79: Behind the Scenes – Creating two Epic Dataviz Templates w/ Raquel Seville and Anna Ria

04/09/21 • 45 min

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 Anna Ria, our very own Head of Design and well-known BI Data Storytelling Accelerator trainer. In the first part, you’ll hear from Raquel, as she explains how she used our BI Data Storytelling Framework to transform a 271-page annual report into a simple, insightful Power BI Stock Dashboard template that got a thumbs-up from the company’s CEO on social media.

Then, we jump into part two with Anna, as she shares the unique inspiration behind our now-famous Analytics Design Guide template and why she believes it became one of the most downloaded templates in BI Brainz history, with over 600 downloads in the first 48 hours!

In this episode, you'll learn:

[0:05:33] What Raquel has learned as a woman in a male-dominated industry.
[0:06:10] How she built a single view dashboard from a 271-page annual report by focusing on a clear goal.
[0:10:16] Raquel’s idea to create the Stock Data Viz Template, a free Power BI Dashboard.
[0:28:27] What the Analytics Design Guide (or ADG) actually is: a set of guidelines that anybody can use.
[0:30:46] Who will benefit from using the ADG, from novices to dashboard wizards!
[0:34:08] How ADG can help users that are “over creative” by honing in on specific areas.
[0:35:10] The story-driven analytics that drive the ADG and why Anna believes that storytelling is crucial for success.
For full show notes, and the links mentioned visit: https://bibrainz.com/podcast/79 Enjoyed the Show? Please leave us a review on iTunes.

In this episode, you'll learn:

[0:05:33] What Raquel has learned as a woman in a male-dominated industry.
[0:06:10] How she built a single view dashboard from a 271-page annual report by focusing on a clear goal.
[0:10:16] Raquel’s idea to create the Stock Data Viz Template, a free Power BI Dashboard.
[0:28:27] What the Analytics Design Guide (or ADG) actually is: a set of guidelines that anybody can use.
[0:30:46] Who will benefit from using the ADG, from novices to dashboard wizards!
[0:34:08] How ADG can help users that are “over creative” by honing in on specific areas.
[0:35:10] The story-driven analytics that drive the ADG and why Anna believes that storytelling is crucial for success.
For full show notes, and the links mentioned visit: https://bibrainz.com/podcast/79 Enjoyed the Show? Please leave us a review on iTunes.

Previous Episode

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 connected in 2008, when he was seeking help with a visualization tool called Xcelsius. In this knowledge bomb filled episode, Trevor shares his thoughts on what sets great data analysts apart, his framework ‘VTAC’ for impactful data analysis, and how to approach making an impression when applying for positions in data!

Trevor makes a number of really important points around understanding the business of data, what the role of an analyst truly is, and what goes into the mindset of a rock star in the space! We unpack indispensable parts of the relationships that make up the work of a data consultant, and our guest talks about getting to grips with a user's vision and their 'why'. Trevor also talks about the recent BIDS Accelerator class that he attended and the lessons he has already started implementing from that! Make sure to stay tuned to the end to hear about the amazing raffle that Trevor is hosting for listeners and how you can enter to win!

In this episode, you'll learn:

[0:12:00] Trevor's basic definition of the role of a data analyst and what it means to be a rockstar!
[0:15:02] The importance of understanding the business of data and the value of business insights.
[0:18:20] Unpacking Trevor's VTAC process: vision, translation, action, change and how to use it for delivery mode
For full show notes, and the links mentioned visit: https://bibrainz.com/podcast/78 Enjoyed the Show? Please leave us a review on iTunes.

Next Episode

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 transformation.

In this episode, you'll learn:

[0:09:12] What Rick learned from dropping out of MIT / Harvard.
[0:19:39] How automation and analysis can lead to conversations with leadership.
[0:21:38] Knowledge Bomb: How to get started with adding the human element and Rick's recommendations for useful books on consultative selling.
[0:39:02] Knowledge Bomb: First sell your ignorance, then sell your expertise later!
For full show notes, and the links mentioned visit: https://bibrainz.com/podcast/80 Enjoyed the Show? Please leave us a review on iTunes.