

#103 How Data Literacy Skills Help You Succeed
27 snips Sep 5, 2022
Jordan Morrow, VP and Head of Data Analytics at Brainstorm, Inc., and author of 'Be Data Literate,' discusses the critical role of data literacy in today’s workplace. He shares his journey advocating for data skills, emphasizing their necessity across all job roles. The conversation explores innovative strategies to enhance data literacy in organizations, the importance of communication and storytelling, and how data empowers informed decision-making. Morrow inspires listeners to embrace their passion for data and pursue learning opportunities.
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Early Data Literacy Efforts
- At American Express, Jordan Morrow proposed a data literacy curriculum.
- His EVP believed employees weren't ready, foreshadowing the field's future importance.
Data Literacy for Better Decisions
- Data literacy empowers better decision-making in our data-filled world.
- It helps individuals navigate personal and professional challenges by using data effectively.
Data Literacy Skills Gap
- A significant data literacy skills gap exists due to rapid data production and the rise of self-service analytics tools.
- Organizations have focused on tools, not fundamental data skills, leading to underutilization of data's potential.