In this episode of unDUBBED, hosts Fiona Gordon and Sarah Burnett explore the Consultant's Toolkit for the Modern Analyst with data experts Chris Love and Carl Allchin. They discuss their journeys into consulting, the evolution of data visualization tools like Tableau, the impact of AI on data roles, and the importance of asking the right questions in consulting. The conversation also touches on learning from data disasters, the necessity of curiosity and bravery in data analysis, and the future of data preparation with Informatica's acquisition by Salesforce.

Takeaways

• The consultant mindset is essential for analysts looking to level up.
• Curiosity and bravery are key traits for successful consultants.
• Asking the right questions can lead to better insights and solutions.
• Data visualization has evolved significantly over the years.
• AI is changing the landscape of data roles and responsibilities.
• Building trust with clients is crucial for effective consulting.
• Learning from past data disasters can improve future practices.
• The importance of data ethics is growing in the age of AI.
• Data preparation skills are vital for unlocking data value.
• The integration of tools like Informatica can enhance data governance.

Links

• Carl Allchin https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-allchin-9160451b/
• Carl Allchin's books - https://www.preppindata.com/book
• Chris Love LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisplove/
• Chris' substack https://lovedatalovegrowth.substack.com/
• Love Data Love Growth Podcast https://lovedatalovegrowth.substack.com/podcast
• Charles Sturt University GenAI Use Paper - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o3gzqzipVY-rpJ1qF0f5MrBJds90Azyc/view?usp=sharing

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Undubbed

02:17 The Consultant's Journey

07:20 Early Days with Tableau

12:13 The Evolution of Data Consulting

16:12 AI and the Future of Data

25:01 Consulting Skills for Success

27:22 Transforming Presentations into Conversations

31:14 The Art of Asking Questions

34:40 Navigating Data Disasters

39:55 Pushing Back Against Pressure

45:34 Curiosity and Bravery in Consulting

47:52 The Future of Data Preparation

53:19 The Impact of Informatica Acquisition

Keywords

data consulting, Tableau, AI in analytics, data visualization, consulting skills, data ethics, data disasters, data preparation, analytics tools, data storytelling