looking ahead with intention
A new year is an ideal time to set clear intentions and invest in skill development. If communicating more effectively with data is one of your priorities, Cole shares a number of ways to learn with SWD.
at year’s end, a fermata
As we hold here at year’s end in this moment of reflection, we’re feeling grateful for the challenges, the connections, the people, and the progress we’ve made.
interesting data is probably wrong
Surprising data isn’t always insightful—it’s often just wrong. A quick lesson in humility, timestamps, and Twyman’s Law.
mind the gap: how to represent partial data
When sharing data for an incomplete reporting period, being deliberate about context will avoid confusion. Read how to take care to differentiate between complete and incomplete information with thoughtful design changes.
celebrating a decade of storytelling with data
The 10th anniversary edition of storytelling with data is here—with refreshed examples, new insights, and a live celebration event you won’t want to miss!
when bars win—and when lines do
Bars and lines may seem simple—but knowing when to use which is where the magic happens. See two makeovers from our new book that reveal how design choices can sharpen your message.
when decluttering isn’t enough
Decluttering a visual is an important first step—but it’s not the last. In this post, we explore how refining beyond redundant elements and default settings can reveal the real story your data is trying to tell.
calling all superfans…
Introducing a special superfan program to help promote the 10th anniversary edition of storytelling with data. Join the team and earn exclusive perks.
the audience will tell you
When communicating data, your audience decides how to show your data. See how this core principle helps Alex design one of the makeovers from storytelling with data: before & after.