Becoming a Data Evangelist/Advocate

Course details

In an age where companies are focused on becoming more data driven and data literate, a new type of role has arrived: the data evangelist and the data advocate. People working in these roles collaborate across suborganizations to help employees and teams speak the same data language, understand data operations and governance, and educate and facilitate both internal and external stakeholders to develop and adopt a broader, more sophisticated organizational data strategy.

This course is designed for learners who are interested in upskilling, advancing their careers, and landing this exciting new role. Discover what a data evangelist and data advocate is, how to become one, how to get a job, how to nail the role, and how to avoid errors and debunk common myths.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Your ticket to an in-demand career
02 - The importance of this role
03 - The reality of working in data analysis
04 - Using the exercise files

1. Understanding Data Advocacy and Evangelist Roles

05 - What is data advocacy
06 - Evangelist or advocate - Which are you
07 - The benefits of being a data advocate or evangelist
08 - Are you a good fit
09 - How to get hired
10 - Becoming an in-house evangelist

2. Getting Started in Data Advocacy and Evangelism

11 - Finding your why
12 - Pick a social platform and build your following
13 - Find allies

3. What Are the Myths Surrounding Data Advocacy

14 - Myth #1 - You need a huge social media following
15 - Myth #2 - You need tech skills
16 - Myth #3 - You need years of experience
17 - Myth #4 - You need to be a great public speaker

Conclusion

18 - Starting to find your advocacy voice