About Data Career School: Grow Your Career in Data Analytics & AI
Data Career School explores how data and AI are transforming industries, careers, and leadership in today's business world.
Hosted by Amlan Mohanty, this podcast features honest conversations with data leaders, product visionaries, and innovators shaping the future of work, covering everything from breaking into data analytics to building a career or business that thrives in the AI era.
Whether you're a student just starting out, a professional growing your career, or a business leader driving change, find insights and strategies to help you learn, build, and lead with data.
How AI Is Transforming Supply Chains, Leadership & Business Decisions with Blue Yonder's Chief Product Officer, Gurdip Singh
AI is rewriting the rules of global supply chains. The next competitive advantage would be how intelligently companies use AI to run their supply chains.
In this episode, I sit down with Gurdip Singh, Chief Product Officer at Blue Yonder, one of the world's leading AI-powered supply chain technology companies.
We explore how AI is reshaping global supply chains, how product leaders separate real innovation from hype, why enterprise AI succeeds or fails, and what the future of leadership looks like in an AI-driven world.
In this episode, we cover:
• Gurdip's journey to Chief Product Officer at Blue Yonder
• Why supply chain has become one of the world's most strategic business functions
• Real-world AI applications that are transforming supply chains today
• How to distinguish genuine AI innovation from marketing hype
• Why enterprise AI adoption is more about people than technology
• Building trust in AI-powered decision-making
• Lessons from startups vs enterprise product development
• Leadership lessons from nearly 30 years of building technology products
• Preparing AI systems for unpredictable global disruptions
• Predictions for the future of AI, supply chains, and global commerce
Whether you're a technology leader, product manager, founder, supply chain professional, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation offers practical insights from one of the industry's most experienced technology leaders.
🎙️ Hosted by Amlan Mohanty — Industry expert breaking down AI, business, and leadership through conversations with the people shaping the future.
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🎧 Listen now to stay ahead in the age of AI.
Chapters00:00 Intro03:26 Journey & turning points07:57 Supply Chain as Business Advantage11:11 AI in supply chain15:18 Real AI vs fancy marketing17:39 Using AI vs simpler methods20:31 Enterprise AI adoption24:30 Traditional execs trust AI26:20 Startup vs enterprise lessons31:00 Younger companies' advantage34:40 Lesson from a failed decision37:56 Black swan disruptions43:55 Bold prediction on AI50:35 Advice for early-career professionals52:45 Final thoughts
25 May 2026
Inside AI Policy: How the US Government is Regulating Agentic AI | Sakshi Naik
AI is becoming more autonomous than most people realize and governments are struggling to keep up. 🎙️
AI agents are no longer just answering questions. They’re starting to browse the internet, make decisions, take actions autonomously, and influence industries faster than governments can regulate them.
In this episode, I sit down with Sakshi Naik, an AI governance expert who has advised US government officials on AI policy, Responsible AI, and the future risks of autonomous AI systems.
What you'll learn:
What Agentic AI actually means
How autonomous AI agents differ from traditional AI
The risks of AI systems acting without human oversight
Why regulating AI is becoming increasingly difficult
The influence of Big Tech on AI policy and regulation
Responsible AI vs performative AI ethics
Open source vs closed AI debates
How AI could reshape jobs and the future workforce
The biggest misconceptions people have about AI
Sakshi also shares her journey from India to advising policymakers in the US and gives an inside look into into how governments, researchers, and companies are navigating the future of AI governance.
Whether you're into AI, tech, policy, or just trying to understand where the future is heading, this episode breaks down one of the most important conversations happening right now.
🎙️ Hosted by Amlan Mohanty — industry expert decoding AI, tech power shifts, and the future of work before they hit the mainstream.
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📸Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/snaik_hissss/)
📺Youtube (https://youtube.com/@sakshi_kiran_naik?si=OoUPytROdpprfYfF)
🎧 Listen now to understand the power, risks, and future of Agentic AI.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:45 Sakshi’s Journey into AI Policy
04:16 Understanding Agentic AI
06:31 Traditional AI vs Agentic AI
07:30 The AI Regulation Dilemma
08:48 Risks of Autonomous AI
16:48 AI Bias in Action
21:11 Do Lawmakers Understand AI
24:23 Power Dynamics in AI Policy
30:10 Responsible AI Frameworks
33:47 Open Source vs Closed AI
36:40 AI’s Impact on Jobs
39:27 Biggest Misconceptions About AI
41:30 Final Thoughts
4 Jan 2026
How to Actually Get Hired in 2026: AI, LinkedIn, Referrals & What Works Now | Jeremy Schifeling
The job market has changed dramatically and your job search strategy can't afford to be stuck in the past. 🎙️
In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Schifeling, the former LinkedIn insider who built their 39M student platform, wrote the #1 ChatGPT career book, and has trained over 100,000 students at Harvard, Stanford, and 300+ elite universities worldwide.
What you'll learn:
Job search strategies that actually work right now
How to get referrals with zero connections (20X advantage)
LinkedIn profile optimization secrets from an insider
Using AI for job applications without sounding generic
The truth about ATS systems and resume screening
Why networking and relationships beat perfect resumes
How to reach hiring managers directly
Jeremy has hired for Google, LinkedIn, and Khan Academy and coached 100,000+ students through their job searches. He's seen both sides and knows exactly what works to get hired.
Whether you're about to graduate, stuck in your job search, or looking to break into a new industry, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real strategies that work.
🎙️ Hosted by Amlan Mohanty — Industry expert breaking down careers, AI, and what it takes to win in today's job market.
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Connect with Jeremy Schifeling:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/schifeling (linkedin.com/in/schifeling)
🌐 Website: thejobinsiders.com (thejobinsiders.com)
📚 Books: Career Coach GPT (https://www.amazon.in/Career-Coach-GPT-Complete-Interview-ebook/dp/B0C8VCTMXX) & Linked: Conquer LinkedIn. Get Your Dream Job. Own Your Future. (https://www.amazon.in/Linked-Conquer-LinkedIn-Dream-Future/dp/1523514167)
🎧 Listen now to transform your job search!
Chapters
00:00 Navigating the Tough Job Market
03:31 Building a Network from Scratch
05:11 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
06:38 Leveraging AI in Job Searches
08:30 The Death of Cover Letters
09:51 The Role of ATS in Hiring
11:19 Standing Out in a Competitive Landscape
14:07 Using AI Creatively in Applications
15:54 Exploring Career Opportunities with AI
10 Nov 2025
How AI is Transforming Business, Retail & Data Careers with Walmart's Director of Data Science & AI, Ketan Mudda
AI and data analytics are transforming business, and your data career can’t afford to be left behind. 🎙️ In this episode of Data Career School, I sit down with Ketan Mudda, Director of Data Science & AI Solutions at Walmart, to explore how AI is reshaping retail, analytics, and decision-making—and what it means for students, job seekers, and early-career professionals in 2026.
We dive into:
How AI is driving innovation and smarter decisions in retail and business
Essential skills data professionals need to thrive in an AI-first world
How AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the way analysts work
What employers look for beyond technical expertise
Strategies to future-proof your data career
Ketan also shares his journey from Credit Risk Analyst at HSBC to leading AI-driven initiatives at one of the world’s largest retailers.
Whether you’re starting your data career, exploring AI’s impact on business, or curious about analytics in action, this episode is packed with actionable insights, inspiration, and career guidance.
🎙️ Hosted by Amlan Mohanty — creator of Data Career School, where we explore AI, data analytics, and the future of work.
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🎧Listen now to level up your data career!
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Ketan Mudda
05:18 AI's Transformative Impact on Industries
12:49 Responsible AI Practices
14:28 The Role of Education in Data Science
23:18 AI and the Future of Jobs
28:03 Embracing AI Tools for Success
29:44 The Importance of Networking
31:40 Curiosity and Continuous Learning
32:50 Storytelling in Data Science Leadership
36:22 Focus on AI Ethics and Change Management
41:03 Learning How to Learn
44:57 Identifying Problems Over Tools
28 Sept 2025
How to Land Your First Data Job Without a Fancy Degree
Think you need a fancy degree to start a career in data? Think again. In this episode of Data Career School, Amlan Mohanty breaks down exactly how you can launch a successful data career and land your first job in data analytics, data science, or business intelligence without a traditional degree.
Discover how to build in-demand skills, create a portfolio that gets noticed, and land your first data job using practical, actionable strategies. Whether you’re self-taught, switching careers, or just curious about the data field, this episode gives you the perfect roadmap to break into a data career.
21 Sept 2025
Fast-Track Your Data Career: Outperform 99% of Data Professionals
In this episode of Data Career School, I share actionable strategies to help you grow faster, get promotions, and step into leadership roles in your Data and Analytics career. Learn how to build the right skills, excel in your projects, and stand out in your company. Whether you’re a fresher or an early-career professional, these tips will help you climb the corporate ladder, boost your career growth, and become a top-performing data professional.
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