For many people, the word “SQL” evokes images of complex code, black screens filled with cryptic commands, and a skill set reserved only for programmers or IT specialists. It’s a powerful and pervasive myth that has stopped countless professionals from unlocking one of the most valuable tools in the data world. I’m here to tell … Read more
Why a Beautiful Dashboard is Useless with Bad Data In the world of business intelligence, there’s a common misconception that the magic happens in the final stages. We see brilliant, colorful dashboards, filled with interactive charts and compelling visuals, and we assume that’s where the real value is created. We admire the slick Power BI … Read more
Stop Viewing Your Dashboard as a Mirror. Start Using It as a Strategic Catalyst. Do you have a dashboard? You’ve got charts, metrics, percentages… Excellent. My congratulations on possessing the foresight to implement data collection and measurement. The reality is that a significant number of professionals do not reach this critical initial stage. However, I … Read more
It’s a statement I’ve heard countless times in my career as a Data Analyst. The moment Power BI comes up, someone inevitably says, “Oh, it’s just a better version of Excel, right?” I get it. They both come from Microsoft, they both handle data, and they both help you create visuals. But thinking of Power … Read more