OM DENNE EPISODE
Bill Schmarzo is widely known as The Dean of Big Data. With over 30 years of experience in advanced analytics, BI, and data science, Bill brings a rare combination of technical depth and business insight. He’s a Professor and the author of four books, including The Economics of Data, Analytics, and Digital Transformation and AI & Data Literacy.
In this episode, you’ll learn valuable insights on the human side of data, including:
1. The difference between being data-driven vs. value-driven
2. How to create a truly data-driven culture
3. The impact of generative AI on data science
4. How to better understand the business side of your work
A powerful conversation packed with perspective, practical advice, and a fresh take on what it means to lead with data.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schmarzo/Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science: https://shorturl.at/wy1cy
Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business: https://shorturl.at/zQqOP
The Economics of Data, Analytics, and Digital Transformation: The theorems, laws, and empowerments to guide your organization's digital transformation: https://shorturl.at/i3YUB
AI & Data Literacy: Empowering Citizens of Data Science: https://shorturl.at/CmiXC
The MindSpeaking podcast is about the Human Side of Data. I invite thought leaders to spread their insights about data, communication, and personal development.
Highlights:
01:29 – Learning vs knowledge03:36 – Why Bill had to unlearn BI?05:38 – Why tech teams love the wrong things?08:09 – Rise of ChatGPT: Tech skills still relevant?13:23 – What most people miss about data culture?22:00 – The IKEA effect in data science28:05 – Two tools Bill always uses before building30:40 – Why Bill says no to analytics translators?34:21 – What’s missing in data science education?37:04 – How Bill avoids mental atrophy?
