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Our Global Careers Calls to employers, current students and alumni of the University of London uncovers the stories behind a range of careers and industries from around the world. These episodes provide insights into professional journeys, as well as tips to get into your chosen industry and much more.
The views expressed during these podcasts are purely those of the contributors at the time of broadcast, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the University of London.
To listen to previous episodes and find further resources by our team visit www.london.ac.uk/careers
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-london-careers-service
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In this episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast's ninth season, our host Liz Wilkinson interviews Raj Kandathil, a data analyst originally from India now based in Berlin. Raj discusses his journey of balancing work at a ride-hailing company with pursuing a Master's degree in Data Science from the University of London. He shares insights on the importance of adapting to new skills in the tech industry, the impact of AI, and the significance of soft skills like persuasion and negotiation. Raj also reflects on his experiences working in diverse, multicultural environments and offers advice for both new and aspiring data scientists.
Key points:
[02:07] - Raj's Motivation and Challenges to pursue his studies
[03:07] - A Day in the Life: Work and Study Balance
[03:54] - Inside the Ride Hailing Industry
[05:39] - The Role of a Product Data Analyst
[08:11] - Soft Skills: Persuasion and Negotiation
[12:45] - Diversity in the Tech Workplace
[16:49] - The Impact of AI on Tech Careers
[24:33] - Advice for Aspiring Data Scientists
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