The Siloed Practitioner's Playbook

Being a solitary data scientist can be lonely, whether in an embedded role or pioneering data science adoption within an organization. As you collaborate with individuals with varying business contexts, subject-matter expertise, and data backgrounds, there are strategies you can apply to set yourself up for success.
In this session, Lauren Burke-McCarthy will demonstrate how solitary or siloed data scientists can thrive by gaining support and buy-in from key stakeholders. She'll cover the "road trip" strategy for identifying allies and finding quick wins to demonstrate value. She'll also discuss communicating the difference between traditional analytics and data science, as well as techniques for educating stakeholders and leveling up junior practitioners.
Attendees will learn how to identify organizational needs and effectively scope projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and defining clear measures of success while identifying opportunities to deliver incremental value. We'll cover the importance of creating end-user-focused documentation, where it should live, and how to use "SEO" to make your data science presence more visible.

This talk will be presented by Lauren Burke-McCarthy, Senior Data Scientist Lead, Strategy at Further.

Session will take place 4-5pm, followed by networking 5-6pm. Food and drinks will be provided.

Meetups are hosted the third Wednesday of each month at Union Hall in OTR and feature subject matter experts and enthusiasts in the fields of data and analytics.

Thank you to our sponsors:

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Transportation options to Union Hall include:

• Bus: there are over 10 bus stops within a three block radius of Union Hall. These stops are serviced by lines that go to neighborhoods including Walnut Hills, Norwood, Pleasant Ridge, Northside, College Hill, Clifton, Mt. Auburn, Avondale, Finneytown, and others. Bus fare within Hamilton County is $2, and you can plan your trip using the Transit app: transitapp.com.
• Cycling: bike parking is available on the street right outside Union Hall, and bikes are permitted inside Union Hall, if you would prefer to bring your bike inside.
• Driving: the Mercer Commons Garage is right across the street from Union Hall, and is $4 for 2 hours.