How Softer Skills are relevant for Data Leaders, Part 8: Visual Story
Step 8 in our softer skills model (Visual Story). How are softer skills in this area relevant for data leaders? How they can develop others…
Tag: data visualisation
November 1, 2022
Your Data Storytelling needs less data and more stories (part 1 of 2)
Why you need to focus on storytelling and not just good data visualisations to tell compelling data stories. A challenge from Martin Squires.
Calling Bullshit: a book to develop your Critical Thinking skills
Book review of “Calling Bullshit: The art of scepticism in a data-driven world” a vital book to help you nurture your critical thinking skills
See history with fresh eyes by reading the Timeline of World History
A review of the engaging Timeline of World History from Useful Charts. Exploring what to expect and the lessons it has for data visualisers.
Seeing with fresh eyes: The Infographic Bible
A review of the visual treat that is The Infographic Bible. Considering the lessons for others visualising textual data & sharing examples.
Seeing with fresh eyes through the latest from Edward Tufte
A review of “Seeing with Fresh Eyes” the latest book from Edward Tufte. How this artist reveals the seeing & conscience you need for data viz.
Perhaps Execs don’t need data literacy after all, just good judgement
Guest blogger, Tony Boobier, makes a case against data literacy education for executives. Should they just be focussed on better judgement?
How a wider repertoire of charts gives Better Data Visualizations
Book review of the wonderful “Better Data Visualizations” from Jon Schwabish. How this book will help you expand your repertoire of charts.
The subpersonalities an analyst needs, part 3: delivering
Part 3 of 3 part series on the subpersonalities of an analyst. How the personas of a Politician, Craftsperson & Athlete help with delivering.
Remember your audience don’t understand Statistics
A call to data & analytics leaders to remember your audience don’t understand Statistics. Resources to help you overcome this comms challenge.
How can you learn to Resonate with your audience?
How a book from Nancy Duarte can help you to genuinely Resonate with your audience. A practical guide to improved presentation for all leaders
How Gestalt design principles can improve your Data Visualisation
How Gestalt design principles can help you improve your Data Viz design and help make your charts more intuitive, inc. recommended resources.