178: The One Skill That Makes You More Valuable Than Senior Analysts (ft. Mike Cisneros)
Data storytelling matters more than ever. If you have the ability to make your analysis understood—and acted on—it can make you more valuable than analysts with twice your experience. In this episode, Mike Cisneros walks us through his practical, tactical playbook to turn good analysis into powerful data stories that get results.
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Storytelling with Data: Before and After - Practical Makeovers for Powerful Data Stories
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Website: storytellingwithdata.com/books
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⌚ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
01:16 How To Become A Better Data Analyst and Storyteller
04:41 Storytelling with Data: Before and After
15:33 A Case Study: Analyzing Call Center Data
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