EP12 Dr VANJA LJEVAR : Chief Data Scientist Using data to unlock customer mysteries and drive sales

Episode 12, My next guest is Dr Vanja Ljevar , Chief Data Scientist , Lecturer , Serial entrepreneur , Author of academic papers in her industry and over 10 years experience in the world of data science . She describes herself as Co-founder of Kubik Intelligence , Chief Data Scientist with a multidisciplinary PhD in Computer Science/Psychology who specializes in customer analytics. Former Lead Data Science Consultant at DAMSL. Author of peer-reviewed academic papers related to psychology in Big Data and use of transactional data for social good. Kubik Intelligence is a business that uses data science and behavioural science to unlock the secrets of the customer's mind . with businesses globally focussing on data and tech , we discussed her career journey , the move to start her own business and why data science is a great career choice . Please listen to this podcast where we delve into what makes Vanja an trailblazer in the data science and technology space . 00:00 Introduction to Dr Vanja Ljevar 01:30 My interest in data and science 07:30 What lead to starting my own business 08:40 Taking the leap with my first job as a data scientist ,moving to london 11:34 What is a data scientist ? 14:30 The story of the map and what do you want to measure with data and what is your goal 23:21 Learning about challenges in my career " to be liked or respected , that is the question ? 29:21 Values and work-ethic 35:10 Self -care and why i love to listen to jazz while working , maintaining relationships and nurturing them 39:36 The things about data to remember and the analysis i did on myself ! 44:45 The next few years and exploring new business , apps and travel 46:14 Networking as a business owner , why making connections is key 52:13 Mentoring and giving tips to graduates in data science 56:23 Tech check - apps i am using at the moment 01; 01:00 Trailblazer takeaway tips Mentions : ESMAR Amsterdam : https://esomar.org/ Lean in -a book by Sheryl Sandberg https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lean-Women-Work-Will-Lead Mindshine :https://www.mindshine.app/ Please stay tuned and listen to this inspiring conversation with this trailblazer ! Youtube : https://youtu.be/SD-PoCOSHHg Dr Vanja Ljevar : LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanja-ljevar/ Kubik Intelligence : https://www.kubikintelligence.com/ Send us Comments & Feedback Listen : to the audio version Apple Spotify .Amazon Music Google Podcasts Watch and subscribe to my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@Thetrailblazersexperience Follow Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thetrailblazersexperience/