Description
I began my career as an associate data engineer at Axis Group. Axis Group is a company that valued its ability to deliver analytics that definitively add value for the stakeholders. I learned quickly that as a consultant my job was to:
- Build things that the clients want
- Build things that make the clients’ lives easier
- Good consulting involves active listening before anything else
I was consistently told and later witnessed firsthand that Axis always succeeded on projects and earned the trust of clients. This mission resonated with me as a hungry, young professional. I attached myself to my direct manager, Michael Londeen and team lead, Keith Gaputis. Their guidance and mentorship was invaluable.
Responsibilities
- Assist in minor tasks under the supervision of a more senior resource
- Familiarize myself with appropriate technologies
- Create client-facing materials and investigate issues
- Develop internal documentation for emerging technologies and trends
Projects
Lessons Learned
- Unless told otherwise more communication is better
- “There is no such thing as an urgent email, if things are dire call”
- The most elegant solution is meaningless if it does not solve a problem
- Listen intently to clients and stakeholders. Our job is to make their lives easier. Doing so requires an understanding of their perspective