Danielle Boyce, Author of Ten Habits of Great Data Analysts

In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp interviews Dr. Danielle Boyce, author of Ten Habits of Great Data Analysts: Practical Tips from My Three Decades in the Field. Drawing on more than thirty years of experience in public health, biomedical informatics, data analytics, and leadership, Danielle shares the habits and mindsets that distinguish truly effective analysts from those who focus only on technical skills.

The conversation explores the importance of curiosity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and data storytelling, along with the practical realities of working with stakeholders, making decisions under uncertainty, and helping organizations turn data into action. Danielle discusses lessons learned throughout her career, the motivations behind writing her book, and why strong analytical work is ultimately about people as much as technology.

Len and Danielle also talk about the process of writing and publishing a technical book, the value of sharing hard-earned professional knowledge, and how aspiring analysts can build rewarding careers by developing both their technical capabilities and their human skills. The episode offers practical advice for data professionals at every stage of their careers, as well as insights into lifelong learning, leadership, and professional growth in an increasingly data-driven world.

This interview was recorded on April 29, 2026.

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