About Me
Hello! I'm John Schmidt
I'm a Data Analyst with expertise in Python, SQL, and sports analytics.
My journey in data analytics and sports has been shaped by my passion for understanding the world through numbers and narratives. From a young age, I was drawn to statistics, not just as numbers but as stories waiting to be told. My love for sports has played a significant role in my career path, driving me to explore data-driven insights in athletic performance, game theory, and strategic decision-making.
Beyond my professional interests, I value strong relationships and the impact of faith in my life. This drive towards relationships was shaped greatly by my time spent abroad in Eastern Europe for four months. I was fortunate to travel to Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Georgia, Sweden, Czech Republic, and Austria. These principles and core values (see below) guide my decisions, keeping me grounded in moments of success and adversity. Whether analyzing a dataset, discussing a sports game, or engaging in meaningful conversations, I strive to bring curiosity, wisdom, and kindness into everything I do.
Core Values
Peace
Peace is at the core of clarity, and well-being. Peace is one of my core values because true peace is not just the absence of conflict. It is also a representation of someone’s inner calm that is essential amidst the chaos that life brings. It is an honest commitment in my life to approach the problems that appear in my life with a clear mind, and a steady heart. Without peace, fostering harmony in my relationships with those around me would be impossible.
Empathy
Empathy is something that allows me to connect with my community in a genuine way. While impossible to truly step into someone’s life, empathy is something that gets us close. I recognize it as one of my core values because it challenges me to look beyond myself and act with compassion towards those who need it. It is not as simple as caring about those around me, but really taking intentional steps towards creating authentic relationships in personal and professional spaces.