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Skill Arbitrage Bootcamp Companion Workbook

The SkillArbitrage Bootcamp Companion Workbook provides a structured roadmap for aspiring data scientists to achieve a six-figure salary. It emphasizes hands-on exercises, personalized planning, and the importance of aligning data science skills with business needs. The workbook also features guidance on effective communication, building a strong portfolio, and obtaining testimonials to enhance career prospects.

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Skill Arbitrage Bootcamp Companion Workbook

The SkillArbitrage Bootcamp Companion Workbook provides a structured roadmap for aspiring data scientists to achieve a six-figure salary. It emphasizes hands-on exercises, personalized planning, and the importance of aligning data science skills with business needs. The workbook also features guidance on effective communication, building a strong portfolio, and obtaining testimonials to enhance career prospects.

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SkillArbitrage Bootcamp

COMPANION
WORKBOOK
Complete the hands-on exercises in the Bootcamp
Companion Workbook to build your personalized roadmap.
It's recommended to print out the
workbook to use during the bootcamp.

Your Personalised Route to a


6-Figure Data Science Career
6-Figure
ROADMAP & BOOTCAMP

Your Bootcamp link is in your email


SUBJECT: 😎 6-Figure Bootcamp Details Inside!
Print this plan prior to the bootcamp.
Customize it during the bootcamp.
Stay uninterrupted at your computer.

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MEET YOUR
Instructors
Priyanka Yash
Sinnarkar Vijayvargiya
Head of the International
Vertical at SkillArbitrage

Josh Vicky
Temin Ikonomidou
Data Scientist
Professor

Ananya Joshi Swapnil


Data Scientist Narayan
Data Engineer

We are thrilled to introduce the instructors for this


bootcamp!
Handpicked from the very best in the field, these are not just
instructors, but seasoned practitioners, successful
entrepreneurs, and recognized experts in Data Science.

With decades of experience working with some of the world's


largest corporations, they are eager to share their wealth of
knowledge with you. Their shared goal is to help you jumpstart
your career in Data Science. Brace yourself for an exciting,
transformative journey!
TARGET
Set Your
Salary Goals
DREAM BIG
One Year Salary Goal: Three Year Salary Five Year Salary Goal:
Write down how much Goal: Now, think a bit Finally, let's look even
you want to be making further. Where do you further into the future.
in one year from now. want to be in three What's your salary
Don't overthink it, just years? How much do goal for five years
put down the first you want to be making from now?
number that comes to then?
your mind.

Competency Audit:
DARE to Unleash Your Potential

D
A
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E
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DST FRAMEWORK
Jumpstart Your Career
in Data Science

This is your strategic plan to excel This approach not only maximizes
in data science, represented by your salary potential, but also
DST: Domain, Skills, and Track accelerates your career
Record. Identify the appropriate progression. It's like having a
domain, focus on the necessary personal GPS for your data
skills, and construct a tactical plan science journey, guaranteeing
to build an impressive track that each step you take brings
record. you closer to your career goals.

DOMAIN SKILLS*
Start by listing the Once you've identified
domains you have a domain, research and
experience in or are list the skills that are in
interested in.This will give high demand in that
you a focused direction. area.

*Refer Mapping: Domain & Skills Exercise Page 4


DST FRAMEWORK
Building Track Record
Finally, outline a tactical plan on
how you could establish a track
record in your chosen domain.

DEBUT FrAMEWORK
It is a specialized collection of projects showcasing your
data science skills within a specific industry. This
Domain Specific approach enhances your professional reputation by

D Data Science
Portfolio
demonstrating your expertise and understanding of that
particular domain. It aids in distinguishing you from
generalists, meeting the rising demand for domain-
focused data scientists, and promoting career
advancement.

Communication is key in data science. It's not just about


Effective

E
crunching numbers, but also about clearly articulating your
Communication findings to stakeholders. Being able to translate complex
Skills data into understandable insights is crucial for building a
solid track record. It's your bridge between technical
expertise and business impact.

A Bulletproof Social Resume is termed such because it serves


as a shield against rejections from non-decision makers, HR, or

B
Bulletproof ATS software that may dismiss your resume without granting a
Data Science proper interview. In this digital age, your resume extends
Resume beyond a mere piece of paper. It is your professional presence
across various social media platforms including your social
identity, your CV, LinkedIn profile, portfolios etc

Start your data science career by focusing on what

U
Understanding businesses need, not just on technical tools. Align your
Stakeholder projects with key business objectives. This strategy shifts you
from a typical tech expert to an essential business partner.
Needs & Your contributions become critical and directly tied to
Business business success. This is how you truly make an impact and
Outcomes distinguish yourself in the field!

Testimonials and recommendations are invaluable in


Testimonials and

T
establishing your credibility and expertise in the field. They
Recommendations serve as social proof of your skills and abilities.
You can obtain these testimonials by undertaking small
projects, gigs, or internships related to data science and also
gain practical exposure to real-world problems and data sets

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Domain Specific
Week 1 - 8 Data Science
Portfolio
WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK
NOTES:

Week
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Objectives

Timeline

Skills

Tools &
Technologies

Projects

Case Studies
Domain Specific
Week 9- 16 Data Science
Portfolio
WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK
NOTES:

Week
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Objectives

Timeline

Skills

Tools &
Technologies

Projects

Case Studies
Domain Specific
Week 17- 24 Data Science
Portfolio
WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK
NOTES:

Week
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Objectives

Timeline

Skills

Tools &
Technologies

Projects

Case Studies
Effective
Communication Skills
Verbal and Written
Communication Skills Visual Communication &
Essential for clearly articulating Data Interpretation
complex data findings to diverse
audiences, influencing decisions and Vital for creating clear visuals that aid
facilitating collaboration. understanding and for accurately
interpreting and communicating data
insights.

Clarity and coherence in spoken


and written explanations. Proficiency in selecting
I am clear but use too much appropriate visualizations for
technical jargon different data sets.
I struggle with selecting the best
chart type for complex data.

Ability to adjust language for


different audiences. Ability to simplify complex data
My explanations confuse the insights into understandable
marketing depT. visuals.

Skill in using visualization tools


Conciseness and relevance of effectively.
content.
I often provide more detail than
necessary, losing the audience's interest

Accuracy in representing data


without distorting the facts.
Effectiveness in using technical
and non-technical language
appropriately

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Effective
Communication Skills
Storytelling with
Data Pitching for Remote Work
Crucial for translating data into
Opportunities
meaningful stories that resonate with
stakeholders and drive action. Important for demonstrating capability
and professionalism in a virtual
environment, expanding career
opportunities globally.

Ability to construct a narrative


Confidence and professionalism
that highlights key findings and
in virtual communication.
conclusions.
I'm good at explaining my background but
I can create compelling stories, but need to be more concise.
they sometimes lack a clear message.

Skill in linking data insights


logically to the narrative. Ability to simplify complex data
insights into understandable
visuals.

Effectiveness in engaging and Skill in using technology to


persuading the audience. enhance remote presentations.

Use of storytelling elements Persuasiveness in virtual


(e.g., characters, conflict, settings.
resolution) to enhance

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Effective
Communication Skills
Mastering Data Science
Job Interviews
Critical for articulating the relevance of
skills and experience in potential roles,
ensuring a good match and securing
job offers.

NOTES:
Effectiveness in answering
technical and behavioral
questions.

Ability to showcase problem-


solving and project
management skills.

Professionalism and ability to


communicate fit with company
culture.

Skill in negotiating job offers


and articulating career goals.

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Bullet-Proof
Social Resume
A Bulletproof Social Resume is your shield against
initial screening barriers like HR and ATS software.

In today's digital world, your resume is more than a document—


it's a multi-platform professional identity, including your CV,
LinkedIn, and online portfolios. This approach ensures you stand
out and secure interviews in the competitive job market.

SET YOUR GOALS

Novice Contributor Expert Master Grandmaster

5+ 10+ 20+ 30+ 50+


Projects Projects Projects Projects Projects
PROJECTS

<5L <1L <50K <25K <10K


Rank Rank Rank Rank Rank

5+ 10+ 20+ 30+ 50+


Posts Posts Posts Posts Posts

25+ 50+ 75+ 100+ 150+


Posts Posts Posts Posts Posts

*Select your goals after discussing with your career coach.

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Understanding
Stakeholder Needs &
Business Outcomes

Kick off your data science career with a strategic approach:


focus on what industries and businesses really need from your
projects.

Instead of just learning technical tools, align your work with key
business objectives. This shifts you from a typical tech expert to
an essential business partner. Your contributions become critical
and directly tied to business success. This is how you truly make
an impact and distinguish yourself in the field!

PROJECT 1 Building an Enterprise Dashboard for a Coffee Chain Company

Project Description Stakeholder Needs Business Outcomes

PROJECT 2 Web Scraping with Octoparse for Efficient Data Extraction & Automation

Project Description Stakeholder Needs Business Outcomes

PROJECT 3 Customer Segmentation for Starbucks, Kuala Lumpur

Project Description Stakeholder Needs Business Outcomes

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Testimonials &
Recommendations

For a data science aspirant,


testimonials and recommendations
demonstrate your credibility and
expertise. They provide social proof
of your skills and can be obtained by
undertaking data science projects or
internships.

Show Your Worth: Testimonials and recommendations from others


prove your skills and expertise.

Get Noticed: They act as social proof that you're good at what you do.

How to Get Them: Work on real data science projects or internships to


earn these valuable endorsements.

SUPERVISORS CLIENTS PEERS

Aim for 3-5 detailed Target 2-4 powerful Collect at least 5


recommendations that testimonials that can endorsements that cover
speak to your work ethic, highlight your your teamwork, technical
project impact, and professionalism, problem- expertise, and role in joint
technical skills. solving capabilities, and the projects.
business value you added.

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Mapping
Domain and Skills
Let's map various domains and their sought-
after Data Science and A.I. skills!

Media & Entertainment


Audience Analytics, Content
Personalization, Predictive Analytics,
Content Creation, etc.

Audience Analytics involves gathering and analyzing data about the


viewing, reading, and listening habits of users to understand their
preferences and behavior.
Content Personalization uses this data to tailor media and
entertainment offerings to individual user's tastes.
Predictive Analytics uses historical data to forecast viewer trends and
preferences, helping in the creation and marketing of future content.
Content Creation utilizes data to assist in designing and producing
media that resonates with target audiences.

These Data Science skills are essential for optimizing user engagement,
personalizing entertainment experiences, and enhancing content
strategies in the media and entertainment industry.

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E-Commerce
Data visualization, A/B testing,
Customer segmentation,
Recommendation systems, etc

Data visualization involves creating charts and graphs to understand


data trends.
A/B testing compares webpage versions to optimize performance.
Customer segmentation groups consumers by shared traits for
targeted marketing.
Recommendation systems use algorithms to suggest personalized
content.

These skills are crucial for data-driven insights and user experience in data
science.

Human Resources (HR)


Employee Analytics, Predictive
Modeling, Workforce Planning,
Employee Retention Analysis, etc.

Employee Analytics involve using data to understand workforce trends


and patterns.
Predictive Modeling uses statistical methods to predict future
employee behavior or HR trends.
Workforce Planning uses data to strategize hiring needs to meet
company goals.
Employee Retention Analysis uses data to identify key factors that
keep employees and develop strategies to increase retention.

These skills are crucial for strategic decision-making, improving employee


satisfaction, and optimizing workforce in the HR field.

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Travel & Hospitality
Demand Forecasting, Pricing
Strategies, Customer Segmentation,
Sentiment Analysis, etc.

Demand Forecasting involves using historical data to predict future


demand for services or products, which is crucial for inventory and
staff management.
Pricing Strategies use data to determine optimal pricing to maximize
revenue and customer acquisition.
Customer Segmentation groups consumers by shared traits for
targeted marketing.
Sentiment Analysis uses machine learning and natural language
processing to interpret and classify customer feedback or reviews.

These skills are essential for maximizing profits, improving customer


satisfaction, and creating personalized experiences in the travel and
hospitality industry.

Education
Learning Analytics, Personalized
Learning, Predictive Analytics,
Curriculum Design, etc.

Learning Analytics involves the measurement, collection, analysis, and


reporting of data about learners and their contexts, for purposes of
understanding and optimizing learning
Personalized Learning uses data to customize learning for each
student's strengths, needs, skills, and interests.
Predictive Analytics uses historical data to predict students' future
academic performance.
Curriculum Design uses data to develop lessons and assessments that
meet defined educational objectives.

These skills are crucial for enhancing educational outcomes and improving
teaching methodologies in the education industry.

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Legal
Legal Analytics, Legal Research,
Predictive Analytics, Contract
Analysis, etc.

Legal Analytics involves gathering and analyzing data from legal


documents and proceedings to make informed decisions.

Legal Research employs

Predictive Analytics uses

Contract Analysis utilizes

Operations
Operations Management, Process
Improvement, Supply Chain
Management, Project Management,
etc.
Operations Management involves

Process Improvement uses

Supply Chain Management focuses

Project Management involves

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Marketing
Martech, Automation, Marketing
Analytics, Customer
Segmentation etc

Martech involves

Automation in marketing streamlines

Marketing Analytics involves

Customer Segmentation is

Sales
Sales Analytics, CRM Data
Management, Predictive
Analytics, Sales Forecasting
etc
Sales Analytics involves

CRM Data Management

CRM Data Management

Sales Forecasting

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Healthcare
Health Data Analytics, Electronic
Health Record (EHR)
Management, Patient Outcome
Forecasting
Health Data Analytics

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management is about

Patient Outcome Forecasting is the process of

Sports
Sports Data Analytics, Athlete
Performance Tracking,
Predictive Analytics, Game
Outcome Forecasting
Sports Data Analytics involves

Athlete Performance Tracking is about

Predictive Analytics

Game Outcome Forecasting

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IDEAS & NOTES:
Need help?
We’re here for you!

[email protected]
www.skillarbitra.ge

Your Personalised Route to a


6-Figure Data Science Career

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