Susan ShuinTowards Data ScienceThe first 90 days in my first data science role: Most important lessons retrospectiveNow as a Principal data scientist, here is some advice for those starting their data science career, based on lessons I learned.Jan 3, 2021Jan 3, 2021
Susan ShuinTowards Data Science3 levels of complexity: How I approach data science storytellingI often speak about technical topics in machine learning. Here’s how I tailor the talks for maximum communication.Dec 6, 2020Dec 6, 2020
Susan ShuinTowards Data ScienceWhy networking is like investing in an index fund — How I met multiple interviewers by attending…How I already knew my interviewers when applying for my first data science job.Aug 16, 2020Aug 16, 2020
Susan ShuinTowards Data ScienceShould you take more online courses or master’s to boost your resume for data science jobs?3 scenarios and recommendationsJul 12, 20201Jul 12, 20201
Susan ShuinTowards Data ScienceTailored approach to data science interviews, step by step — How I entered the data science fieldThis beginner-friendly guide outlines a step by step action plan on how to pass phone screens and hiring manager technical interviews.Mar 29, 2020Mar 29, 2020
Susan ShuinTowards Data ScienceHow I entered the data science field (with an arts degree) — 2 pillars of interview preparationThis beginner-friendly guide outlines how I prepared for data science job search, so you leave with a detailed action plan.Mar 18, 2020Mar 18, 2020
Susan ShuHow I journaled every day for 2+ years: my favorite habit to build any new habitI consider my daily journaling habit to be one of my most essential habits, boosting both my productivity and wellbeing. I started in…Jan 19, 2020Jan 19, 2020
Susan ShuinTowards Data ScienceHow to choose a data science project — and maximize your motivation to complete itI’ve often been asked the question: How do I pick a good data science side project? Here is a step by step approach.Oct 3, 2019Oct 3, 2019
Susan ShuHow I completed a graduate level course while working full time: a self-discipline frameworkIt’s 9 pm on a Tuesday. Two hours of studying done. I’d gotten home from work at 6 pm, had a quick dinner, and got started on Euler…Jun 30, 2019Jun 30, 2019
Susan ShuHow I passed the CFA Level 1 exam in 6 weeks: a study planI studied for the Chartered Financial Analyst Level 1 exam in the summer between undergrad and master’s. This post was written after the…Jun 29, 2019Jun 29, 2019