#59 - Harnessing the Potential of Visualisation: From Aspiration to Action in Data Analytics
Lisema Matsietsi CDFA, PD(SA), M.Inst.D, MCom
Professional Board Member || Author || IT Business Strategy || Founder & Managing Director: Being An Analyst || Chartered Development Finance Analyst ||
Words of Gratitude
Editors Note by Lisema Matsietsi
We have been exposed to a lot of visualisation practices that promised us success through positive thinking. Although some of us are not in agreement with positive thinking, there might still be meat for us before we throw away the bones. This led us to question the role of visualisation practices in data analysis. Although we don't create vision boards (As written in The Secrets), we believe that it is valuable to collectively think (mentally visualise) about what we want to achieve before we start analysing the data and visualising in using business intelligence (BI). This is crucial because mental visualisation enables analysts to translate their aspirations into actions, tackle complexity with clarity, and produce meaningful outcomes. Whether you are a beginner starting your analytical journey or an experienced professional aiming to enhance your skills, using mental visualisation as a strategic tool can help you unlock the full potential of your data and turn your dreams into reality. I know you will enjoy this edition. Let us meet again this coming Monday for another exciting newsletter.
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