Storytelling with Tableau from Pluralsight

This course will enable you to find and present insights using the power of Storytelling with Tableau, in the most impactful manner.

Presenting the findings based on our analysis is as important as coming up with these fruitful insights. Even though the same can be taken care of in multiple ways, storytelling certainly provides you and the audience the opportunity of active participation.

In this course, Storytelling with Tableau, you will find and present these insights using the power of storytelling in the most impactful manner.

By utilizing the storytelling approach, stories can be woven around findings because it's much more impactful to tell a story as compared to mentioning the findings alone.

In data mining, explanatory data analysis techniques are the means to analyze the data set by summarizing its main characteristics.

Upgrade your skills and learn terms of how to analyze the data using Tableau, discover how to design Tableau dashboard keeping in view the ground rules of storytelling, create an appealing presentation pitch.

You will need to have access to Tableau.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Analyzing Your Data to Build Stories

Designing Interactive Dashboards

Creating Data Stories with Tableau

Creating Your Own Story

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Builds a strong foundation for individuals looking to present their findings effectively

Taught by Avdhesh Gaur, recognized for their work in data visualization and storytelling

Focuses on storytelling to engage audiences and enable active participation

Relevant for professionals who need to present data-driven insights effectively

Hands-on labs and interactive materials enhance the learning experience

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Storytelling with Tableau with these activities:

Practice Data Analysis Techniques

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Strengthen your foundation in Tableau by practicing data analysis techniques.

Browse courses on Data Analysis

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Load and explore datasets using Tableau.
Apply filters and calculations to refine data.
Create visualizations to uncover patterns and trends.

Collaborate on a Storytelling Project

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Enhance your learning by collaborating with peers on a data storytelling project.

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Form a team with fellow learners.
Brainstorm ideas and select a compelling dataset.
Design and develop a storyboard for your data story.
Present your findings to the group, providing constructive feedback.

Explore Storytelling Techniques

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Get inspired by real-world examples of effective data storytelling.

View Storytelling with Data: A Data Visualization... on Amazon

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Gather insights from the book's practical examples.
Identify key principles and techniques used in data storytelling.

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Design a Tableau Dashboard for Storytelling

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Develop your Tableau skills by creating an interactive dashboard that effectively conveys your data insights.

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Select a dataset and identify a compelling story to tell.
Design the dashboard layout, ensuring clarity and visual appeal.
Use Tableau's visualization capabilities to present data in an engaging manner.
Incorporate storytelling elements, such as titles, captions, and annotations.

Contribute to Open-Source Tableau Projects

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Dive deeper into Tableau's ecosystem by contributing to open-source projects.

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Identify open-source Tableau projects that align with your interests.
Review project documentation and contribute to discussions.
Write code, fix bugs, or enhance existing features.

Showcase Your Storytelling Skills

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Challenge yourself by participating in data storytelling competitions and showcase your skills.

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Identify and research upcoming data storytelling competitions.
Develop a data-driven story that meets the competition requirements.
Create visually appealing and impactful presentations.
Submit your entry and participate in the competition.

Guide Aspiring Data Storytellers

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Share your knowledge and inspire others by volunteering as a mentor.

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Connect with learners seeking guidance in data storytelling.
Provide support and insights based on your experience.
Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment.

Career center

Learners who complete Storytelling with Tableau will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Business Intelligence Analyst

Tableau is a data visualization and business intelligence tool that allows users to create interactive dashboards and data visualizations that can help them identify trends, patterns, and insights in their data. Storytelling with Tableau can help Business Intelligence Analysts learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them communicate their findings to stakeholders.

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Data Analyst

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Data Analysts explore and communicate data insights. Storytelling with Tableau can help Data Analysts learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Data Visualization Analyst

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Data Visualization Analysts create interactive and engaging visualizations that can help them communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau can help Data Visualization Analysts learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Data Scientist

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Data Scientists explore and communicate their findings. Storytelling with Tableau can help Data Scientists learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Statistician

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Statisticians explore and communicate their findings. Storytelling with Tableau can help Statisticians learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Market Research Analyst

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Market Research Analysts explore and communicate their findings. Storytelling with Tableau can help Market Research Analysts learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Product Manager

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Product Managers understand their customers and make better decisions. Storytelling with Tableau can help Product Managers learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Marketing Manager

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Marketing Managers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau can help Marketing Managers learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Project Manager

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Project Managers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau can help Project Managers learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Operations Manager

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Operations Managers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau can help Operations Managers learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Consultant

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Consultants communicate their findings to clients. Storytelling with Tableau can help Consultants learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Sales Manager

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Sales Managers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau can help Sales Managers learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Software Engineer

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Software Engineers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau may be useful for Software Engineers who want to learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Data Engineer

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Data Engineers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau may be useful for Data Engineers who want to learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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Web Developer

Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that can help Web Developers track their progress and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Storytelling with Tableau may be useful for Web Developers who want to learn how to use Tableau to create more effective and impactful visualizations that can help them tell data stories that are both engaging and insightful.

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