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Dear Analyst #94: Helen Mary Barrameda on having a “portfolio career” prior to being a data analyst, winning the NASA Space Apps challenge, and wfh tips

A common theme I’ve noticed from talking with many data analysts and data engineers is that they didn’t come from a “data” background. Helen Mary Barrameda someone who exemplifies this theme. She is based in the Philippines and started her career as a freelance writer in 2004 writing lifestyle pieces. She used her earnings from […]

Excerpts from Range by David Epstein and financial modeling

Range: Why Generalists Triumph In A Specialized World by David Epstein came on my radar after listening to another podcast. Thought the premise was interesting in that people who “dabble” in various interests and hobbies end up excelling (no pun intended) in life and have a more rewarding career. I read a few excerpts that […]