Your First 90 Days as a Head of Data

Written by The Count Team

Navigate your first 90 days as Head of Data: listen, plan, set expectations, and secure quick wins for a strong start.

“I started as Head of Data at a new company in September, and it’s been a really challenging experience. I came in thinking it would be different because they used different tools, or because it’s a different type of business, but it was so much more than that.” - Anonymous

Starting a new role in any organization is difficult, and joining as a new data leader comes with its own unique challenges. Inspired by the leadership bookThe First 90 Daysby Michael Watkins, I recently asked some Heads of Datawhat should a Head of Data do in their first 90 days on the job to make sure they’re starting strong.