2Understanding the Paths into Data
If you want to become a data analyst, you need a game plan. Having a clear roadmap to follow takes the guesswork out of the process, which saves time and energy. Without a clear plan, many people end up spending too much money on courses they don't need and getting discouraged by a lack of direction.
I know people from so many different backgrounds who have changed careers to get into data analytics! Everyone's story is different, but the key themes can be boiled down to a few different approaches. I decided to take the cheapest and most independent route into data analytics, and that is what this book will focus on. But first I will present you with each of the options so that you can make the right decision for your situation.
How Hard Is It to Become a Data Analyst?
This was one of my number‐one questions when I was still on the fence about whether I was going to uproot all my life plans and go into data. I cannot tell you how hard anything along the way is going to be for you. However, I can share with you my story and how hard it was for me, and tell you what I have observed from hundreds of other people who have made their way into their first data analyst role.
Becoming a data analyst is work. Anybody who tells you otherwise is trying to sell you a course or gain you as a ...
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