Data Dreamers are still in the beginning stages

of data literacy, having recognized the benefits

of working with data in their current roles.

They need foundational learning in data and analysis as

well as critical and analytical thinking. They can then
build on this foundation with skills in advanced analytical
concepts, visualization and storytelling.
 Learning resources for Data Dreamers

Target Skillset Desired Outcomes Learning Resources

Ensure foundational skills in data

Data Literacy • FREE online courses at qlik.com/GetDataLiterate
and analytics are in place.

Develop skills within critical

• Video: Decision Intelligence with Cassie Kozyrkov
and analytical thinking
Mindset • Book: “The Demon-Haunted World—Science as a
Develop skills within
Candle in the Dark”
decision literacy

Study of leadership principles • Book: “First, Break All the Rules”

and development
Leadership • Book: “How to Win Friends and Influence People”
Learn own weaknesses
and develop skills • Book: “Drive”

Learn and develop beginning skills

• Public speaking course/book
within data vocabulary and fluency
Communication Develop the ability to
• Book: “How to Win Friends and Influence People”
communicate plans and thoughts • Book: “Talk Like TED”
regarding data

Begin study of statistics and

Statistic and analytical concepts and trends • Instructor-Led Learning: Foundation of Data Analytics
analytical skills (more information at qlik.com/GetDataLiterate)
Study basic knowledge and
understanding of analytics • Podcast: “Data Skeptic”

• Book: “Naked Statistics”

• Book: “The Signal and the Noise: Why So Many Predictions Fail –
Develop beginner skills and But Some Don’t”
Coding understanding with regard
to coding • Book: “Factfulness” by Hans Rosling

• Qlik Continuous Classroom Tracks: Business Analyst, Data

Develop beginning skills
Continuous learning in visualization building
on visualization and
storytelling Learn basic charts and their
purposes
Architect and System Administrator
• Book: “The Story Factor: Inspiration, Influence, and Persuasion
through the Art of Storytelling”
• Book: “Resonate: Present Visual Stories that Transform
Audiences”

Other • Blogs, webinars and resources: qlik.com/DataLiteracy

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