PURPOSE:

     I chose data analytics because I’ve always been drawn to understanding how things work and making sense of information. I am a very curious person and tend not to rest until I find clear and logical information, when I encounter a new insight that does not make sense to me. My background in math really strengthened that, but it was my experience working as a Direct Support Professional that made it more meaningful. I saw how important good decisions are and how they directly affect people’s lives.

   Data analytics is the perfect way to combine those two things: thinking critically and making an impact. As I’ve been training in tools like SQL and Tableau, I’ve realized how powerful it is to turn data into clear insights that others can use. That’s what motivates me, and it’s why I want to grow in this field.

   In five years, I see myself working as a data scientist and deepening my skills in areas like machine learning and advanced data modeling, while continuing to gain real-world experience solving business problems with data and building on my analytics skills. I’m developing now and gaining deeper experience in the world of data. I also plan to use those skills to start and grow my own business, using data to make informed decisions and improve performance. Overall, I want to be in a position where I’m using data to drive meaningful impact.