EPISODE · Nov 9, 2023 · 24 MIN
storytelling with data podcast: #71 pre-reads are risky business
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Sending slides before a meeting and asking your audience to do a pre-read has become the norm. Unfortunately, pre-reads never quite lead to the desired outcome of better questions and discussion, instead they create more challenges. Data storyteller Alex shares her thoughts on pre-reads and how she navigates requests to share content outside of a meeting. Tune in to also hear related questions on slide templates, speaker notes and more! Listening time 24:57 | related links: Article: how to create an executive summary slide Attend a workshop (use discount PODCAST10 for 10% off) Combo chart example: diverging bar + data table Combo chart example: line + Gantt chart SWD challenge: create a clever combo chart
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Sending slides before a meeting and asking your audience to do a pre-read has become the norm. Unfortunately, pre-reads never quite lead to the desired outcome of better questions and discussion, instead they create more challenges. Data storyteller Alex shares her thoughts on pre-reads and how she navigates requests to share content outside of a meeting. Tune in to also hear related questions on slide templates, speaker notes and more! Listening time 24:57 | related links: Article: how to create an executive summary slide Attend a workshop (use discount PODCAST10 for 10% off) Combo chart example: diverging bar + data table Combo chart example: line + Gantt chart SWD challenge: create a clever combo chart
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