In this episode, Amir chats with Sarah Guidry, Head of Analytics and Data Science at LendingTree, about organizing data science projects. They discuss starting with the end goal in mind, managing stakeholders, and iterative delivery. Sarah shares tips on empowering business users, setting realistic expectations, and fostering a culture of partnership. They also dive into Focus Fridays and hackathons for continuous innovation. Join them for a practical guide on effectively managing and executing data science projects.

Highlights:

- 01:35 The Importance of Organizing Work

- 04:59 Empowering Business Users with Data

- 08:14 Iterative Delivery and Stakeholder Communication

- 11:26 Balancing Quick Wins and Long-Term Goals

- 15:24 Managing Surprises and Prioritization

- 19:58 Encouraging Innovation and R&D

Guest:

Sarah Guidry is a visionary and respected leader with a proven track record of success in analytics and data science. As the Head of Analytics and Data Science at LendingTree, she drives transformational change with powerful thought leadership and expertise. Sarah excels in building teams from the ground up, crafting strategies for team structure, analytics infrastructure, and proactive development. She leads diverse analysts to deliver insightful analytics to senior executives, adapts to changing business environments, and influences key business decisions with data-centric recommendations through advanced emotional intelligence.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-guidry-bb3a9b19/

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