Episode Details

• This episode focuses on showing rather than just talking about a graph
• First, ask if the chosen graph type (line, bar, stacked bar, etc.) is the best fit
• Decide on the emotion you want to evoke in your target audience (surprise, outrage, curiosity, etc.)
• For this example, the goal is to create curiosity and encourage the decision-maker to ask questions
• To simplify and clean up a graph, remember LLC: Lines, Labels, and Colors
  • Lines: Remove unnecessary lines, including grid lines, to reduce visual clutter
  • Labels: Simplify labels on the X and Y axes, remove data labels, and label data directly when possible
  • Colors: Use consistent coloring on the graph and labels
• These steps make the graph more persuasive and easier to understand quickly

Check out the one-page PDF for a visual representation of these tips.

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