Carpe Datum

Mentoring at UofT: Helped students see hidden opportunities (like work-study programs), shaping a mentorship style grounded in practical guidance and empathy. Project Coordination at Canada Bread: Learned to simplify...

Supporting Teams & Embracing Challenges at Aize: Data solutions through collaboration and adaptability, ensuring they’re intuitive and aligned with user needs. NHIF Internship & Interest in Data Analytics: NHIF spark to...

Short Intensive Courses (e.g. Kaggle x Google Gen AI): Short intensives give you concentrated exposure and momentum for testing new skills quickly without a long commitment. Breaking Into Data Science Without a Formal...

Consulting to Data Science: Structured thinking and stakeholder empathy are just as critical in data science as they are in consulting. Choosing Tools in Evolving Environments: Letting the problem dictate the method...

Community STEAM Access: Bringing STEAM into community spaces helps break barriers to access and makes learning feel more approachable and inclusive. Engaging Young Minds: Making STEAM fun, hands-on, and adaptable across...

Global Engagement & Leadership: Her work across global orgs like UN Women UK and Code.org is driven by a commitment to inclusive tech leadership and creating accessible entry points for women in STEM. Lowering Barriers...

IT Support Misconceptions : She shares the surprising fulfillment and common misconceptions about working in IT at IKEA. Women in Tech : She explains why women-centered tech spaces still matter and how they empower...

Purposeful Multitasking: Running both a coffee brand and a creative/engineering career requires finding shared values that guide work across disciplines. Pivoting with Purpose: The shift from physics to analytics was...

Lessons from a year of transformation : After a year of meeting over 1,000 people, Manik reflects on the most surprising personal and professional lessons that shaped his growth and leadership. Scaling beyond courses...

Teen Skill Gaps: Teens often struggle most with self-doubt and direction bridging that gap means building confidence through exposure and mentorship, not just hard skills. Leadership vs. Creativity: True collaboration...

Real-World Spark : Early exposure to how data can uncover hidden patterns in social issues inspired a passion for using it as a tool for change. Building Carpe Datum : Starting the podcast and community stemmed from a...

Inside the Northwestern Prison Education Program: Mena shares her role as a volunteer, what it’s like teaching inside correctional facilities, and how data could help evaluate or improve such programs. Founding Women in...

In this special Season 3 recap of Carpe Datum , we revisit 12 inspiring conversations with women who are shaping the future of data science. From AI innovation and healthcare analytics to digital storytelling, career...

Building Professional Relationships : Insights into how Maheen has built strong professional connections, leading to numerous recommendations on LinkedIn, and tips for fostering meaningful professional relationships...

Balancing Multiple Projects: Discusses strategies for managing excitement and challenges in multiple tech initiatives. Importance of Digital Presence: Emphasizes the value of having an interactive portfolio and advice...