Becoming a Data Entrepreneur

Ever wondered about setting out on your own as a data entrepreneur? Before you take the risk, you may want to explore the basics of what it’s really like to work in the field. In this audio-only course—adapted from the Free the Data Podcast—Ben Sullins talks with the founder of DATAcated, Kate Strachnyi, about her career journey into the world of data analytics and her recommendations for making it on your own.

Discover the wide range of pathways into a career as a data entrepreneur. Learn about Kate’s first forays into data and how she transitioned to full-time analyst. With hard-won examples of running an online business and using productivity books to boost efficiency, Kate shares her insights on cultivating success and work-life balance at the same time. Along the way, she gives you tips on sprucing up your data visualizations and choosing the right colors to individuate your brand.

Note: This course was created by Ben Sullins of the Free the Data Podcast. We are pleased to host this content in our library.