Assess your current data visualization skills and set achievable goals for progress.
Try new data visualization approaches in low-stakes environments to build confidence and refine techniques.
Deep dives
Embracing Change and Setting Goals for Data Stories
Change is inevitable, and the way we perceive and handle change can influence our data storytelling efforts. It's essential to assess where you currently stand in visualizing and communicating with data and set achievable goals to progress. Avoid rushing the process and focus on bridging gaps rather than creating them.
Experimenting in Low-Risk Settings and Building Confidence
Trying new data visualization approaches in low-stakes environments first can help build confidence and refine techniques. Small successes pave the way for more significant changes over time. It's crucial to avoid showcasing skills for the sake of it and opt for strategies likely to work with your audience.
Seeking Feedback and Continuous Improvement in Data Storytelling
Actively seeking feedback on data stories, both before and after presenting, is key to improving storytelling skills. Reflecting on successes and failures helps identify areas for growth and refinement. Sharing experiences with others can contribute to collective learning and improvement in data storytelling practices.
What does Cole’s 7-year-old daughter have in common with the typical audience member for your data stories? Tune in to find out! In this short episode, Cole discusses a handful of specific things you can do to help set yourself—and others—up for successful data stories.