Building Consensus for Data Science Integration | Dave Coughlin

On this episode of The Data Storytellers podcast, we delve into the critical aspects of data adoption and change management within organizations. We discuss the dynamics of subordinate and superordinate roles, the art of selling data science innovations, and the power of social proof and storytelling in driving data-driven change.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Laszlo and Dave

08:00 - Discussion on subordinate and superordinate roles in data science

17:35 - The role of persuasion and selling data science innovations

26:50 - Overcoming resistance to data-driven change

36:25 - Building consensus for data science integration

45:40 - The importance of social proof in data adoption

56:10 - Effective storytelling for data professionals

1:06:45 - Enhancing organizational impact with data

1:17:20 - Strategies for effective data communication

1:35:00 - Final thoughts and conclusions on data adoption and change management