The Analyst Role Has Changed, Here’s How to Win

The job market has changed, and the old playbook no longer works. Resumes alone don’t cut it anymore. What sets you apart is how you showcase your skills: through projects, apps, videos, or even podcasts.
In this episode, we unpack why traditional roles are shifting, how busywork is being automated, and why the real opportunities now lie in strategy, systems, and domain expertise. You’ll learn how to stand out fast, package your knowledge into reusable skills, and pivot your career without starting over.
What you’ll discover:
- Why showcase-first portfolios beat resumes
- The 2% career move that creates real edge
- How to future-proof your role with domain expertise
- Why self-serve analytics finally works in 2025
- The next big shift with world models and what it means for careers
This is the best time to pivot, grow, and get ahead. Don’t wait. Listen now and start building the career advantage that others will chase later.
About The Show
The Analytic Mind is your guide to navigating the evolving frontier of data, AI, & intelligent business.
Hosted by Sam McKay, CEO of EnterpriseDNA, this show dives into real-world use cases, technical strategies, and the mental models behind smart decision-making.
Each episode challenges you to move beyond tools to think critically, act strategically, and build with impact.
Whether you're refining your analytics skills or shaping your organization's data vision, this is where insight meets execution.
Stay sharp. Stay ahead. Think like an analytic mind.











