{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#50 Stop letting Excel choose your charts for you","description":"In this episode of Make Data Talk, Dr. Selena Fisk breaks down why \u201crecommended charts\u201d and default visualisations often hide the real story in your data... and what to do instead. You\u2019ll learn how Microsoft Excel\u2019s chart choices can unintentionally mislead your audience, distract from your message, or make insights harder to see, especially when you\u2019re presenting to leaders, clients, or time-poor teams. If you\u2019ve ever wondered: why your chart feels \u201ctechnically correct\u201d but still confusing what makes a chart persuasive, not just pretty how to avoid common Excel chart traps (hello, clutter and unnecessary complexity) \u2026this is for you. Selena shares practical rules of thumb for choosing visuals based on the question you\u2019re answering, not the chart type Excel serves up. Expect clear examples, quick decision prompts, and a simple framework you can apply immediately - whether you\u2019re building a board report, a dashboard, or a one-slide update for an audience. In this episode, you\u2019ll learn: The hidden bias baked into Excel\u2019s default chart recommendations A fast \u201cpurpose-first\u201d method for choosing better visuals How to make your charts clearer, calmer, and more convincing Perfect for team and business leaders, analysts, and anyone who wants their data to land with impact. Keywords: Excel charts, data visualisation, choosing the right chart, dashboard design, data storytelling, spreadsheet reporting, better charts in Excel, business reporting visuals, data communication ","author_name":"Make Data Talk","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/499438","html":"