Studies show that 90% of the information processed by the brain is visual. Many professionals struggle to effectively communicate data insights. Reports and dashboards may be filled with valuable information, but without a clear narrative, decision-makers often fail to see the full picture. Mastering data storytelling allows you to turn numbers into compelling narratives that captivate decision-makers and drive sales. Whether you work in B2B or B2C sales, marketing, business development, or leadership, mastering the art of data storytelling is a game-changer.



Master Data Storytelling for B2B & B2C Sales
This course is part of multiple programs.


Instructors: João Freitas
Access provided by New York State Department of Labor
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What you'll learn
Analyze sales and customer data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for growth.
Design engaging data visualizations that clarify complex insights and enhance understanding.
Develop storytelling frameworks to craft persuasive narratives that influence sales decisions and strategies.
Leverage data-driven insights to optimize sales performance and improve customer relationships in both B2B and B2C contexts.
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this course, you’ll master the art of data storytelling to drive sales and business growth. Through hands-on experience with sales data analysis, customer insights, and data visualization tools, you’ll learn to craft persuasive narratives that captivate clients, executives, and teams. You’ll build compelling data-driven sales presentations, apply storytelling frameworks for B2B and B2C audiences, and transform complex data into actionable strategies that influence decision-making and boost revenue.
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2 videos1 reading
In this module, you’ll learn to turn sales data into persuasive stories tailored to B2B and B2C audiences. You’ll explore how to adapt narratives for different stakeholders, use CRM tools to analyze customer behavior and market trends, and avoid common interpretation errors. Through hands-on activities, real-world examples, and practice quizzes, you’ll build the skills to create impactful data stories that drive engagement and influence sales outcomes.
What's included
8 videos2 readings2 assignments2 peer reviews1 discussion prompt
In this module, you’ll learn to design clear, impactful sales data visualizations, choose the right formats, and simplify complex insights. You’ll explore ways to avoid cognitive biases, use CRM tools like HubSpot to create compelling reports, and apply storytelling frameworks to influence CEOs, marketers, and customers. The module ends with a capstone project to analyze sales performance and propose a data-driven strategy.
What's included
9 videos2 readings2 assignments3 peer reviews1 discussion prompt
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