Data Viz Today

94: How to Give More Confident Data Presentations (even if you’re an introvert) — Featuring Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic

Apr 18, 2024

Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, a data storytelling expert, shares how to overcome presentation nerves for impactful data presentations. Topics include harnessing nervous energy, self-recording for improvement, and managing anxiety. Practical tips and book recommendations provided.

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Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic

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Quick takeaways

Improving public speaking skills can lead to professional growth and collaboration opportunities.

Overcoming imposter syndrome and self-doubt is crucial for effective public speaking and boosting confidence.

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Importance of Public Speaking in Data Visualization

Public speaking is a crucial skill often overlooked in data visualization work. The ability to communicate effectively in front of an audience can elevate one's career and open up collaborative opportunities. Despite initial fears and challenges, practicing public speaking can lead to increased confidence and professional growth.

Navigating Productive Discomfort for Personal Growth and Development

03:08

Overcoming Public Speaking Fears and Imposter Syndrome

01:58

Enhancing Data Presentation Skills Through Self-Reflection

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Introduction

3min

Navigating Productive Discomfort for Personal Growth and Development

3min

Building Confidence in Data Presentations

12min

Improving Data Presentations Through Self-Recording

8min

Harnessing Nervous Energy for Confident Data Presentations

19min

Technique for Managing Nervousness Before Speaking and Book Recommendations for Presentation and Creative Thinking in Data Communication

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There’s no way around it: If you can speak confidently about your dataviz work to other people, you’ll make a bigger impact. But you’re shy, nervous, an introvert, and not a natural speaker! That’s ok. You CAN learn this skill. Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, a data storytelling expert, best-selling author, and CEO of Storytelling with Data, joins us today to share how to identify and fix those pesky presentation nerves so you can finally have the impact you want.

Let’s go!

Show notes: https://dataviztoday.com/shownotes/94

Cole's best-selling books including Storytelling with You: https://www.storytellingwithdata.com/books

My book Chart Spark: https://www.chartsparkbook.com