The importance of community in a great data career | Census

The data field is often lonely, with professionals on the business-side lacking understanding of what the data team does and faces challenges. However, community has played a crucial role in connecting people to build better data systems. Junior data professionals need to connect with more senior colleagues to develop essential skills, which can only be gained by interacting with others. Community gives data professionals a place to commiserate, collaborate, and advance technical skills. Relationships are crucial to career advancement in the data industry, and building connections outside of work is key to success. A sense of belonging and frame of reference regarding career progression are essential for data practitioners to grow in their profession.

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