Top Mentor Helps Crack the 2025 Data Science Market

NEW YORK - March 22, 2025 - PRLog -- Top Mentor Helps Crack the 2025 Data Science Market

In 2012, Thomas H. Davenport and DJ Patil called Data Science "The Sexiest Job of the 21st Century." 13 years later the market looks anything but glamorous. Entry-level roles are nearly extinct, job descriptions list enough skills for an entire team, and interview processes jump from algorithm challenges to deep dives into LLMs.

But tough times spark creative solutions, such as the Data Science mentorship through TopMate. Karun Thankachan, one of TopMate's Top 10 Data Mentor in US (https://topmate.io/topusers/top100-data-us), has been helping candidates navigate this brutal market.

Since 2022, Karun has guided hundreds of Data Science aspirants. He's done over 1,000 one-on-one calls, spoken at colleges, appeared on podcasts, and led workshops that have helped dozens land jobs. Here's his advice for breaking into Data Science in 2025.

Pick the Right Projects

"Who survived the Titanic?" "What's the price of a house? - these are the same projects hiring managers see over and over. If you want to stand out, pick projects tied to real business problems.

Karun suggests checking out Kaggle's Competitions section—the bigger the prize, the more relevant the problem. He also advises going deep into one industry, whether it's FinTech, Healthcare, or E-Commerce. Specialization sets you apart.

Market Yourself

Being great at Data Science doesn't mean much if no one knows about it. That's why a strong resume and an active LinkedIn presence are essential.

For resumes, Karun swears by the PSI format:

• Problem – What was the challenge?
• Solution – How did you tackle it?
• Impact – What measurable results did you achieve?

To get past automated screeners, make sure your Skills section includes keywords from job descriptions—if you actually have those skills, of course.

Use the same PSI approach for your LinkedIn experience section. Beyond that, Karun recommends posting at least once a week about what you're learning during your job search.

Build a Strong Network

"Your portfolio, resume, and LinkedIn profile probably make up less than 50% of why you'll get a callback, Who refers you accounts for the other 50%." - says Karun

Networking takes time, but a great first step sending personalized connection requests. Karun advises spending 30 minutes a day expanding your network through thoughtful interactions.

Stay Consistent

There's no magic formula. You already know what to do—the hard part is sticking with it. The people who land jobs are the ones who show up every day, apply, ask for referrals, and prepare for interviews.

Breaking into Data Science in 2025 won't be easy. But you're not in this alone.
Mentors like Karun are just a click away - topmate.io/karun