diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index a961b48..3aa99f4 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,2 +1,41 @@ # MySQL_Exploratory_Data_Analysis Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) of a dataset on company layoffs spanning from 2020 to 2023. This project aimed to uncover trends, identify key insights, and understand the broader impacts of layoffs over time. + +Key Insights: + +-Biggest Layoffs by Company: + Google (2023): 12,000 employees + Meta (2022): 11,000 employees + Uber (2020): 7,525 employees + +-Industries Hit the Hardest: + Consumer Industry: 45,182 layoffs + Retail Industry: 43,613 layoffs + +-Global Layoff Trends: + United States: 256,559 employees + India: Significant impact + Netherlands and Sweden: Notable layoffs + +-Yearly Layoff Trends: + 2023: 125,677 layoffs + 2022: 160,661 layoffs + 2021: 15,823 layoffs + 2020: 80,998 layoffs + +-Funding Stage Impact: + Post-IPO: 204,132 layoffs + +-Monthly Layoff Trends: + Analyzed rolling totals to track peak periods and identify trends over time. + +-Top Companies by Year: + Identified the top 5 companies with the highest layoffs for each year. + +Methodology: +Data Cleaning: Removed duplicates, standardized data formats, and handled null values to ensure data accuracy. +Analysis: Utilized advanced SQL techniques for detailed analysis. +Visualization: Employed visualization tools to illustrate key trends and insights. + +Conclusion: +This project offered a comprehensive view of layoffs across various sectors, highlighting significant trends over recent years. It underscores the impact of global events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, on employment