Main description:

This book provides guidance to the statisticians in industry on the non-technical "soft" skills that one needs to have in order to be successful as a statistician from the first day on the job until the last day. Focus is on oral and written communication as well as the right set of values and behaviors needed to have the biggest impact as a scientist and a leader. Examples from real world experiences are shared to help emphasize key points.

Contents:

Non-technical training to be a Statistician. Successful first impressions. Successful written communication. Successful oral communication. Making an impact with statistical graphics. Using your analytical skills outside of the design and analysis of experiments. Handling conflict on the job. Handling change in the workplace. Managing and mentoring others. Thinking for the longterm.