Ten Minute Tuesday with Sekou Tyler

In this episode, I sit down with Nirmayee (Nemo) Dighe, Associate Director of Business Intelligence, to talk about her journey in analytics, data strategy, and AI adoption.Nemo focuses on bridging the gap between business and technology, helping organizations translate data and AI capabilities into actionable insights, scalable solutions, and real business impact. Her work spans business intelligence, advanced analytics, data governance, and digital transformation.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nirmayeedighe/Beyond her corporate role, Nemo is deeply involved in the tech community as:• Program Lead for Girls in Tech – WIT San Francisco• Director of Professional Development for PMI Buffalo• Mentor with Women in AgileIn our conversation, she shares her career journey into data, lessons learned along the way, advice for professionals growing in analytics and leadership, and the people who influenced her path.#TenMinuteTuesday #BusinessIntelligence #AILeadership #DataStrategy #WomenInTech #GirlsInTech #AnalyticsLeadership #CareerInData #TechCommunity

🎙️ Episode 104 – Deborah Jones | Microsoft MVP, MCT, PMP | Ten Minute Tuesday 🎙️This episode is a special one for me.Deborah Jones is a Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and PMP with over a decade of experience turning complex business challenges into structured, practical solutions.LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahleighjones/With a foundation in project management and technical writing, Deborah now helps teams work smarter using Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint — bridging strategy with hands-on execution. Whether she’s building dashboards, designing apps, or automating workflows, she thrives at bringing clarity to chaos.In this conversation, Deborah shares:How she transitioned into the world of data and automationThe roles that shaped her leadership styleLessons learned from setbacksAdvice for professionals growing in techThe people who influenced her journeyAnd on a personal note — Deborah inspired me to pursue becoming a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). That alone made this episode meaningful.

🎙️ Episode 103 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Antione Searcy is live! 🎙️This one is a special episode!Antione Searcy and I both attended Tennessee State University, so getting the chance to sit down and hear his journey made this conversation even more meaningful.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antione-searcy-14a219325/Antione is a Senior IT Specialist with the U.S. Department of Transportation, Office of Inspector General, an Adjunct Professor at American University, and a PhD student at the University of the District of Columbia. He’s also a cybersecurity researcher and author, committed to preparing the next generation of professionals in an ever-evolving security landscape.In this episode, Antione shares:How he got into cybersecurity and ITThe roles that shaped his careerLessons learned from setbacksOne life lesson his work has taught himAdvice for students and early-career professionalsThe people who’ve influenced his journeyConversations like this remind me why I started Ten Minute Tuesday — to highlight real career journeys and the impact of education, mentorship, and perseverance.

In Episode 102 of Ten Minute Tuesday, I sit down with Jasmine Daly, Founder & Principal Consultant at Daly Analytics, to talk about her career journey in data science, AI, and analytics consulting.Jasmine shares how she transitioned from engineering and R&D into data science, what led her to launch her own consulting company, and the lessons she’s learned building data practices across industries like higher education, economic development, conservation tech, and open source.As always, we stick to the Ten Minute Tuesday format — covering:How she got into dataHer least favorite job and what it taught herA failure that shaped her growthOne lesson her career has taught herAdvice for professionals starting in dataThe most influential people in her journeyJasmine also brings deep experience in predictive modeling, forecasting, and the R programming community, along with a strong focus on mission-driven analytics.🔗 Connect with Jasmine Daly on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminemdaly/📺 Watch the full Ten Minute Tuesday playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsKS9awrnP3cUfuNCF8ViKzqWOjdXT8vS🎧 Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sqlsekou🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ten-minute-tuesday-with-sekou-tyler/id1671829505

🎙️ Episode 101 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring DeNisha (Queen) Malone is live! 👑🎙️DeNisha, also known as The Power BI Queen, is a Microsoft MVP turned FTE, currently serving as a Program Manager on Microsoft’s Azure Data Insights & Analytics team. She’s a recognized leader in data storytelling, community empowerment, and making analytics approachable for everyone.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denishamalone/In this episode, DeNisha shares her journey into data, how she built her voice in the Power BI community, and what it takes to move from MVP to working full-time at Microsoft. We talk about the roles that shaped her, lessons learned from setbacks, and the advice she’d give to anyone starting their career in tech today.Beyond her technical expertise, DeNisha is a Nonprofit Data Ambassador, using storytelling, impact metrics, and fundraising insights to empower organizations and communities. Her commitment to mentorship and inclusion truly stands out.This conversation is full of wisdom, leadership, and purpose-driven insight.

🎉🎙️ Episode 100 of Ten Minute Tuesday is here! 🎙️🎉For Episode 100, we flipped the script and I became the guest! This episode is hosted by my wife, Kim Tyler. To keep things focused, Kim asked me the same Ten Minute Tuesday questions I ask every guest (no special treatment 😄)In this episode, we reflect on my journey into data and analytics, what drew me into this field, and how my career has evolved over time. We talk about challenging roles, failures that shaped my perspective, lessons learned along the way, and the advice I’d give to someone starting their own career in data.This episode is a moment to pause, reflect, and mark an important milestone! 100 conversations centered on learning, growth, and career journeys in data.Thank you to everyone who has supported Ten Minute Tuesday. The guests, listeners, and the broader data community. I’m grateful for the journey so far and excited for what’s next.#TenMinuteTuesday #Episode100 #MilestoneEpisode #CareerInData #DataCommunity #LeadershipInTech #PodcastJourney

🎙️ Episode 99 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Christina (Poulin) Gorga is live! 🎙️LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinagorga/Christina is a Senior AI and Data Enablement Strategist at Booz Allen Hamilton, where she focuses on building and scaling AI + data strategy adoption across the Civil Business Sector. Her work spans multi-year data strategies, community building, and tackling real-world business and healthcare challenges—always with the belief that one size does not fit all.In this episode, Christina shares her journey into data and AI, the experiences that shaped her career, and how she bridges the gap between strategy and hands-on technical execution. We also talk about lessons learned from challenging roles, failures that became growth moments, and the advice she’d give to someone starting out in data or AI today.Christina has supported impactful initiatives across organizations like Veterans Affairs, NIH, CMS, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, and OPM, and brings a thoughtful, people-centered perspective to data leadership.

🎙️ Episode 98 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Michael McCusker is live! 🎙️Michael is a Senior Analyst at DaVita Kidney Care, where he applies problem-solving and complex analysis skills to help improve the quality of life for patients with kidney disease.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmccusker30/In this episode, Michael shares his journey into data, how he uses SQL, Tableau, and data management to support business decisions, and the lessons he’s learned working at the intersection of analytics and healthcare. We also talk about challenging roles that shaped his career, a failure that helped refine his approach, and the advice he’d give to someone starting out in analytics today.This conversation highlights how data can drive operational efficiency and real-world impact, especially in healthcare.#TenMinuteTuesday #HealthcareAnalytics #DataAnalytics #SQL #Tableau #CareerInData #AnalyticsLeadership #DataForGood #DaVita

🎙️ Episode 97 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Ryan Goodman is live! 🎙️Ryan is a seasoned data and analytics leader, entrepreneur, and founder of DataTools Pro, where he blends strategy, modern data architecture, and analytics to help teams transform data into actionable knowledge. With over 20 years of experience as a practitioner, executive, and builder, Ryan brings a thoughtful approach to solving complex data challenges. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryangoodmansd/In this episode, Ryan shares how he got into data, lessons learned from challenging roles, and the failures that helped shape his career. He also reflects on the most important insights his work has taught him, the people who’ve influenced his journey, and the advice he’d give to anyone just starting out in analytics.

🎙️ Episode 96 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Nash Bober is live! 🎙️Nash is Co-Founder and Head of Data Strategy at Delphinium Solutions, a digital marketing and data analytics consultancy helping B2B companies make smarter, data-driven decisions.LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nashbober/In this episode, Nash shares his journey into data and strategy, what led him to co-found Delphinium Solutions, and how he blends marketing, analytics, and business intelligence to drive real outcomes. We also talk about challenging roles that shaped his career, lessons learned from failure, and the advice he’d give to someone starting out in the data space today.This conversation offers a great perspective on connecting data strategy to business impact, especially for those interested in consulting, analytics, and entrepreneurship.#TenMinuteTuesday #DataStrategy #BusinessIntelligence #DataAnalytics #Entrepreneurship #B2B #MarketingAnalytics #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech

🎙️ Episode 95 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Angela Henderson is live! 🎙️Angela is the Founder of Strategic BI Solutions, where she partners with organizations to deliver impactful, data-driven insights through business intelligence.In this episode, Angela shares her journey into data, what led her to start her own consulting practice, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. She opens up about challenging roles that helped shape her career, a failure that became a turning point, and the advice she’d give to someone just starting out in the data and analytics space.Angela also reflects on the people who’ve influenced her journey and the key lessons her work has taught her about leadership, resilience, and growth.📺 Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsKS9awrnP3cUfuNCF8ViKzqWOjdXT8vS🎧 Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sqlsekou🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ten-minute-tuesday-with-sekou-tyler/id1671829505#TenMinuteTuesday #BusinessIntelligence #DataConsulting #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech #WomenInData #Entrepreneurship #StrategicBISolution

🎙️ Episode 94 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Jeff Skoldberg is live! 🎙️Jeff is a Principal Consultant, Data Architecture & Analytics at Green Mountain Data Solutions, where he’s spent the past 7+ years helping organizations solve complex data challenges across multiple industries — from utilities and agriculture to CPG, publishing, and pharmaceuticals.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-skoldberg-141812111/In this episode, Jeff walks us through how he entered the data space and what drew him toward data engineering and architecture. He reflects on challenging roles that shaped his career, a failure that taught him valuable lessons, and one important insight from his work that he believes everyone should learn.Jeff also shares advice for those just starting their career journeys, as well as the most influential people who helped shape his path.With deep experience in:✅ Snowflake + Python + dbt✅ Fivetran & ELT pipelines✅ Data warehousing + star schema design✅ Tableau dashboards + APIs✅ Alteryx development + 1:1 coachingJeff brings a wealth of technical knowledge and real-world problem-solving perspective that you won’t want to miss.#TenMinuteTuesday #DataEngineering #Snowflake #dbt #Tableau #Alteryx #DataArchitecture #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech #GreenMountainDataSolutions

🎙️ Episode 93 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Salam Adedokun is live! 🎙️Salam is a Principal Data Solutions Consultant at Insights Titan, where he helps organizations architect and scale impactful data solutions.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salamadekunleadedokun/In this episode, Salam shares how he found his way into the world of data, the challenging roles that shaped his career, and a moment of failure that ultimately helped guide his growth. He also reflects on the biggest lesson his work has taught him, the people who have influenced his journey, and the career advice he’d give someone just getting started in this field.This conversation is packed with insight and perspective from someone who continues to make a meaningful impact in the data space.#TenMinuteTuesday #DataSolutions #DataConsulting #CareerInData #LeadershipInTech #DataCommunity #InsightsTitan

🎙️ Episode 92 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Mary Irondi 🎙️This week’s guest is Mary Irondi, Senior Analytics Consultant with Avanade.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryirondi/In this episode, Mary shares her journey into data and analytics, what motivated her to pursue consulting, and the key lessons she’s learned along the way. She opens up about her toughest roles, the setbacks that shaped her career, and how those experiences helped her grow.Mary also reflects on one of the most important life lessons her job has taught her, the advice she’d give to someone just starting out, and the influential people who have impacted her journey in tech and consulting.This episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and real-world lessons from someone who’s helping organizations unlock the power of their data every day.#TenMinuteTuesday #DataAnalytics #Avanade #AnalyticsConsulting #CareerInData #DataCommunity #LeadershipInTech #WomenInData

🎙️ Episode 91 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Douglas Leal 🎙️This week’s guest is Douglas Leal, VP of Consulting, Data & Analytics.Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglasleal/In our conversation, Douglas shares his journey into the world of data and analytics, what drew him into consulting, and the leadership lessons he’s learned along the way. He opens up about some of the toughest roles he’s faced, the setbacks that became turning points, and the one career lesson he believes everyone should learn at some point in their life.Douglas also talks about the people who have most influenced his career, the advice he’d give to someone just starting in data, and how he approaches solving problems for clients in today’s rapidly evolving analytics landscape.

🎙️ Episode 90 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Michael Hewitt 🎙️In this episode, I sit down with Michael Hewitt, Senior BI Manager at Hunt Brothers Pizza, Co-Leader of the Nashville Power BI User Group, speaker, and friend.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdhewitt83/ We talk about how Michael first found his way into data and what motivated him to pursue a career in business intelligence. He opens up about some of the toughest roles he’s held and what those experiences taught him. Michael also reflects on his biggest career setback, how he overcame it, and the lessons he carried forward.We also dive into the mindset shifts that have helped him as a leader—things he believes everyone should learn, no matter their role. Michael shares his best advice for anyone just starting out in analytics, and the people who have had the most profound influence on his journey.Finally, he closes by sharing where you can follow his work and connect with him online.

🎙️ Episode 89 of Ten Minute Tuesday featuring Rafael Guevara 🎙️This week’s guest is Rafael Guevara, VP – Merchant Services | Data Visualization & Analysis, and a great friend from the Tableau Community.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-guevara-jr/In this episode, Rafael shares how he got started in the world of data visualization and what drew him into analytics leadership. He talks about some of the toughest roles he’s held and how those challenges helped shape his perspective. We also cover a career failure that ended up teaching him invaluable lessons about resilience and growth.Rafael reflects on the one lesson from his career that he believes everyone should learn, regardless of their role, and offers practical advice for anyone just beginning their journey in data. He also highlights the people who have had the greatest influence on his path and why community plays such an important role in his success.To wrap things up, Rafael shares where you can find him online and follow along with his work.#TenMinuteTuesday #DataVisualization #TableauCommunity #AnalyticsLeadership #CareerInData #MerchantServices #LeadershipInTech

In this episode of Ten Minute Tuesday, I’m joined by the brilliant and bold Stephanie Bruno - Microsoft Data Platform MVP and self-proclaimed Grand High Witch at Data Witches 🧙‍♀️https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunostephanie/https://data-witches.com/I had been following Stephanie’s work online for a while, and finally had the chance to meet her in person at the Microsoft Fabric Conference. She was just as thoughtful and inspiring in real life and I’m so glad she was kind enough to join me on the podcast!In this 10-minute episode, Stephanie shares:🔹 How she got into data and became an MVP🔹 Her least favorite job and what it taught her about purpose🔹 A failure that became a foundational learning moment🔹 A powerful lesson from her current role🔹 Her best advice for aspiring data professionals🔹 The most influential people in her journey🔹 Where you can follow her online (spoiler: it’s magical)#TenMinuteTuesday #Episode88 #MicrosoftMVP #DataWitches #WomenInData #MicrosoftFabric #DataPlatform #CareerInTech #BlackInTech #TechLeadership #InspiringWomen

🎙️ Episode 87 – Taisha Ferguson | Data & AI Cloud Solution Architect @ MicrosoftLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taisha-ferguson/In this episode of Ten Minute Tuesday, I’m joined by Taisha Ferguson, Data & AI Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft and proud Howard University alum. We first connected at the Microsoft Fabric Conference, and I knew right away that she needed to be a guest on the show.Taisha brings a refreshing perspective to her work in data, leadership, and purpose-driven innovation. In just ten minutes, she shares her journey into tech and reflects on the lessons that have shaped her personally and professionally.We cover:🔹 How she got into data and her current role at Microsoft🔹 Her least favorite job and what it taught her🔹 A pivotal failure that helped her grow🔹 A life lesson she believes everyone should learn🔹 Her best advice for those starting their career🔹 The most influential people in her journey🔹 And how you can find and connect with her online#TenMinuteTuesday #Episode87 #WomenInTech #DataAndAI #Microsoft #HowardUniversity #BlackInTech #CareerJourney #LeadershipInTech #DataCareers #TechCommunity

🎙️ Episode 86 – Oliver Hughes | CEO @ Count.coIn this episode of Ten Minute Tuesday, I sit down with Oliver Hughes, the CEO of Count.co, a canvas-based BI tool that’s redefining how teams collaborate with data.We dive into Oliver’s unique journey—from the moment he first stepped into the world of data, to founding a platform built around collaborative problem-solving rather than just reporting insights. You’ll hear how a passion for decision-making and user-centered design helped shape the mission behind Count.Oliver also shares:💼 The least favorite job that taught him what truly matters in a work environment🔥 A failure that helped him reframe risk and leadership🎓 A lesson from his current role that everyone—whether in data or not—can apply💡 His top advice for anyone starting a career in data, tech, or startups🌟 The most influential people in his life and how they helped shape his perspectiveThis episode is packed with insight, authenticity, and inspiration for anyone passionate about data, leadership, and building tools that actually empower people.🔗 Connect with Oliver: LinkedIn🌐 Explore Count: https://count.co#TenMinuteTuesday #DataLeadership #BItools #StartupFounder #CountCanvas #CareerInData #TechLeadership #AnalyticsCulture #InspiringLeaders