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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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Don’t Diss the Dashboard [Part 1]

Dashboards have their place in the world, but not all dashboards are created equal. It’s not just about presenting data; it’s also about providing focus.
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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. …
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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 …
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When It’s An Insight — and How To Get There

If you really want to know where you stand as a provider of insight, it’s good to take a step back, objectively look at the experience and find your place on the insight matrix. While knowing you have an issue is a valuable first step, figuring out an escape route to a better vantage …
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What’s an Insight? (And Who Decides?)

While data analysis can uncover all kinds of useful information, not everything that is revealed is truly insightful. Read on for the boxes you should tick before you declare that you’ve uncovered an insight. …
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How RAD Are You? How to Get the Data Stories You Need

When the data stories aren’t delivering, it can be tough to figure out why. Applying the RAD principle can go a long way to helping you get back on course. …
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Stories Must Stay True to Data

Reaching business goals does not come from spin. And putting conclusions before data helps no one. It is the storyteller’s job to translate the truth in the data—no matter how difficult it is to hear. …
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