Think Deeply, Speak Simply

Brought to you by Prezent

In this episode of Think Deeply, Speak Simply, host Rajat Mishra (CEO, Prezent) sits down with Brent Dykes, data storytelling pioneer, author of Effective Data Storytelling, and founder of AnalyticsHero. Brent has helped companies like Nike, Microsoft, and Adobe transform raw data into compelling narratives that inspire action.

Discover why data alone doesn't drive change—but stories built on data do. Learn how to go beyond dashboards and reports to deliver insights that spark decisions, influence leaders, and create those elusive "aha moments."

Learn:

• Why numbers fail to inspire without context or story

• How to craft data stories that drive clarity and influence decisions

• The three pillars of Effective Data Storytelling: data, narrative, and visuals

• Practical tips for avoiding "data dumps" and turning analysis into impact

• How AI and the future of analytics will amplify the need for storytelling

Brent shares powerful insights and actionable strategies for leaders, analysts, and communicators who want to bridge the gap between data and influence. So they can truly think deeply and speak simply.

Connect with Brent:

Website: https://analyticshero.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentdykes/

Buy His Book, Effective Data Storytelling, on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.in/Effective-Data-Storytelling-Narrative-Visuals/dp/1119615712