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Analytics on Fire
by Mico Yuk | Keynote Speaker, Author, Coach, TV News Commentator, Comm. Mgr
Analytics on Fire is your backstage pass inside the enterprise data, analytics, AI, and business intelligence world. Join your host, global keynote speaker, author, coach, trainer, TV news commentator, and data community manager and leader, Mico Yuk, as she pulls back the curtain on what's working right now in the enterprise analytics, AI, and business intelligence world and what is not. You'll hear the inside scoop from experienced business leaders on how to plan, implement, and gain true business value from your analytics dollars. Visit analyticsonfire.com to subscribe and get weekly insights and freebies!
Episodes
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89: How to become a Rockstar Data Evangelist w/ Santosh Kanthety
Data plays a vital role in helping companies develop a competitive advantage, but it's the data evangelist who gathers and leverages those insights to help organizations understand the story their data is telling them. Today, on Analytics on Fire, we discuss how to become a data evangelist with...
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88: How to Tell your Unique Story w/ Lynn Smith
Not only will telling your unique story increase your confidence, grow your credibility, and establish you as a thought-leader in your space, it will ultimately allow you to share your expertise with a bigger audience and create an even bigger impact! Today, we discuss how to tell your unique…
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87: Data Storytelling for Data Management w/ Scott Taylor
As many of you already know, data storytelling is one of the hottest non-technical trends in the tech-related space today. Today's guest, Scott Taylor, 'The Data Whisperer' believes it's time that we expand the realm of data storytelling to include the role of data management by telling stories...
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86: Be Data Literate: The Skills Everyone Needs w/ Jordan Morrow
We have all seen massive shifts in the world of data literacy in the last few years, with the pandemic having undeniable and sometimes surprising effects on the professional landscape. Joining me to talk about these changes and the skills that can best serve data literacy in the contemporary...
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85: Will BI Notebooks replace Power BI Tableau? w/ Hjalmar Gislason
Hjalmar Gislason is the Founder and CEO of GRID.is, a BI notebook company that has been making big waves in the field in the last few years. He tells us all about GRID.is and the rise of data notebooks. In this episode, you'll learn: [0:05:50] Hjalmar explains exactly what a data notebook is and...
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84: How to Transform your Analytics Dept into a Profit Center w/ Derrick Louis
Data is a company's most important asset, so why aren't more companies turning their analytics departments into profit centers? In today's episode, my guest took this concept to the next level by bringing a dedicated accountant on staff to manage their analytics profit center. When Derrick Louis...
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83: Data Lake or Data Fake? w/ David Dadoun
This week we are joined by AoF alumni, David Dadoun to talk about data lakes, data oceans, data puddles, and data platforms, and why so many are confused about the topic. David is a leader, professor, global speaker, and recently transitioned to an exciting new role as Head of Enterprise Data and...
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82: How to Get Started with Advanced Analytics w/ Ryan Wade
Ryan Wade joins us on AOF today to talk about how to use advanced analytics in your organization! Ryan has been in the analytics game for the last 20 years and is now a Senior Solution Consultant at Blue Granite, based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He recently authored the amazing must-read book,...
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81: How to think like a CIO using ITIL w/ Mark Bradley
Today's guest is another day one as he's been in my community for over a decade and attended my very first Xcelsius training class! Mark Bradley has been in IT for around 30 years and has such a huge amount of knowledge and enthusiasm for the intersection of data, metrics, and leadership, I…
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80: The Human Element of Digital Transformation w/ Rick Montgomery
Hey AOF! Today I am joined by one of my first mentors in the BI industry, Rick Montgomery, to unpack why and how you can add the human element to digital transformation. Tune in as Rick shares how to identify, understand and map out the different personalities and parts of your digital...
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79: Behind the Scenes – Creating two Epic Dataviz Templates w/ Raquel Seville and Anna Ria
Welcome to another exciting masterclass! Today I'm taking you behind the scenes of how two women leaders on our BI Brainz team, created not one, but two of our most downloaded dashboard templates ever! To share these juicy details, we are joined by Raquel Seville, CEO of BI Brainz Caribbean, and...
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78: Mindset of a Rockstar Data Analyst w/ Trevor Tapscott
Our focus for this inspiring episode of AOF is mindset, especially if you want to be a standout data analyst! I have brought one of my first ever followers and day ones! Trevor Tapscott is a VP and Analytics Consultant at Wells Fargo and has been in the game for 20 years and counting. We…
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77: How to become a BI Data Journalist w/ Kimberly Herrington
Finding your dream job in the world of data and analytics might not be as hard you think! Our guest today, Kimberly Herrington stands as a testament to this idea and she joins us on AOF to talk about how you can go about identifying and capturing your ideal position in this fascinating space....
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76: Data Storytelling from a Data Scientist's POV w/ Kam Lee
Stakeholders often miss key insights that can be provided by data to drive action forward, due to the way the data is presented and communicated to them. My guest today believes that data storytelling is key to resolving this common pain point. Kam Lee, a BI Data Storytelling Mastery alumn and...
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75: How to Think like a Product Leader w/ Kevin Greene
Here on the AOF podcast, I have often spoken about the issue of user adoption and the slow progress we have all been experiencing for a long time. Our guest today has so much to offer in relation to our approach to this challenge! I speak to Kevin Greene, the CEO of Logi Analytics, and we delve...
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74: Creating a Data Literacy Program Using ISL (Information as a Language) w/ Valerie Logan
Today we have a real data masterclass in store for you! I am joined by the wonderful and inspiring Valerie Logan from The Data Lodge, and we talk about the unique way she approaches data literacy through what she calls ISL or Information as a Second Language®. Valerie does an amazing job of...
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73: What to Expect in 2021 w/ Mico Yuk
Welcome back AOF! I'm so glad to be back after taking some time off over the holidays and having an amazing social media detox! I'm excited to kick-off Season 6. Today's show is going to give you some super important updates and changes coming to the podcast, our academy platforms and groups, and...
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72: BIDS Accelerator Lessons Learned: What you Draw
Excited to share the last and final part of my three-episode series on BI data storytelling accelerator lessons learned. We'll be digging into the last but most exciting step in our BI Data Storytelling Mastery Framework, 'What you Draw'. Useless visualizations are everywhere! This episode will...
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71: BIDS Accelerator Lessons Learned: What you Write
Tune in as I recap lessons learned from our latest accelerator class. This part two in the series of three podcasts, which deep dives into our BI data storytelling framework, where we tackle three parts of storytelling. 1) What You Say, 2) What You Write, and 3) What You Draw. I dive into some of...
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70: BIDS Accelerator Lessons Learned: What you Say
Welcome to the first part of a three-part podcast, with each episode touching on the part of our data storytelling framework. You'll find a deep dive into each part of the framework and find out what lessons were learned and the big takeaways from our last data telling accelerator workshop, which...
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69: Could you use an Analytics Quarantune? w/ Tiankai Feng
Today's episode features Tiankai Feng, Global Director and Voice of Consumer Analytics at Adidas. Tiankai is going to help you decide if you need an analytics Quarantune. A Quarantune is music or a song that is created for quarantine. The best part about this one is that it is all about data and...
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68: Put your Data Strategy into Action and Get Results in 90 Days w/ Vincent Lee
You don't want to miss Vincent share the three steps he took after he left Lillian's class that led to his success in 90 days. He discussed how he chose the right problem to solve, and the challenges he faced while setting expectations, and most importantly how he measures success! Tune in and be...
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67: What Data folks can learn from the Caribbean? w/ Raquel Seville
Data isn't just relevant in the US, it's important all over the world. And currently, the Caribbean is experiencing something of a movement in relation to data. In today's episode, you'll hear from Raquel Seville, the CEO of BI Brainz Caribbean. Learn what's happening in the Caribbean on the data...
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66: Why You Should Stop Saying Data Literacy part 2 w/ Jordan Morrow
Data literacy is one of the most sought after cultural transformations of 2020. In episode #47 we discussed 'Why we should stop saying 'data literacy'. Today's guest, Jordan Morrow, shared the episode on Linkedin sparking off some very interesting and even defensive responses from the data…
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65: Will Power BI's Reign last? w/ Patrick LeBlanc
Just a few years can be a lifetime in the data world, but there's reason to expect that PowerBI, which has already taken the business intelligence world by storm, is set up for at least a ten-year reign? Why is that? What do you need to know about PowerBI? That's exactly what today's guest…
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64: The Role of Exec & Expectation Mngt in Data Science w/ Heather Smith
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…
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63 : Do we Need a New Data Viz Language? w/ Raphael Branger
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…
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62: Cracking the Data Code w/ Mike Bugembe
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...
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61: How Techies can Stand out at Work during a Pandemic w/ Lewis Temares
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...
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60: Why is the 'Business' still missing in BI? w/ Cliff Alper
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...
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59: Keeping an Abundant Mindset during a Pandemic w/ Julie Cairns
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…
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58: Is it time to Check your Emotional Intelligence? w/ Jay Levin
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...
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56: 3 Clever Ways to Use Storytelling in Data Science w/ Kirk Borne
Free Data Storytelling Training Register before it sells out again! Our BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live Workshop new dates are finally available. Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of the workshop,...
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55: How to Build a Business Centric Data Use Case Framework w/ Lillian Pierson
Sponsor 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....
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54: How to become an Irreplaceable Data Consultant w/ Yves Mulkers
Free Data Storytelling Training Register before it sells out again! Our BI Data Storytelling Mastery Accelerator 3-Day Live Workshop new dates are finally available. Many BI teams are still struggling to deliver consistent, high-engaging analytics their users love. At the end of the workshop,...
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53: How to Set 'Realistic' User Expectations w/ Brent Warren
Free Data Storytelling Training 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,...
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52: Are Dashboards Dead? w/ Nick Caldwell
Free Data Storytelling Training Attend our FREE 'How to be the Chief Data Storyteller in your Org - Part 2 using our Analytics Design Guide' training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download the FREE 50-page Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [09:08] Key Quote: It's really changing how…
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51: How to Market Machine Learning to Execs w/ Kristen Kehrer
Free Data Storytelling Training Attend our FREE 'How to be the Chief Data Storyteller in your Org - Part 2 using our Analytics Design Guide' training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download the FREE 50-page Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [02:30] Extra Step: Why quality assurance…
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50: A Brand New Data Visualization Language w/ Dr. Jürgen Faisst
Free Data Storytelling Training Attend our FREE 'How to be the Chief Datastoryteller in your Org - Part 2 using our Analytics Design Guide' training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download the FREE 50-page Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [03:21] New Language, New Book for Reporting:...
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49: 3 Career Changing Habits for Analytics Leaders w/ Liza Layne
Free Data Storytelling Training Attend our FREE 'How to be the Chief Datastoryteller in your Org - Part 2 using our Analytics Design Guide' training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download the FREE 50-page Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [12:10] Programming Powers: Liza got into…
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48: How to Land an Incredible Data Role during Quarantine w/ Lillian Pierson
Free Data Storytelling Training Attend our FREE 'How to be the Chief Datastoryteller in your Org - Part 2 using our Analytics Design Guide' training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download the FREE 50-page Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [02:18] Three key takeaways and five free...
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47: Why you should STOP saying "Data Literacy" w/ Donald Farmer
Free Data Storytelling Training Attend our FREE 'How to be the Chief Datastoryteller in your Org - Part 2 using our Analytics Design Guide' training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download the FREE 50-page Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [04:00] Are you literate or illiterate? The...
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46: How to add Data Storytelling to your small Data Team w/ Mary Ann Prunier
Free Data Storytelling Training Register for three live training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download our FREE 50-page Analytics Design Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: [09:10] Mary Ann's BI Master Class—Three fundamental storytelling lessons [10:46] What is AliMed? Manufacturer…
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45: How Much is Bad Analytics Design Costing You? w/ Mico Yuk
Free Live Training Register for our upcoming live training at webinars.bidatastorytelling.com and download our FREE 50-page Analytics Design Guide! In this episode, you'll learn: Design is important. Just take a look at some of the Corona Virus visuals out there. In this fun, short episode I...
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44: Why are Data communities Important? w/ Allen Hillery
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...
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43: The Guerrilla Approach to your BI Strategy w/ Ankush D'Souza
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...
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42: Let's Practice: Storytelling with Data w/ Cole Knaflic
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...
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41: What to Expect in 2020! w/ Mico Yuk
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: [03:52] 10...
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40: Should data visualization work be outsourced? w/ Mustafa Mustafa
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…
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39: DataStory: Explain Data and Inspire Action Through Story w/ Nancy Duarte
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...
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Analytics on Fire is your backstage pass inside the enterprise data, analytics, AI, and business intelligence world. Join your host, global keynote speaker, author, coach, trainer, TV news commentator, and data community manager and leader, Mico Yuk, as she pulls back the curtain on what's working right now in the enterprise analytics, AI, and business intelligence world and what is not. You'll hear the inside scoop from experienced business leaders on how to plan, implement, and gain true business value from your analytics dollars. Visit analyticsonfire.com to subscribe and get weekly insights and freebies!
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Mico Yuk | Keynote Speaker, Author, Coach, TV News Commentator, Comm. Mgr
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