So You Wanna be a BI Consultant? (2024 Edition)
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text Welcome to the Clearly Podcast. The podcast is taking a break for a few weeks due to another project, and upon return, there will be exciting news. Today's discussion revisits what it takes to be a Power BI consultant, focusing on the necessary skills and qualities. Experience with Power BI is valuable, but not mandatory for juniors. Key qualities include consulting skills, analytics, business experience, understanding data, and articulating it clearly. Being able to work with senior people to address business processes is also essential. For those fresh out of college or univer ..read more
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The 2024 IT Consulting Job Market
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text The podcast discusses the current state of the IT consulting job market, particularly focusing on skills and opportunities in 2024. The conversation highlights the end of the post-COVID job market boom, noting that recruitment has slowed, with hiring managers delaying decisions and tighter budgets. However, there are signs of recovery with an increase in RFPs. The job market trend is similar in both the UK and the US, though the US is slightly better off, with contractors getting renewed more frequently. During the post-COVID boom, even mediocre candidates demanded high salaries ..read more
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Azure vs Fabric
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text Welcome to the Clearly Podcast. After some light-hearted banter about annual leave and running shoes, the discussion shifts to the main topic: Azure vs. Fabric. The conversation covers the components of Azure and Fabric, focusing on Power BI, Azure Data Factory (ADF), OneLake, and Synapse Analytics. Fabric offers better integration and cost control for users who need multiple components. However, for those using a single component like ADF, the benefits of migrating to Fabric are less clear. From a customer perspective, streamlining licencing and management is a significant adva ..read more
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Power Apps and Power Pages- Demystifying the Options
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text Welcome to the Clearly Podcast, where today's discussion focuses on Power Apps, particularly canvas apps, model-driven apps, and Power Pages, and how to choose the right one. Power Pages are ideal for external, infrequent users due to their pricing model and ability to handle large user bases. In contrast, canvas and model-driven apps are more suited for internal use. Canvas apps offer high customization and a user-friendly mobile interface, making them great for tasks like inventory logging. However, they require careful management to avoid becoming overly complex. Model-driven ..read more
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Data Quality Dashboards - aka The Snitch Report
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text In this episode of the Clearly Podcast, the hosts discuss data quality dashboards. These dashboards monitor data entry to flag errors and ensure data accuracy, especially in systems with significant human input. Key points include: Definition and Use: Data quality dashboards highlight data entry errors, allowing for prompt correction. Errors disappear from the report once fixed, providing satisfaction to users. Routine Recommendation: These dashboards are essential, particularly where user input is high. Risks of Poor Data Quality: Inaccurate data can lead to flawed reports and ..read more
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Dealing With a Mess of Data Systems and Products
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text Hosts: Andy Clark, Tom Gough Guest: Greg Bounds  Topic: Dealing With a Mess of Data Systems and Products Key Points: 1. Introduction: ·      Andy and Tom introduce Greg Bounds, who works as a data architect for a national nonprofit and also consults on data projects. 2. Defining the Problem: ·      The discussion focuses on inheriting a complex data environment, termed a "dog's breakfast," with a mix of applications, systems, and databases. ·      Tom emphasizes the challenges of dealing with multiple cloud providers and on-premi ..read more
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Working Outside the Microsoft Stack
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by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text This week, Andy, Tom, and Shailan, discuss the challenges and considerations of working with technologies outside the Microsoft stack from a consulting perspective. Key Points: Encountering Non-Microsoft Technologies: ·      Clients often use various non-Microsoft technologies like Google Analytics, Salesforce, Oracle, etc. ·      Consultants must be prepared to handle data sources and systems outside the Microsoft ecosystem. Balancing Expertise and External Help: ·      Evaluate whether to learn new technologies internally or bring i ..read more
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Choosing a Cloud Provider
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by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text In this episode of the Clearly Podcast, the hosts discuss how to choose a cloud provider. They emphasize starting with the big three providers: Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform, as these offer comprehensive services, long-term stability, and a large pool of skilled professionals. It's generally unrealistic to consider other niche platforms unless you have very specific needs tied to a particular vendor's products. When evaluating cloud providers, consider what you're trying to achieve and the specific services offered by each platform. It's essential to evaluate all options ..read more
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Getting Off the Excel Mindset
The Clearly Podcast
by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text Welcome to the Clearly Podcast. This episode kicks off the new season with a discussion on transitioning organizations away from the Excel mindset. Excel is widely used for storing and managing data, but it’s not a structured tool and can lead to significant challenges in data projects. Excel’s flexibility makes it easy for quick mock-ups and data input, but these solutions often lack consideration for data structure, security, and quality. Relying on Excel can also hinder scalability and precision, leading to issues like broken reports and security vulnerabilities. The conversa ..read more
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The Democratisation of Data - A Revolution in Analytics, or Marketing BS?
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by Clearly Podcasting
2w ago
Send us a text In this episode of the Clearly Podcast, we discuss the concept of democratizing data within organizations. The key points covered in the conversation include: Definition and Critique: The term "democratization of data" refers to making data accessible to a wider group within an organization. The hosts critique the term, suggesting it often sounds like marketing jargon meant to sell software licenses. Traditional Data Access: Historically, data access has been siloed within departments such as accounts or sales. The idea behind democratization is to break down these silos and all ..read more
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