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My name is Clayton Childers, and I have spent the past five years working in Healthcare Analytics, an industry where I’ve had the privilege of contributing to sectors such as Long-Term Care and Section 8 Housing. My journey into healthcare analytics stems from a lifelong passion for solving complex problems—a passion that was first cultivated through my studies in Philosophy at Indiana Wesleyan University.
Throughout my academic career, I found myself deeply fascinated by the intricate mysteries of the world, and I wanted to pursue a path that not only satisfied my intellectual curiosity but also allowed me to create meaningful change. I believe that insights derived from data can unlock transformative possibilities, particularly in healthcare, where data-driven decisions are pivotal in shaping a healthier society.
With a foundational understanding that "knowledge is power," I am driven by the belief that data insights have the power to bring about positive change in our world. My work is rooted in this philosophy, and I strive every day to apply my analytical expertise to improve healthcare systems and, ultimately, contribute to the well-being of individuals. Through this endeavor, I have found greater purpose and fulfillment, as I help facilitate knowledge, access, and engagement with one of the most invaluable gifts: health.
My Approach to Data Analysis:
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As a Data Analyst, my expertise is shaped by a unique approach rooted in my educational background in Philosophy. I believe that every Analyst brings their own paradigm to data analysis, and mine is grounded in inception, context, data integrity, and ethics. My process begins with a deep reflection on "the beginning before the beginning," where I focus on understanding the context of the data, its influences, and the purpose it serves in improving the lives of others. This foundational step involves assessing my own relationship to the data, acknowledging that personal assumptions, hypotheses, and experiences—though valuable—can also distort the true nature of the data.
From there, I enter a phase I call "play," which is all about moving the data around and viewing it from different angles. This stage is focused on getting a feel for the data—exploring its structure, testing different visualizations, and seeing how it reacts to various transformations. It’s a creative space where I try different approaches to understand the data better, uncovering patterns, anomalies, or hidden insights. The play phase is crucial for revealing the data’s underlying story and often helps identify adjustments to the initial business task or suggests new directions while providing an initial hypothesis. It’s during this phase that a single project can expand into multiple projects, thus revealing different paths and opportunities to explore within analysis.
With this in mind, I believe that creating a solid foundation is the most crucial step in my analytical process, as it will always follow the Analyst throughout their entire journey. Just like in nature, where each discovery leads to more questions and deeper exploration, data analysis operates within a similar paradox: the more we uncover, the more we realize there is yet to learn and the more we have to explore and research. This foundational understanding shapes how I approach each project, ensuring that the analysis is built on a strong foundation that can evolve as new insights emerge. The process of discovery is continuous, and the foundation we set at the outset will guide us as we navigate the complexities and nuances of the data, ultimately leading to meaningful solutions and insights.
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