Category Archives : Managing Analysts

Articles on managing and training analysts in the softer-side of analytics: motivation, on boarding, organizing analytic groups, continuing development and more.

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Before Scaling – Building Analytical Team Processes

This entry was posted in Managing Analysts on January 2, 2017 by Will

Summary: Before adding a person to your analytical team, it’s important to create templates for reporting, centralize data access, and automating reoccurring reports.

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How to Host the Best Training Sessions

This entry was posted in Managing Analysts on September 12, 2016 by Will

Summary: The best training sessions gather information on the audience before and after by using a survey. There are no surprises in the class because handouts detail everything that is taught. Lastly, analogies are used and students participate in order to cement the knowledge.

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On-Boarding New Analysts

This entry was posted in Managing Analysts on May 30, 2016 by Will

Summary: Before your new analyst arrives, make sure they have access to the data, hardware, and software they’ll need.  Set and discuss expectations on what the analyst should know and learn.  Get others involved in the development with mentors and formalized “get to know” meetings.

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