E47: Dr. Laurie Shanderson on the Art of Data Storytelling in Leadership

In this episode of Othman’s Leadership Podcast, Dr. Laurie Shanderson—founder and CEO of Accreditation Insights—joins Dr. Reda Othman to explore how data becomes a catalyst for leadership and change when paired with storytelling. Dr. Shanderson shares her early lessons in using data to uncover hidden insights, the common mistake leaders make when they shape data to fit their narrative, and how to stay honest when the numbers don’t tell the story we expect. She offers practical advice on building reliable data sets, starting small without fancy tools, and maintaining curiosity and integrity when analyzing results. Listeners will walk away understanding that good leadership data isn’t just about numbers—it’s about the truth, context, and story behind them.