D01 Disrupting the Data Game from Day One
Summary: In this conversation, Fiona Gordon and Sarah Burnett discuss their journey from corporate careers to starting the dub dub data marketplace, sourcing consulting and data products from the world’s best to help people unlock value from data. They explore the challenges and opportunities that come with career transitions, the importance of building a supportive community in the data field, and their vision for a marketplace that connects data professionals and organisations. They also candidly share their fears about entrepreneurship and the dynamics of working with friends, while outlining their plans for a podcast that will delve into various data-related topics.
Useful Links:
- Visit our website https://dubdubdata.com
- EOI - Become a Dubber, join our community and sell your products and services on the marketplace - https://bit.ly/dubdubEOI
- Not interested in selling but want to be part of our community? https://bit.ly/dubdubjoincommunity
Takeaways:
- Building a community is essential for data professionals, but finding ways to help members monetise their skills, without giving everything away for free, is key.
- dub dub are looking for people and organisations to be founding members.
- Fractional consulting lets businesses access expert skills part-time, offering flexibility and focused expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.
- Redundancy can be a catalyst for new opportunities.
- Embracing fears is part of the entrepreneurial journey.
- Upskilling is crucial in the evolving data landscape. Creating a supportive network can ease career transitions.
- Friendship can enhance business partnerships.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to unDUBBED Podcast
00:49 Sarah's Origin Story in Data
05:17 Fiona's Journey and Career Path
10:09 Navigating Redundancy and Reinvention with dub dub data
16:39 Exploring DubDub Data's Vision and Mission
19:43 Building a Community Around Data
23:31 Services and Products in the Data Marketplace
26:10 Exploring Fractional Roles in Data
29:13 Innovative Products for the Data Community
31:17 Facing Fears in Business Ventures
33:44 The Dynamics of Friendship in Business
35:48 Vision for the Podcast and Community Engagement
Keywords data marketplace, data consulting, redundancy, career transition, community building, data analytics, business fears, podcasting, upskilling, networking
