Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Course 2 Ask Questions to Make Data Driven Decisions

The video starts at 00:00:00 with an introduction to problem‑solving and effective questioning, then moves to 00:03:08 where data in action is demonstrated. At 00:08:14 Nikki explains how the data process works, followed by 00:10:43 on common problem types. The real‑world problems are discussed at 00:16:29, and at 00:23:14 Anmol walks through moving from hypothesis to outcome. 00:25:15 covers SMART questions, while 00:32:19 Evan shows how data opens doors. 00:35:11 discusses data and decisions, and 00:36:36 explains how data empowers decisions. 00:41:53 contrasts qualitative and quantitative data, and 00:46:23 reveals how to share findings. 00:51:39 compares data versus metrics, 00:55:32 explores mathematical thinking, and 01:00:04 introduces the amazing spreadsheet. 01:02:03 gets you to work with spreadsheets, 01:04:24 covers basic spreadsheet tasks, and 01:09:13 explains formulas for success. 01:16:19 addresses spreadsheet errors and fixes, 01:23:51 covers functions 101, and 01:30:15 reminds you to understand the problem before solving it. 01:32:33 discusses scope of work and structured thinking, 01:37:07 staying objective, 01:41:22 communicating with your team, 01:42:26 balancing needs and expectations across your team, 01:47:08 focusing on what matters, 01:51:53 clear communication is key, 01:56:06 tips for effective communication, 02:01:39 balancing expectations and realistic project goals, 02:06:00 Sarah explains how to communicate with stakeholders, 02:09:08 the data trade‑off of speed versus accuracy, 02:13:38 thinking about your process and outcome, 02:16:46 meeting best practices, 02:22:18 Ximena joins a new team, 02:23:51 from conflict to collaboration, 02:28:17 Nathan shares his journey from the U.S. Marine Corps to data analytics, 02:31:44 wraps up the course, and 02:32:09 concludes with congratulations.