Not every piece of data needs to be told as a story

What makes some data visualizations compelling while others fall flat? Pulling lessons from rhetoric, media studies, cognitive science, alongside personal experiences, we will explore the nuances of effective dataviz.We will examine when "storytelling" enhances data and when it detracts from the message. Join this talk to expand your dataviz toolkit and learn more about making informed micro-decisions in the creation process, whether for workplace projects or passion projects.