The Art of Communicating Data

What makes a chart forgettable and what turns it into a story people act on? In this episode I sit down with Mike Cisneros, co-author of Storytelling with Data: Before and After , to discuss the art of transforming data visuals into powerful communication tools. We’ll dive into: The subtle cues that signal a bad chart How design choices influence leadership decisions Why starting with a suggestion...

Get your FREE ticket to attend my virtual summit next week from May 5-7th: https://trending-analytics.com/summit/ The reason why we haven't had a new season in a while is because I've been busy organizing a new summit that I am hosting next week from May 5th to May 7th. It's a virtual summit for data leaders and their teams. And it's about disrupting data leadership. It's unlik...

Join us for an interview with Lea Pica , author of "Present Beyond Measure: Design, Visualize, and Deliver Data Stories That Inspire Action" . 📖 Discover how to: Transform data into compelling stories that drive business decisions 📈 Overcome common presentation hurdles, including Imposter Syndrome 😰 Adapt your data presentation skills for the digital age 👾 You'll learn Lea's specific technique...

We will explore the art of effectively communicating data strategy with Tiankai Feng , author of Humanizing Data Strategy. Discover how to balance analytical insights with emotional connection and learn how humor can be a powerful tool in making complex data more engaging and accessible. You can get a copy of his book here . --- This episode is sponsored by Powerdrill. You can get started today fo...

Curious how to get leadership to fully embrace data for decision-making? In this interview, Lindsay Murphy will share her expert strategies to effectively communicate the value of data-informed decisions to leaderships teams. She'll also share tips for how to engage with business stakeholders to ensure data efforts are focused on the highest impact solutions. --- This episode is sponsored by Power...

Join us for an inspiring interview with Priya Padham, a 2x Tableau Visionary and 4x Tableau Public Ambassador. Priya will share her journey from fearing public speaking to becoming a confident presenter, along with her top tips for creating impactful data visualizations.  Connect with Priya and see her portfolio here . This episode is sponsored by Powerdrill. You can get started today for free usi...

Join us for a fun interview with Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, bestselling author of "Storytelling with Data" and creator of the new children's book "Daphne Draws Data". You'll hear about her experience in adapting complex data concepts for young minds and how she brought this to life in her latest book with Daphne, the data-drawing dragon 🐉 📊. You don't want to miss getting her unique perspectives o...

Whether you are a data viz beginner or a pro, you don't want to miss this interview with Shreya Arya, an award-winning data visualizer and co-lead for Back 2 Viz Basics. Shreya works as a Tableau/Alteryx Consultant at The Information Lab / Data School UK, specializing in data visualization and analytics. She has received VizOfTheDay's 7 times on Tableau Public and was a Tableau Public Featured Aut...

AI is not only streamlining analytics workflows; it also has the potential to improve the data communication process. Tune in for this interview with Brandi Beals to get practical tips on integrating AI into your data processes. You can connect with Brandi on LinkedIn or visit datacareersummit. com

In this exclusive interview with Natalia, a data artist and data comic, we explore the fascinating intersection of art and data. She also shares easy and practical tips for making data art that even a beginner can follow. Learn about Natalia's journey, her inspirations, and the innovative techniques she uses to transform complex data into beautiful visual stories. Follow Natalia on LinkedIn and jo...

Do you have a business glossary yet? George Firican, an award-winning data governance leader, shares his insights on improving communication and understanding between data teams and stakeholders through the creation of a business glossary. We'll dive into: The importance of a business glossary and its role in an organization The key steps involved in creating an effective business glossary Common...

You've probably read a few books about data viz, but this is not like any of them. Nick Desbarats is the author of Practical Charts and on this episode he shares his tips for creating effective charts quickly. Nick also teaches a course by the same name and recently released an on-demand version. You can find more info here . If you'd like to connect with Nick, you can follow him on LinkedIn . ~~~...

Communicating with executives can not only be nerve-wrecking but it can also look very different than how you communicate with other stakeholders. Listen to this interview with Chris Tauber, a data professional who helps executives make better decisions. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn or checkout his website . ~~~~~~ Enroll in The Fearless Data Presenter here .

Nisar Ahmed is an introvert and unintentionally became a better presenter when honing his Tableau skills. His journey with data visualization and public speaking is inspiring for all data nerds looking to improve these skills. 🔗 Connect with Nisar on LinkedIn . You can also check out his Youtube Channel and his podcast, The Data Nerd Podcast, here . ➡️ Enroll in The Fearless Data Presenter course...

Gulrez Khan is a data science leader and author of "Drawing Data with Kids." Gulrez shares his journey from being a nervous presenter to becoming a confident keynote speaker. Learn his top techniques for effective data storytelling, engaging presentations, and overcoming the challenges of public speaking. Donate to help Palestinians: Palestine Children's Relief Fund . Learn more abou...

Who knew the trees on the streets of Seattle would inspire Taha Ebrahimi, the director of Tableau Public, to get into hand-drawing illustrations and data visualizations? Listen for an insightful conversation with Taha about her hand-drawn project and how she balanced that with using modern technology. You can get her book Street Trees of Seattle here . You can also connect with her on Instagram an...

Neil Richards answers questions we have about data visualization, including how to approach data viz competitions, how to use blank space in our design, when to let the data speak for itself vs. craft a data story, and more. In addition to being a 5x Tableau Visionary and Hall of Famer, Neil is the author of Questions in DataViz, which is the title of both his blog and book . Got more data viz que...

Explore the transformative power of the subconscious mind with Chantal Dempsey, as we delve into techniques for boosting confidence and overcoming imposter syndrome in data professions. Discover actionable insights to re-program yourself to harness your inner confidence. Connect with Chantal on LinkedIn and checkout her website . If you are interested in enrolling in Hana's The Fearless Data Prese...

Learn how to communicate data and your findings in plain language from our guest Michelle Waitzman, a Plain Language consultant and trainer. Connect with Michelle on Linked In or visit her website .

Learn from Kat Greenbrook, author of The Data Storyteller's Handbook, on how to align data stories with business goals and discover practical tips for effective data storytelling. Order your copy of The Data Storyteller's Handbook here . Connect with Kat Greenbrook on Linked In . Enroll in The Fearless Data Presenter here .

This is a must listen if you want to be more creative with your data projects, particularly data visualizations. Alli shares practical strategies and processes to help you get creative and she also debunks misconceptions we have about creativity. You can grab a copy of Alli Torban's book, Chart Spark, here: https://www.chartsparkbook.com/ And connect with her on Linked In here: https://www.lin...

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What makes a data presentation successful? People have different answers for this but in this episode, I'll tell you the 3 key qualities of a successful data presentation. Pre-enroll in the Fearless Data Presenter course here for just $10 with a limited time deal.

I share some reflections from Austin Kleon's book, Steal Like an Artist , that are relevant to data professionals, particularly those who make data visualizations. Join the coolest Data Professionals' community here .