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The world of data storytelling is ever-evolving, with changing viewpoints, trends, methods and more. Each month we’ll tackle a new topic with our unique Storylytics perspective.

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The Rise of the Trusted Advisor in the Age of AI

In an AI-saturated world where anyone can sound like an expert, the ability to cut through the noise, earn trust, and influence decisions isn’t optional; it’s what keeps you in the room when it matters most.

What Organizations Get Wrong About Insights

Data insights don’t appear by magic. Too often, organizations fail to answer the million-dollar question: ‘So, what?’ due to unclear requests, poor organizational acumen, and weak delivery. Learn what organizations get wrong about data insights and what they need to do to get them right. …

The Oak Tree Model: A New Way to Think About Data Storytelling

Like an oak tree draws its strength from deep in its roots, strong data stories grow from habits you can’t always see. Discover how these habits can turn your data into stories that make decision-makers sit up and take notice. …

What “Know Your Audience” Means in Data Storytelling

“Know your audience” is a common phrase when trying to connect in any form, from writing to sales to teaching. It’s foundational to persuasion. But it’s perhaps even more important in data storytelling, as we look for data to influence direction. At Storylytics, we look at three different audience truths to help better land …

Three Keystone Habits of Great Data Storytellers

Great data storytelling is a skill, not a talent. Great data storytellers know that facts alone don’t inspire change, and they share a common set of habits that set them up for success every time. Read on to learn more about these practices so you can employ them, too. …

The “But, Therefore” of Data Storytelling

At the base level, data storytelling isn’t that different from creative storytelling. You need a hook and a way to keep your audience engaged. Enter the “but, therefore” rule—a way to structure stories to make them more meaningful and memorable. …

Don’t Diss the Dashboard [Part 2]

We’re back for part two on this hotly contested topic. We say dashboards have their place in business, and in data storytelling. You just have to know what you’re looking for. …