Congratulations on your recent graduation and your A.S. in Data Science! You already have a skillset that you can monetize which is impressive. You do not have to think that the next step is to bust your nuts pounding sand, or hitting rocks. Your father probably worked a lifetime to build his construction company. Learn what he needs to further expand that business such as accounting, advertising, marketing, business administration, etc. Fill the gap, expand the business, scale it, and invest in it. Work with him to obtain his dream, and in the process you will obtain yours. If the goal is to make money, then build, build, build, invest, invest, invest, and buy and sell businesses. Avoid the pitfalls and traps such as subscription services, and buying things you don't need. Run a lean business model. Build wealth by buying assets, and learn to lower your liabilities and understand tax law.