Data Analyst Roadmap 2026 | The NEW Way To Become a Data Analyst

⚡️Free 3-Step Data Analytics Roadmap & SQL Course ⬇️ FREE 3-Step Data Analytics Roadmap https://www.bigdataenergycourses.com/roadmap FREE Intro to SQL Course: https://www.bigdataenergycourses.com/step-1 Free Data Analytics Project Ideas by Industry: https://www.bigdataenergycourses.com/ideas Beginner Course https://www.bigdataenergycourses.com/step-2 Intermediate Course: https://www.bigdataenergycourses.com/step-3-big-sql-energy In this video, I'm sharing exactly what it takes to break into data analytics in 2026 - and trust me, it's way different from when I started. I've worked in tech for years making six figures, and I'm breaking down the three essential things you need to land your first data analyst role: the technical skills that actually matter (hint: SQL is non-negotiable), how to build a portfolio that gets you interviews, and my secret networking strategy that most people skip. If you're feeling overwhelmed by all the requirements out there, this video will simplify everything and show you the exact path forward. Chapters 00:00 - The Dramatic Shift in Data Analytics Job Requirements 00:48 - The New Skills That Actually Work 04:35 - My Updated Portfolio Strategy That's Working 7:02 - Networking: The Secret Sauce You Can't Skip 10:01 - Why Becoming a Data Analyst in 2026 Is Still Worth It 🤳🏼 SOCIALS 📫 Newsletter: https://jessramosdata.substack.com/ 📸 Instagram: @JessRamosData 💙 LinkedIn: Jess Ramos, MSBA 🎬 TikTok: @JessRamosData 💌 Brand Partnerships: partnerships@bdeanalytics.com