DOBECOME A DATA SKEPTIC Dig into the results. Dig into the numbers, the connections, the sources – and ensure the analysis was done properly.

DON’TASSUME ANYTHINGData analytics is a science, but that doesn’t mean your results will always be right the first time. If you don’t question your analysis, you could miss out on valuable insights.

DOFOSTER A DATA-DRIVEN CULTUREEncourage analytics usage by providing opportunities for employees to learn about data literacy and by using the vocabulary in everyday communications.

DON’TTHINK IT WILL HAPPEN ONITS OWNPeople won’t embrace data if the organization doesn’t emphasize its importance. Creating a culture where data literacy can flourish starts at the top.

DOSEEK HELPFROM EXPERTSEstablish a strong network of data literate mentors and peers. Set up one-on-one meetings, and learn about their roles, their skills, and how you can follow intheir footsteps.

DON’TGO IT ALONEImproving your skills on your own time is critical, but don’t underestimate the wealth of data knowledge from people in your own organization. If you don’t reach out, you could miss out.

DOREAD, READ, AND READ SOME MORE

DON’TBE CARELESSIt’s imperative to transfer learned concepts into tangible work, but be thoughtful. Start by practicing your skills with data that’s already been analyzed, so you aren’t shooting in the dark.

DOBE BOLDAs you continually practice your new data skills, get creative. Try new ideas and experiment. Sometimes you’ll succeed, and sometimes you’ll fail – but you’ll learnfrom every opportunity.

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DON’TBE AFRAIDTO FAILThe fear of failure can cripple your creativity, your confidence, and your performance. Don’t hold yourself back when it comes to trying new data literacy skills.

DODEVELOP A CURIOUS MINDTake the initiative to find out what’s driving certain trends. Dig deeper to uncover a more complete understanding of your data. Always ask “Why?”

DON’TWAIT FOR INSPIRATIONThe key to success within data and analytics is curiosity. And you’ll never get the full picture if you’re just looking at the surface.

Data literacy is the ability to read, work with, analyze, and argue with data. And it’s an imperative for your business to stay ahead in today’s analytics economy. Discover what you should – and shouldn’t – do to become a master of data literacy.

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Take the time to study data literacy, analytics, and data skills to improve your analytical thinking. And make sure that what you’re reading is recent, so you aren’t studyingold news.

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