Data is such an important and growing aspect of the tech world.  And it's really important to get executive buy in to support the projects you want to do.  So in this episode we're talking about Data Storytelling.

Scott Taylor aka The Data Whisperer is an industry veteran, regular keynote speaker and successful author.

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

Show Links

• Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/


• Tech World Human Skills Home - https://www.techworldhumanskills.com 


• Scott Taylor Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmztaylor/


• Meta Meta Consulting - https://www.metametaconsulting.com/

Takeaways

• Data storytelling is essential for executive buy-in.


• The telling part of storytelling is crucial for engagement.


• Effective communication is a superpower in business.


• Practicing storytelling techniques enhances delivery.


• Understanding your audience's perspective is key.


• Use the language of your audience to connect better.


• Confidence in delivery impacts audience perception.


• Smaller meetings require different engagement strategies.


• The three V's of data storytelling are vocabulary, voice, and vision.


• Focus on the why behind data initiatives, not just the how.

Keywords

data storytelling, executive buy-in, communication skills, data management, presentation techniques, audience engagement, storytelling framework, business communication, soft skills, data leadership