Many companies want to use data to gain a competitive edge in their industries--this can pose a challenge for organizations whose core business is not inherently technical. To make things worst lots of providers and consulting firms push unproven strategies and technical solutions that don't work. My guest today, Heather Smith is a data leader who has over 15 years of experience in the data science field, including recognition as one of Seattle's Top 5% of Women Engineers by Women Impact Tech.
As co-founder of Rove Technologies, Heather teaches how to set realistic expectations, when it comes to senior management and why it’s so important. She shares real-world examples of where expectations were set, and unfortunately when they were not. In a more personal tone, she discusses how her female appearance has impacted her professionally. Listen in to hear Heather talk about the role of executive expectation management in data science and how you can start managing expectations correctly!
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Are you a BI/Analytics leader who is tired of creating useless reports or dashboards? Are you struggling to get users over to your BI portal? Ever thought about embedding your analytics? If so, then you have to check out Logi Composer, the first ever out of the box development experience for teams who want to get up and running fast! Logi Analytics is offering AoF Listeners a special 14-day trial to get up and running fast! Just visit - logianalytics.com/aof
In Ep 50 with Jurgen Faiist, I discussed why we need a new data visualization language. In today’s episode, we return to debate that topic with my good Suisse buddy Raphael Branger who is a Principal Data & Analytics Consultant at IT-Logix in Switzerland. Raphael is an IBCS Certified Consultant (he introduced me to it) as well as a Certified Disciplined Agile Practitioner with more than 18 years of experience in business intelligence and data warehousing. I met Raphael almost a decade when he invited to keynote their epic BI event in Zurich. As one of the most passionate people I’ve met around requirements gathering ‘engineering’ is he calls it, his feedback was instrumental to the ongoing enhancement of our BI Dashboard Formula methodology!
In today’s episode, Raphael gives examples of why a new data viz language is needed and explains the International Business Communication Standards (IBCS) SUCCESS poster and how those standards can help. So much knowledge bombs in this one! Be sure to tune in!
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Mike Bugembe is a speaker, consultant, and Amazon best selling author of the book Cracking the Data Code. He joins today’s podcast to talk about the things that you can do that will help create successful analytics projects. After being the head of business intelligence for one of the largest diamond companies in the world, and seeing project struggle or fail, Mike went on a journey to find out why some unicorn companies like Netflix were succeeding in analytics, which traditional companies were not. In today's interview, he discusses the five key traits of a successful project and why 90% of enterprises data are missing most of them. Listen in to hear what Mike has to say about finding use cases for AI, learning how to ask data questions, and the biggest obstacles companies face when trying to unlock the value of their data.
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Lewis Temares is a former Dean at the University of Miami, and though he’s retired now, he still has a lot to say and a lot of knowledge to contribute. As one of the most beloved leaders I’ve ever met, he has managed large and very successful teams in IT. Not only was he my first mentor in the technical industry, but his influence and continual guidance have been instrumental in my career path.
Given recent world events, I brought him on to discuss how techies can stand out at work during unusual circumstances like a pandemic, what advice he’d give to tech leaders, workers, and students, and how to deal with the obstacles that accompany being laid off or furloughed. Tune in to gain some real-world wisdom and practical steps you can take to ensure you are standing out even while working from home!
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Why is the business missing in BI? And how can you get the business back into BI? That’s what today’s guest is here to talk about. Cliff Alper is Director of Product Development at Analysis Factory, and in today’s episode, you’ll hear what he has to say about how you can tell if you’re someone who’s missing out on the business part of BI, why it’s so important to ask a lot of questions, and how to talk to end-users.
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Are your subconscious beliefs causing difficulties in your life? Are they holding you back from overcoming challenges that you’re facing? Today’s guest can help you understand how your subconscious beliefs may be holding you back and what you can do about it.
Julie Cairns is the author of the book The Abundance Code. In today’s episode, you’ll hear her talk about dealing with uncertainty, how to shift to an abundance mindset, and the three steps that can help you shift your subconscious beliefs.
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What do you know about emotional intelligence? Today’s guest is going to answer a lot of questions about emotional intelligence, EQ, when you should have your EQ assessed, and what you should do with that information.
[01:13] What to expect in Season Five of AoF
[08:55] User Expectations: What emotional intelligence is and when you should take an emotional intelligence test
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Our episode today is sponsored by Data-Mania! In record time, Winning With Data will lead you to identify the #1 data use case that’s the absolute quickest win for your organization - so you can get on with the process of building and executing your winning data strategy today. https://www.data-mania.com/winning-with-data-case-collections/
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Note: Upcoming BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live Workshops have been canceled due to the COVID-19 crisis. However, 2-Day Online Workshops (Livestream recordings) will be available. Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a clear BI delivery action plan. Register today!
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Design is important. Just take a look at some of the Corona Virus visuals out there. In this fun, short episode I discuss how bad design can affect you in ways you may not know!
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You know me — I love community! Being a part of the BI community has changed my life and it can change your too for the better if you choose the right community, and understand how to use it to your advantage. Listen and learn.
Today’s guest is Allen Hillery, editor of Nightingale, a data visualization society journal. Allen describes why community is important and what you can do to give and take within the community. Recently, he interviewed me and wrote a very popular article on Medium titled, “Mico Yuk on the Importance of Community and the Paradigm Shift in Business Intelligence.”
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I still can’t believe what transpired at the recent BI Data Storytelling (BIDS) Accelerator Workshop—simply because we made the exception of letting in a VIP after enrollment had closed. Why? The VIP desperately expressed his need to learn and implement our BI methodology/framework. He was determined to get it done, and the results he shares are amazing.
Today’s guest is Ankush D’Souza, Director of BI at Estée Lauder Companies who is going to show you how to deliver your BI Strategy 'Gorilla' style. Ankush describes the four pillars he uses to create a successful BI Strategy, why not having a budget can be a benefit and tactics and tools to focus on.
The next BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live workshop will be held soon. Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of three days, you’ll leave with a clear BI delivery action plan. Register today!
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Practice, practice, practice! Storytelling takes practice, especially Storytelling With Data (SWD). What are the fundamental principles for communicating effectively with data and using storytelling concepts to communicate that data?
Today’s guest is Cole Knaflic, author of Storytelling With Data and Storytelling With Data: Let’s Practice. She is super practical and realistic when teaching people who are struggling to tell stories. Are you ready to join Cole’s SWD community?
This exciting season of AOF is sponsored by our BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live workshop. Our second one is coming up on Jan 28-30 and registration is open! Join us and consider upgrading to be a VIP (we have tons of bonuses planned). Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of three days, you'll leave with the tools, techniques, and resources you need to engage your users. Register today!
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Welcome to 2020! It’s time to kick the new year and new decade off by recapping awesome things that happened in 2019 for Analytics on Fire (AoF). Plus, what 10 things can amazing AoF listeners expect and look forward to in 2020? Let’s begin the countdown.
In this episode, you'll learn:
This exciting season of AoF is sponsored by our BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live workshop, on January 28-30, 2020 in Atlanta, GA.
Join us for your chance to be in the hot-seat and get your use-case critiqued live. At the end of three days, you’ll leave with a clear BI delivery action plan. Register today!
BI tools change by the minute, so have you ever considered outsourcing your data visualization needs in the future? Maybe you should, especially if you don’t have proper in-house skill sets. Don’t risk your reputation because users can’t unsee a bad data visualization.
Today’s guest is long-term BI Brainz customer Mustafa Mustafa, senior director of IT at Ferrara Candy Company. Mustafa transformed Ferrara Candy into a forward-thinking and innovative company. He discusses the pros and cons of outsourcing data visualization by choosing the right partners.
This exciting season of AOF is sponsored by our BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live workshop. Our second one is coming up on Jan 28-30 and registration is open! Join us and consider upgrading to be a VIP (we have tons of bonuses planned). Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of three days, you'll leave with the tools, techniques, and resources you need to engage your users. Register today!
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When it comes to effective presentations and engaging an audience, what questions should you ask to tell your story about data? It’s time to take action and learn!
Nancy Duarte joins me as today’s guest to discuss her new book, DataStory: Explain Data and Inspire Action Through Story. Some of you may already know Nancy from her 2012 TED Talk titled, The Secret Structure of Great Talks.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The next BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live workshop will be held in January 2020. Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of three days, you’ll leave with a clear BI delivery action plan. Register today!