In this conversation, Sarah and Fiona Gordon delve into Tableau Quest, a gamification program designed to enhance Tableau skills and drive adoption within organizations. They discuss the importance of change management, the cultural shifts that come with implementing such programs, and the tangible benefits seen in employee retention and engagement. Fiona shares real-world success stories and emphasizes the need for ongoing learning and leadership buy-in to ensure the program's success. The discussion wraps up with a quickfire round of insights and tips related to Tableau and data visualization.

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Takeaways

• Tableau Quest is designed to elevate Tableau users from rookies to experts.

• Gamification can unlock learning potential in adults.

• Change management is crucial for successful tech adoption.

• Recognition through badges can enhance employee morale.

• Attrition rates can significantly improve with effective training programs.

• Ongoing learning should be a weekly commitment for team members.

• Understanding leadership motivations is key to gaining buy-in.

• Cultural shifts can lead to better collaboration and openness in teams.

• Real-world success stories highlight the effectiveness of Tableau Quest.

• The program encourages a fun and engaging learning environment.

Chapters

00:00 Unlocking Tableau Value with Tableau Quest

08:19 Overcoming Adoption Challenges in Tableau

12:06 Cultural Shifts and Recognition through Tableau Quest

15:29 Real-World Success Stories from Tableau Quest

19:18 Building Community and Collaboration

23:15 Leadership Buy-In for TableauQuest

26:32 The Future of AI in Tableau and Learning

27:49 Impact on Careers

30:54 Maintaining Momentum in Learning

34:22 Quick Fire Round: Insights and Fun

45:34 Wrap Up and Community Engagement

Keywords

Tableau, Tableau Quest, gamification, data visualization, learning, change management, employee retention, data culture, training programs, career development