Soos

Gravity Falls Inspired Profiles in Analytics

Hey, Dudes! Soos as a profile in analytics — is that a stretch? Is there anything about Soos that can be classified as analytic? OR… can EVERYTHING about Soos be called pure analytic genius!…?…?!?

Ok… probably not. But Soos does have some powerful and effective traits that we can draw on. These traits propelled him from mere side character when the series began to cult legend at its close. Soos is a caricature for certain but he has a certain wisdom, a naive curiosity, and a bent for action that can be a model for any analyst.

Dipper Pines: All right, if we wanna win this contest, we’ve gotta do it right! Think: what’s the number one problem with most monster hunts?

Soos: You’re a side character and you die in the first five minutes of the movie.

[pause]

Soos: Dude, am I a side character? Do you ever think about stuff like that?

The Wisdom of Soos

Jesus ‘Soos’ Ramirez … yes, he does have a last name, is a man of few words. He is humble and thoughtful. He is not prone to boast or put on a show. Yet on occasion, his words are both deep and sometimes prophetic. He is one part handyman and one part philosopher. He is not an individual to be underestimated… though he so often is.

Mabel Pines: Lick that elbow! Lick that elbow!

Soos: Like the infinite horizon, it eludes my grasp.

In my career, I have known a few analysts who had Soos like qualities. These folks were often not the most polished presenters nor those with the highest pedigrees. They were individuals who quietly got the job done. They had a knack for understanding what was truly important and always seemed to have the necessary knowledge and skill to see it through. Their efforts typically garnered little notice, but wisely avoided politics and other issues attracted by more ostentatious analysts.

Naive Curiosity

Question Baby is an alter ego invented by Soos. Is he a man or is he a baby? Soos is often asking legitimate questions. He seems to have a knack for it.

More importantly, Soos asks the questions that others are embarrassed to voice. This is an excellent attribute for any analyst. A natural curiosity and a willingness to always ask will serve you well. So many analysts fall victim to poor assumptions, bias, and predisposition. Soos rarely makes such a mistake. While cynics will attribute this to ignorance, there is no doubt that it serves him well.

Soos In Action!

Soos is a man of action. His deepest thoughts, his greatest moments of curiosity are often precursors to important decisions and moments of action. From FCLORP (Foam and Cardboard Legitimate Outdoor Role-play) to boat captain, handyman to bane of candy monsters everywhere — Soos is known to save the day.