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The Quietly Ambitious Analyst

The Quietly Ambitious Analyst

By: Seth Forbes
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 The Quietly Ambitious Analyst is a podcast about mastering the invisible skills that make data professionals stand out–business context, communication, and confidence.

Hosted by Seth Forbes, a data strategist and educator, the show explores what it really takes to influence with data.

Through solo episodes and honest conversations with analysts, creators, and industry professionals, we delve into the in-between moments and hidden practices that create real impact – from asking sharper questions to framing insights that drive decisions.Quietly Ambitious Analyst Career Success Economics
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  • The Human Side of Data: Applying the 80/20 Rule to Analytics with Adel Hassen

    The Human Side of Data: Applying the 80/20 Rule to Analytics with Adel Hassen
    Oct 11 2025
    In this episode, I sit down with Adel Hassen, a data scientist who brings humanity and self-awareness to his work.

    Adel shares how he applies the 80/20 rule to take analyses across the finish line, focusing on what truly matters to stakeholders. He also breaks down his three guiding principles–Direction, Action, and Consistency– and how they help analysts find their flow in a fast-moving field.

    If you've ever struggled to balance quality with progress or doubted your pace, this conversation is a gentle reminder that clarity and consistency often matter more than perfection.

    The Quietly Ambitious Analyst–where business context meets data communication.

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    30 mins
  • Insight ≠ Observation: The 3 Steps to Developing Real Insights

    Insight ≠ Observation: The 3 Steps to Developing Real Insights
    Oct 11 2025
    In this solo episode, we're unpacking a simple but powerful truth: observations aren't insights.

    Through a story about a paid search cannibalization discovery, we'll illustrate how easy it is to stop at surface-level data–and what it takes to move beyond that.

    We'll also cover the three steps to developing real insights and how to bring context, reasoning, and connection into your analysis so your findings actually drive action. If you've ever wondered why your reports don't spark decisions, this episode will help you bridge that gap.

    The Quietly Ambitious Analyst–where business context meets data communication.

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    6 mins
  • Medical Sales to Analytics Manager: Mentorship, Advocacy, & Building Influence with Shrestha Maharaj

    Medical Sales to Analytics Manager: Mentorship, Advocacy, & Building Influence with Shrestha Maharaj
    Oct 11 2025
    In this episode, we're talking with Shrestha Maharaj, an Insights & Analytics Manager who transitioned from medical sales into data analytics–and built a thriving career through mentorship, self-advocacy, and influence.

    Shrestha shares how to navigate career pivots with intention, find mentors who truly guide your growth, and build trust in spaces where you might not fit the traditional mold.

    If you've ever questioned your path or felt boxed in by expectations, this conversation will remind you that your unique background can become your greatest advantage.

    The Quietly Ambitious Analyst–where business context meets data communication.

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    27 mins
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