In this episode of the storytelling with data podcast, Simon and Amy tackle common presentation challenges submitted by subscribers to the storytelling with data YouTube channel.

They discuss how to turn complex analysis into a clear and engaging story, why storyboarding can help you structure your message before jumping into slides, and how to decide what to include—and what to leave out—when your analysis contains more detail than your audience needs.

Simon and Amy also explore practical strategies for presenting dashboards, balancing graphs and tables, preparing for tough questions, connecting with your audience, and managing nerves. Along the way, they share personal presentation mishaps, hard-earned lessons, and concrete tips for building confidence, reducing filler words, and delivering with greater clarity.

Whether you’re presenting to executives, clients, colleagues, or classmates, this episode offers practical guidance to help you plan, create, and deliver more effective presentations.

Related resources:

• Subscribe to the storytelling with data YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@storytellingwithdata

• Register for the May 14, 2026 virtual workshop: https://storytellingwithdata.com/workshops

• Use code Podcast10 for 10% off

• Book: storytelling with you: https://www.storytellingwithdata.com/books

• Podcast episode 86: speak so others listen: https://www.storytellingwithdata.com/confidentcommunication

• Podcast episode 46: the question of questions