In a world where data is the new oil, being able to understand, analyse and interpret it is a vital skill. As the saying goes, "knowledge is power," and in this case, data literacy is the key to unlocking that power. I argue that data literacy is as important to individual and organisational success as computer literacy, but unfortunately that is not a consensus view. For many organisations and their leaders, low data literacy is hampering their ability to make effective, data-driven decisions. What is the key to creating a data literate organisation and unlocking the true potential of your data? Who better to guide us through the many aspects of this question than data literacy expert Kevin Hanegan. Kevin is the Chief Learning Officer at Qlik and a renowned author of the books “Data Literacy in Practice” and “Turning Data into Wisdom”. In this episode of Leaders of Analytics, Kevin will be sharing invaluable insights and expertise from his books and his work at Qlik. Listen in as we explore: How data literacy can transform businesses, boost individual careers, and help us make better-informed decisionsPractical tips and strategies for developing data literacy skillsCommon misconceptions or challenges that hold people back from becoming data literate, and how to overcome theseHow to foster a data-driven culture within organisations, and much more.Kevin's website: https://www.kevinhanegan.com/ Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn. Learn more about the Data Literacy Project.

"Data Literacy in Practice" teaches readers to unlock the power of data for making smarter decisions. You'll learn how to understand and work with data, gain the ability to derive actionable insights, and develop the skills required for data-informed decision-making. What this Book will help me do Understand the basics of data literacy and the importance of data in decision-making. Learn to visualize data effectively using charts and graphs tailored to your audience. Master the application of the four-pillar model for organizational data literacy advancement. Develop proficiency in managing data environments and assessing data quality. Become competent in deriving actionable insights and critical questioning for better analysis. Author(s) Angelika Klidas and Kevin Hanegan are pioneers in the field of data literacy with extensive experience in data analytics. Both are seasoned educators at top universities and bring their expertise to this book to help readers understand and leverage the power of data. Who is it for? "Data Literacy in Practice" is ideal for data analysts, professionals, and teams looking to enhance their data literacy skills. Readers should have a desire to utilize data effectively in their roles, regardless of prior experience. The book is designed to guide both beginners starting out and those who aim to deepen their knowledge.