Data Camp

<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">How do you gain the experience without having ever been given the experience? </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Recently our Co-Founder, James, held a webinar with </span><a href="//www.datacamp.com/about" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Datacamp</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> explaining the key skills employers are looking for when interviewing you. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Around the world, the job hunt is on and landing a job…is often trickier than it seems. What we do at iO-Sphere is unveil the mystery that is landing a job and equip you with the tools and skills to not only stand out in your interview but consistently thrive in your new role. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The world of data is growing at an exponential rate. In every industry the key decision makers are looking for data professionals to help guide their thinking and get more insight on their business performance to help make the right decisions. So in short, they want you. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">But, traditional bootcamps and Universities aren’t necessarily giving the professional skills that employers are looking for: curiosity, problem solving, teamwork and many more. Which means that when you are sitting across from them in the interview, you may have the technical skills but they are looking for people who they can seamlessly integrate into their business. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In the webinar with Datacamp, James touched on what it is that employers are looking for when hiring data professionals. Not only what programmes should have on lockdown but what professional and soft skills are they keeping their eye out for. He then goes to give you the starting tool kit, some hints and guides for you to start using right away in your job interviews. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">People are looking to hire you in data, make sure they can’t say no. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Some insider tips: </span></p><p><br></p><ol><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Know what role you’re applying for: </span></li><li><br></li></ol><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We know this sounds basic, but as data expands there are thousands of niche roles popping up. Make sure you know exactly what role you’re applying for and be confident in your ability to execute and be successful in that role. </span></p><p><br></p><ol><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Confidence in your experience and skills: </span></li></ol><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Being a data professional isn’t just about knowing SQL or Python. It’s about working with people, it’s about understanding what the business needs and using your skills as a data professional to help guide them in the right direction. </span></p><p><br></p><ol><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Applying for jobs: </span></li></ol><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Don’t just go in guns blazing and apply for every job under the sun (don’t get us wrong, quantity is important) but make sure you know what your applying for, you’ve done your research and you’re making sure that you are networking with the right people. People are more likely to hire someone that they’ve been referred than someone straight off LinkedIn. So get out there and get active when applying for jobs. </span></p><p><br></p><ol><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Interviewing: </span></li></ol><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">When you step into that interview always remember to be yourself. After all, if you are committed to working there, being someone else is not going to work out long term. Interviewers want to see that you can solve problems, that you can be part of the team and most importantly you can help make their business grow - so make sure you practice ahead of time and just relax. </span></p><p><br></p><ol><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">You’ve got the job: </span></li></ol><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">You’ve got the job! But that doesn’t mean you can kick back and just relax - make sure on the first day you are already doing your research, understanding what the company needs and forming relationships with your colleagues. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">These are just a few quick tips to help you in your job search, but you can watch the webinar in full and get the real scoop. </span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>