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The Importance of Education and Mentorship in Data

Lillian Pierson, P.E.

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In the world of data science, skills are constantly changing and evolving. Lillian shares insight into how mentorship can help you to develop and hone your skills while you expand your knowledge. The conversation also covers the need for a data leader to have a strong understanding of the company's goals and objectives, as well as an idea about where their company should be going in order to stay competitive in today's digital world.

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Hi, I'm Lillian Pierson, Data-Mania's founder. We welcome you to our little corner of the internet. Our mission is to equip data & technology service providers, SaaS founders, and consultants with the cutting-edge insights, trends, and impartial perspectives they need to harness the potential of applied AI, build strategic data-intensive solutions, and catalyze rapid business growth.