Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Most aspiring data analysts struggle with knowing what projects to build. This list of 5 projects spans beginner to advanced levels and is designed to impress recruiters and hiring managers.

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⌚ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – From construction to Senior Financial Analyst (no applications)
03:06 – Why his non-data background actually helped
08:24 – The projects + portfolio that made recruiters reach out
10:27– How LinkedIn led to a job offer
23:03 – Biggest lessons for breaking into data

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