Valerie Nirala, ASA Communications Strategist Starting your career as a statistician or data scientist can be daunting. However, by networking strategically, harnessing your resources, and preparing, you can position yourself for success. Network: Expanding Beyond Your Inner Circle Networking isn’t just about reaching out to people you already know—it’s about building … [Read more...] about Position Yourself for Success to Grab That New Job
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Statistics Without Borders Empowers Communities with Data
Statistics Without Borders and UNILAG Data Science Bootcamp By Betty Su Many organizations exist to make the world a better place, but not all have access to statistical or related technical expertise. At Statistics Without Borders, the volunteers are working to change that. Statistics Without Borders is an all-volunteer organization guided by a commitment to equity, … [Read more...] about Statistics Without Borders Empowers Communities with Data
JSM Overwhelm? Here’s Advice from Seasoned Attendees
Attending the Joint Statistical Meetings for the first time can feel overwhelming—it’s a big event with thousands of attendees! To help ease nerves, we asked a few seasoned attendees to share their first-time experiences. From unexpected moments to valuable lessons, here’s what they had to say: Liz Mannshardt, Westat What is a “wow” moment from your first conference? At my … [Read more...] about JSM Overwhelm? Here’s Advice from Seasoned Attendees
Mastering LinkedIn: A Statistician’s Guide to Building a Standout Profile
By Eric Cai LinkedIn is the most popular social network for professional purposes. You can use it to display your accomplishments, share your knowledge, meet other professionals, apply for jobs, and participate in discussions about topics that interest you. For statisticians, it is useful for students, recent graduates, and working professionals to learn about the trends in … [Read more...] about Mastering LinkedIn: A Statistician’s Guide to Building a Standout Profile
Q&A with Charmaine Dean
In honor of Women’s History Month, we interviewed Charmaine Dean, a woman who has made significant strides in the world of data science. Here, she shares advice for the next generation of aspiring data scientists. Charmaine Dean is vice president, research and international, and professor in the department of statistics and actuarial science at the University of Waterloo. … [Read more...] about Q&A with Charmaine Dean