title i think is hyperbolic for the clicks

[@bevans224]

I appreciate the insight. I’m looking into taking that Google course, and my idea was to get a good looking portfolio afterwards, good thing that was a good line of thought. My next question becomes, what is being a data analyst like hours wise? I am going to school right now for music and I want to pivot into data analytics so I have a good job to support my career choice of music. Would I be expected to work set hours every week or is it like the food business of “you get off when the job is done” ? I would essentially want to have free time outside of work so that way I could hone my skills and not just live at work

[@learnwithlukas]

You can work set hours, it's not as bad

[@zeonweb77]

Hey Lukas ! Great content and very to the point as well. I'm starting my journey towards IT & Data, when I clicked your 2 last links Google Data Analytics Certificate & Data Analyst Guided Projects, they didn't work, any fix, or am I doing something wrong? Thanks again for your feedback and great content !

[@learnwithlukas]

I'll check it out, thank you!

[@Thanzin1]

Great tips Lukas. You're absolutely right that without experience or a very strong portfolio, the chance of someone landing a gig is near zero especially in this competitive industry from my personal experience. From your perspective, does having a certification make a small difference or a big difference to a person with no pervious experience in the field?

[@learnwithlukas]

It can make a difference, depending on your current qualifications and the certification

[@praveen3915]

like the quote "IT'S NOT A SPRINT, IT'S A MARATHON"

[@archanapullela]

Hi, thanks for the video! Great content! Question/Request: please suggest ways to build a portfolio

[@learnwithlukas]

Great suggestion! The resume & portfolio package is intented to accomplish that, but I will try to create some free videos as well.

[@_anupamchauhan]

Great video Lukas! Really appreciate your content. Apart from power bi / tableau certification and SQL understanding mentioned in the video what else basic certification can we add to our Resume for a data analyst role related to Python/ML/AI and skills required for someone pursuing data science?

[@remiboxgames3736]

At the moment im in a point in my life that i want to go back to the tech field. I used to be a contractor for meta 2 years ago until the tech market crashed and i was let go. I have not been able to find another company who is willing to give me an opportunity to learn. The only thing under my belt is my associates and then my past a technician for a semiconductor company. Currently i am working as TA for a school and its a great job but i really miss the tech field. As a beginner and having to start over...would Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate would be good to start or do you recommend something else as a fresh beginner?

[@RicardodeAbreu]

Good tips friend. Keep them coming.

[@learnwithlukas]

Thanks, will do!

[@fazdatasciencetechcodingml5662]

Needed this

[@ghr6518]

I have been Certified in Power BI Data Analyst Certification. But no job for last 6 months

[@qorazx]

Data camp now hade certified exams too. Proving that you can do either python and SQL or r and SQL.

[@Official.Kings_Store]

Thanks so much for this brother

[@armanwirawan7099]

i took google certificates from coursera and now just completing IBM data science certificates i feel this personally when i complete something and i feel like i'm cheating because there's so many examples out there i want to work on certifications so that i know my skills isn't just googling this stuff but actual real skill i can use

[@h.9089]

Do you recommend I should complete this certificate and the Google Data Analyst Certificate at the same time?

[@kdspland]

Great info!

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kelsonxie1953]

This is from my personal experience. A little bit of background. I had no prior experience to power BI or any knowledge of BI tools in general. I read through the entirety of the Microsoft Power BI self-paced content, bought a set of practice questions off udemy and passed the examination. It's been about 4 months now and I'm still struggling to find a job. I'd say the job market for data analytics is really bloated right now and is difficult finding a job. I'd like to think the Power BI certification helps, and I definitely think better than nothing, but it seems like getting into data analytics right now is hard in general

[@learnwithlukas]

Yep, it's tough for beginners

[@Zuranthus]

are you not even getting interviews though? do you list SQL as one of your skills?

[@kelsonxie1953]

I got 1. I do list SQL as a skill@@Zuranthus

[@User-vz4xm]

Do you get any interview? I also have the feeling that’s it’s super saturated now.

[@kitty1977]

Have you created portfolio showing your skills learned? If not, focus on doing projects and put the link for them in your LinkedIn account to show what you can do.

[@PaladinLeeroy42069]

The days of getting a job without a degree are also dying. You gotta have it all in 2023 and onwards.

[@Albidon]

Says who? You can have a degree and not have the skills and you won’t get a job it’s a skill based world if you have the skills you’ll find a job for sure

[@PaladinLeeroy42069]

@@Albidon I absolutely agree with the first part because the same applies to professions that require a degree in that field. What I’m saying is that with the growing interest in people gaining the skills they need and filling out the entry-level, we’re getting closer to a time where being in tech will share that barrier to entry that law, medicine, etc has with needing some kind of degree AND the required skills to break in without connections

[@Albidon]

@@PaladinLeeroy42069 Lol I disagree Google has clearly established what college degrees mean in the real world without the coding skills no skills = no job no matter who you are medical and law is different

[@Albidon]

I’m not saying college degrees aren’t worth it they are they are an advantage but you can definitely get employed if you process the proper skills

[@Albidon]

Networking is key

[@DiversamenteAbili]

I took the Microsoft power bi data analyst cert and made no difference at all. HR probably don't even know what they are or what's the difference

[@Albidon]

Where do you live?

[@gabrychina4435]

@@Albidon europe

[@Albidon]

@@gabrychina4435 I see why, I’m located on East coast usa best of luck tho anything possible in todays world

[@TLH90]

The best video I've come across - Thank you

[@learnwithlukas]

Wow, thanks!

[@alexisyanessanz1076]

Thanks for your videos Lukas. What do you think about SAP Analytics Cloud? Is that a good certification?

[@learnwithlukas]

Hard to say, depends on your goals. Need to learn more about that one

[@crishnagarkar7732]

This was soo helpful Can you please make similar video for data science...like skillset and certifications!!

[@learnwithlukas]

I'll try!

[@RoleJohn]

Lucas the content is amazing . One question that would be highly appreciated if you respond. I have studied SQL but i cant proceed with a project , i dont know how/where to start Can u assist me? Thanks in advance

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you! I will see if I can make something or add more resources to the roadmap for SQL projects soon. learnwithlukas.com/roadmap

[@mayowaomoniyi6420]

thanks for the infornation

[@goofballbiscuits3647]

Thinking about getting analyst certs but aren't learning python? Family... skip the paperwork and focus on actual skills.

[@lattesu_]

i barely had any idea about what being a data analyst is, i've watched a few youtube videos talking about what they mostly do and i found them attractive, still, i didn't know where to start, i randomly took a free course from openclassroom and it introduced me to python, thanks to that one, i barely know how to extract data, prepare, clean, remove outliers etc through python but that was it, i don't know what's next so i looked up coursera and i found that course by google and its completely free if i don't need a certificate, i'm on the second course out of eight and compared to before i started, i feel more confident on my knowledge about data analysis, my way of thinking has changed like i often find myself asking questions and fascinated about the process of taking data and turning them into something understandable, i take the courses seriously and even the discussion forums, i'm self-studying excel, tableau and sql then i plan to start my own portfolio after the courses, i do not care if i get approved on the financial aid or not, but i gotta ask, am i on the right track here?

[@nikjojo]

you're on the right track, good work. the hard part is getting the first job 😀 which requires certifications (show in this video) and projects (but obviously real world industry experience is far more valuable).

[@lattesu_]

@@nikjojo thank you, i'll worry about certifications after i get some personal portfolio done...and yeah getting the first job being the hardest is true

[@majokrikri9743]

Thank you for this video

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you! Good luck with everything!

[@phantomvox951]

I dont know anything about data analytics. Im currently doing the google cert. I know you cant get a job with it but for somebody like me with zero knowledge is a great start. After I get the cert I will do a couple of projects and get the certs mentioned in this video.

[@learnwithlukas]

You're definitely on the right track. Good luck!

[@rishovbarai]

Thank you for sharing this infomation.

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@geekybutton2589]

I am doing the advanced Data Analytics course on coursera, there almost majority of the answers on forum are laterally dots or copy past of the question.

[@itim777]

Some recruiters like certs. Some don’t. Do what you want.

[@vashitvaraj6608]

Kindly make a video that how AI such as Chat GPT will affect data analyst jobs and what we as a beginner can do to keep up with it? Ps: this video was really informative.

[@fattythecow]

I just started the google data analytics course about 5 days ago and was considering paying the 50$ a month to get the full course certificate, I think this is the news i needed to hear to definitely not even bother paying for it and just get what certificates from it i can during the free trial. As someone that was about to waste 50$, thank you

[@TheShaolin015]

1950: Person: Hi I would like a job please. Employer: Youre hired! Person: Do you need my name? Employer: Nope, Ill see you on monday. 2023: Person: Hi I would like a job please. Here is my resume, my certifiactions, my bachelor's, my masters, and my references. Employer: 🖕F*** you

[@Rikidybones]

Spot on!

[@jimyasserambang9449]

So, what's your recommendations for newbie in that particular field?

[@medderouiche9342]

Why is Tableau more important than Power BI ?

[@tinop414]

I almost skipped this video because most of these are horrible advice. This was spot on.

[@yusufermanto1540]

hello, i am subscribed to your channel as your information sharing is great, but may i ask you something about data analyst certification. i just have high school diploma 2 years ago and working in my mother's shop to earn money, but i still want to find a job in IT industry and that when i stumbled upon data analyst, so i started trying to learn thing like advance excel, python, SQL, numpy, and pandas month ago, but i see that you needed to learn Tableau or Power BI too, but i dont even have enough money to do the certification so i cannot afford Tablau or Power BI. Can i made a resume that included my high school diploma and free courses that i attend to learn and highlight more of work/volunteer experience that i gained through my journey to get a job as data analyst to overshadowed my lack of certification and no formal education? because i see that in your video you still needed some kind of certification. can i buy the app like Proggrammer hero or Programmer Hub as they are more affordable to me? thank you and have a great day😊

[@courtlandtpalton3441]

And people said you don’t need a degree for IT

[@lucafortuzzi6462]

Hi, Thank for tips! Where can I find some project datasets like the ones you show in the video?

[@learnwithlukas]

Kaggle is a good site. You can also find lots of free/open source datasets, just search and you'll find something for you :)

[@renmohammed7785]

i was wondering where i should even start and how i could even get into Undergraduate degrees with relevant experience instead of my A levels as they are not as relevant to the mathematical aspect of Data science as i take social sciences. I do not have a part time job and i am still looking, with a lack of support from the family im finding it really hard to get certified solid qualification for Data Science. Would love some help! im doing this all on my own thanks

[@mrscreamer379]

The problem with these types of certification is that the barrier to entry is extremely low. You just need time and a couple of hundred dollars. You are going to find yourself competing with people in low income economies who will undercut you all the time. Certifications on multi-million dollar platforms like Workday or Salesforce are far more valuable because you need a platform to practise on and you can't just buy one. It's a bit chicken and egg, but that's why you earn more money on these.

[@learnwithlukas]

I would not recommend beginners to persue certifications on these platforms instead of these fundamental certifications, but I do see the point you're making.

[@larryhatcher8927]

Great video.......I'm currently taking two of the Google Certificates. Some of the info in these courses are good but I don't know if they truly prepare you for a career

[@learnwithlukas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@icem6765]

Is the CAIP certification worth it? Would you make a video?

[@gauravpakhe2738]

Thank you so much man❤❤

[@learnwithlukas]

No problem 👍

[@tigreonice2339]

Does it make a difference in USA, Canada or Europe to find a job or in salary to have a university or technical degree in computer science? And 2. Can you arrive and enter in your country or do you have to take a special test?

[@lavatr8322]

How do I know If this Data Analytics is good career for me?

[@fatmanslim4592]

Wow this video is a godsend. Iv no clue where to begin buy i did stumble on yhe google analytics course which i planned on doing and hope that gives me some creds. But you just destroyed that hope. Im thankful though cause now ill look into those two you mentioned. Money is a big issue for me so i cant just drop alot of hundreds of dollars on learning.

[@learnwithlukas]

Thank you. But don't avoid online courses completely, they have their purpose too!

[@ShawnFX]

Hi there, wonderful video! Is there something similar like this for financial analyst? I'm currently look for certificates to put on my resume but now after watching this video, wanna look for certifications. Or would it be the same since in finance programs like Excel, Tableau, Power BI are used a lot

[@learnwithlukas]

Thanks! Not an expert at that but maybe someone else here knows

[@kefodilebutimphahlele5910]

Let's say you get these Coursera certificate through a sponsorship like IBM, does that not make you certified?

[@jackskay]

what's your opinion on comptia data+ wouldn't that be easier since it's somewhat a combo of the certs you displayed?

[@learnwithlukas]

Video coming on certifications soon!