It’s more fun this way

I’ve had those moments in my career where I sit at my desk wondering why I chose this career path.

Data is hard.

Sure, lots of other job types are hard as well. But I work primarily with data, that’s usually the object of my frustration and despair.

During the hard days, I’ve tried a number of things. Going for a walk. Taking a nap. Asking for help from a teammate.

The remedy that most often cures my ailment is returning to the business story.

Data is easier when you understand the sales team’s deal pipeline.

Data problems are reshaped when you understand the bank branch’s operational needs.

Prioritizing a backlog of data requests is easier when you understand the COO's objectives for the fiscal year.

Dashboard design finds new life when you grasp an accounting team’s reporting workflow.

Data is just more fun with business mixed in.

Question for you:

What business use case are you working on right now? What conversations can you have this week to enhance your understanding of how the business functions?

Sawyer