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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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Two perspectives, one argument. Most organizations invest heavily in the moment and underinvest in the story that has to survive it. Laura Warren and Dan Alvo come together on what getting it right actually looks like – and what it takes to walk into that boardroom with something more than a number.
When leaders ask for ‘better storytellers,’ they often turn to presence and delivery. But if a story only works when you’re in the room, the problem is less likely to be how you present – it’s whether anyone understands why it matters. …
Everyone asks for compelling stories. But over time, “compelling” has become corporate shorthand, a word people reach for without agreeing on what it requires. So what does the word actually demand of us? …
How the POET Technique™ transforms data storytelling into decision-ready communication, and fills the evaluative gap in traditional frameworks. …
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. …
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. …
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. …