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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 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.

The Greatest Skill to Master as a Data Storyteller

When it comes to landing your message, remember your audience will realistically remember just one thing from any presentation. Make sure it’s the one they need to hear—the controlling idea—and watch the magic happen. …

Is AI Going to Change the Face of Data Storytelling?

Artificial intelligence isn’t new—its origins go back close to 80 years at this point—but as it evolves (and gets smarter!), we start to wonder how it will factor into the future and if it will fully replace humans in certain areas. But how will it affect data storytelling, specifically? …

What ‘Don’t Look Up’ Teaches Us About Data Storytelling

Yes, it’s a satirical dark comedy about impending global doom, but there is one scene that encapsulates everything that can go wrong in data storytelling. All in three short minutes. …

What, So What, Now What

If there ever was one phrase that causes heads to explode, it’s “I need the ‘so what.'” I hear it from leaders and team members and, while it seems easy to define, it is the most challenging stage of data storytelling. But it’s not impossible. Read on for the missing link in finding the …

Why Visualization Alone Isn’t Storytelling

It never fails—whenever I tell an audience “visualization isn’t storytelling,” I’m met with looks of surprise and doubt. But then I explain the role each plays in connecting with decision makers, and I can almost hear the click as everything falls into place. That’s when I know a data storyteller is born. …

Is Data Literacy Enough?

Over the past couple of years, data literacy has been getting its well-deserved moment in the sun. It is now considered the newest discipline in business acumen, right up there with market and financial literacy. But as I reflect on the approaches organizations are taking to build data literacy, I’m struck by an important …