The best analysis in the world changes nothing if nobody understands it or acts on it. Data storytelling is the skill of wrapping your findings in a clear narrative, with a point, a supporting chart and a recommendation, so that decision-makers see what the numbers mean and what to do next.
You'll start with how to tell a story with data, including a simple setup, conflict and resolution structure, and how to present insights to senior leaders. Then you'll move on to working with stakeholders: asking the right questions up front, gathering requirements, setting expectations, and keeping people informed.
This is the final module of the BI Analyst course. Put everything you've learned into practice with the Projects.
A beginner-friendly look at how to turn raw numbers into engaging stories using data storytelling techniques.
A short lesson on structuring a data story as setup, conflict and resolution, so a chart explains what changed and why it matters.
A mini-workshop from Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, author of Storytelling with Data, on turning acceptable graphs into exceptional ones.
A senior analytics lead at Google explains why communicating clearly and setting expectations with stakeholders is a vital part of the analyst role.
An introduction to two core analyst skills: managing stakeholders and gathering requirements.