What do you do? I love getting that question, but it’s often just as interesting to hear others describe what it is they think I do. Some people think it’s about helping people speak to large groups or designing presentations. Some think it’s about the news graphics and charts that can be found in USA Today or Newsweek. Some think it’s about sketching or brainstorming new ideas. In some ways, it is pieces of all of those things and much more. Of course, the visual thinkers get it right away. They have experienced the power of using visualization for many applications. I say:
“I teach people how to solve problems and communicate better using the visual arts”
Specifically, I gather the best people in the industry, people like Karl Gude, Jock Mackinlay, Noah Iliinsky, and Jamie Nast to help you solve your problems and sell your ideas. Through teaching, outsourcing, coaching, referrals, and speaking, I’ll bring together the best people from across the world for your needs based on your topic, culture, stakeholders, and desired outcomes.
In the upcoming posts, I’ll be writing a series of posts that dive deeper into many of the questions and issues that this poses:
Is this really magic? or is there real value here?
What’s going on in the industry?
What approaches exist?
Is there any proof that this stuff really works?
What resources are available?
How do I get started?
What if I don’t know how to draw?
Isn’t this just about pretty pictures? Is there actually any substance?
I’m looking forward to writing on these and many more topics, but I’m even more looking forward to your feedback and input. Do you know of something interesting going on in the visualization field? Do you have an interesting post, product, or idea? Let me know!