My 3-year career plan as a Junior Data Analyst
In the next 3 years, I want to grow into a mid-level analyst role with stronger skills in Python, data modeling, and business intelligence. I plan to continue learning while gaining experience at Capital One or similar companies. I'm focused on improving my interview and technical skills to reach a salary of 85,000 or more.
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Step-by-step plan:

Year 1 (Now)
Keep improving SQL, and Power BI
Take a course in Python for data analysis
Build a small portfolio on GitHub
Study common case interview tasks

Year 2
Apply for internal projects or lateral move to Analyst II
Learn data modeling and work with larger datasets
Start preparing for Microsoft/Google Data Analytics certification

Year 3
Apply for mid-level roles in companies like Capital One, Booz Allen or IBM
Target salary: 85,000-95,000
Focus on storytelling with data and stakeholder communication

Still working on:
Mastering Python for real projects
Improving business problem-solving speed
Answering technical interview questions under pressure

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Just curious though, mid career with 90k~ salary seems low? Maybe I am delusional. I guess it’s low cost of living city? Does bank pay less? I am currently in the similar situation and live in a low cost of living city making total of just shy of 100k with 4 YOE.

Also, salary depends on your industry; specific industries pay more or less for the same type of work. But this follows too high pay to high risk. That is something you consider.

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