160. Data Science for Business Leaders with Prof JeAnna Abbott

To have a successful business career today, you need to be data literate. This doesn't mean learning to code. Thank God! In this episode, you will hear from JeAnna Abbott, Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Analytics at Texas A&M Mays College of Business. In this episode you will learn: What data science is How a baseball team used data science to grow revenues What synthetic data is and why some people love it, while others hate it How this professor uses ChatGPT and her advice for MBAs What skills business leaders need in the digital age The discussion about how AI is used in healthcare today, with Dr Marilyn Sandor (guest on episode 146: From Dentist to Tech Founder) Professor Abbott is an executive coaching client at Tech for Non-Techies. Prof Abbott began her career as a Law professor at the University of Houston, where she still teaches. She transitioned career into the digital space, after completing an advanced degree on data science and analytics. This makes Prof Abbott one of the world's most educated experts on how AI can and should be regulated. She holds degrees from the University of Houston, Texas A&M University, University of Chicago, Wharton, and Harvard University. To join the Digital Leadership Executive Coaching program, apply here.  ---  We love hearing from our readers and listeners. So if you have questions about the content or working with us, just get in touch on [email protected]   Say hi to Sophia on Twitter and follow her on LinkedIn. Following us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will make you smarter.