Become a Great Data Storyteller - by Angelica Lo Duca (Paperback)

About the Book

"Imbue your data with compelling narratives that lead to action. In Become a Great Data Storyteller: Learn How You Can Drive Change with Data, author Angelica Lo Duca unveils the art of transforming raw data into captivating stories that resonate with your audience. Moving beyond conventional data visualization techniques, this book introduces you to the essential steps for crafting engaging data narratives. Lo Duca guides you through understanding the needs of your data consumers, teaching you not just to present data, but to tell a story that inspires and drives change. Delving deeper, Become a Great Data Storyteller equips you with the skills you need to create characters within your data, setting them on a journey towards achieving their objectives, all while tailoring these stories to the specific needs of your audience. You'll learn to become the guiding voice in your narratives, effectively using the power of context to enrich your stories, making them not only more engaging but also more impactful. For professionals and enthusiasts eager to elevate their data presentation skills, this book is an inspirational call to action. The author invites you to redefine the way you communicate data, turning numbers and charts into meaningful stories that can drive decision-making and spark change. Become a masterful data storyteller and unlock the true potential of your data. Grab your copy today and start crafting stories that not only inform but also inspire"--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

Unlock the power of data storytelling to create change

Become a Great Data Storyteller: Learn How You Can Drive Change with Data is a transformational journey guided by author and researcher Angelica Lo Duca. This insightful guide challenges the conventional approach to data visualization by emphasizing the creation of compelling data stories. With a focus on understanding the audience's needs, this book offers a unique value proposition: teaching you how to weave raw data into engaging, narrative-driven presentations that can significantly impact decision-making and generate organizational change.

The author masterfully demonstrates the process of building a data story, from creating relatable characters with clear objectives to tailoring these narratives for specific audiences. You'll discover your role as a narrative guide, learning how to employ the power of context to make your data-driven stories not just informative but captivating. This book sets itself apart by focusing on the human aspect of data storytelling, ensuring your narratives resonate deeply with your audience.

In the book, you'll:

• Learn to craft engaging data narratives that go beyond charts and graphs, making your presentations memorable and impactful
• Tailor your data stories to meet the specific needs and interests of your audience, enhancing understanding and engagement
• Position yourself as a pivotal guide in your data stories, using context to turn data into powerful narratives that drive action

For anyone looking to elevate their data presentation skills from ordinary to extraordinary, Become a Great Data Storyteller offers the tools and insights you need. Whether you're a professional seeking to influence decision-making or simply passionate about the art of data, this book is your roadmap to becoming an impactful storyteller. Take the first step towards transforming your data into compelling stories that inspire change. Order your copy today and start changing the way you communicate.

From the Back Cover

IMBUE YOUR DATA WITH COMPELLING NARRATIVES THAT LEAD TO ACTION

In Become a Great Data Storyteller: Learn How You Can Drive Change with Data, author Angelica Lo Duca unveils the art of transforming raw data into captivating stories that resonate with your audience. Moving beyond conventional data visualization techniques, this book introduces you to the essential steps for crafting engaging data narratives. Lo Duca guides you through understanding the needs of your data consumers, teaching you not just to present data, but to tell a story that inspires and drives change.

Delving deeper, Become a Great Data Storyteller equips you with the skills you need to create characters within your data, setting them on a journey towards achieving their objectives, all while tailoring these stories to the specific needs of your audience. You'll learn to become the guiding voice in your narratives, effectively using the power of context to enrich your stories, making them not only more engaging but also more impactful.

For professionals and enthusiasts eager to elevate their data presentation skills, this book is an inspirational call to action. The author invites you to redefine the way you communicate data, turning numbers and charts into meaningful stories that can drive decision-making and spark change. Become a masterful data storyteller and unlock the true potential of your data. Grab your copy today and start crafting stories that not only inform but also inspire.

About the Author

ANGELICA LO DUCA is a data specialist and researcher at the Institute of Informatics and Telematics of the National Research Council in Italy. She is also an adjunct professor of Data Journalism at the University of Pisa. She frequently presents and speaks at national and international conferences and events about data storytelling, data science, data journalism, data engineering, and web applications.