# Data Storytelling

> Transform data into compelling narratives using visualization, context, and persuasive structure. Use when presenting analytics to stakeholders, creating data reports, or building executive presentations.

- Skill: `dokhacgiakhoa/data-storytelling` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 20 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add dokhacgiakhoa/data-storytelling`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/dokhacgiakhoa/data-storytelling/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Data & Analytics
- Author: Dokhacgiakhoa (https://skillmd.com/u/dokhacgiakhoa)
- Updated: 2026-09-09
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/dokhacgiakhoa/data-storytelling

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# Data Storytelling

Transform raw data into compelling narratives that drive decisions and inspire action.

## Do not use this skill when

- The task is unrelated to data storytelling
- You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

## Instructions

- Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
- Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
- Provide actionable steps and verification.
- If detailed examples are required, open `resources/implementation-playbook.md`.

## Use this skill when

- Presenting analytics to executives
- Creating quarterly business reviews
- Building investor presentations
- Writing data-driven reports
- Communicating insights to non-technical audiences
- Making recommendations based on data

## Core Concepts

## 🧠 Knowledge Modules (Fractal Skills)

### 1. [1. Story Structure](./sub-skills/1-story-structure.md)
### 2. [2. Narrative Arc](./sub-skills/2-narrative-arc.md)
### 3. [3. Three Pillars](./sub-skills/3-three-pillars.md)
### 4. [Framework 1: The Problem-Solution Story](./sub-skills/framework-1-the-problem-solution-story.md)
### 5. [Framework 2: The Trend Story](./sub-skills/framework-2-the-trend-story.md)
### 6. [Framework 3: The Comparison Story](./sub-skills/framework-3-the-comparison-story.md)
### 7. [EMEA](./sub-skills/emea.md)
### 8. [APAC](./sub-skills/apac.md)
### 9. [Technique 1: Progressive Reveal](./sub-skills/technique-1-progressive-reveal.md)
### 10. [Technique 2: Contrast and Compare](./sub-skills/technique-2-contrast-and-compare.md)
### 11. [Technique 3: Annotation and Highlight](./sub-skills/technique-3-annotation-and-highlight.md)
### 12. [Template 1: Executive Summary Slide](./sub-skills/template-1-executive-summary-slide.md)
### 13. [Template 2: Data Story Flow](./sub-skills/template-2-data-story-flow.md)
### 14. [Template 3: One-Page Dashboard Story](./sub-skills/template-3-one-page-dashboard-story.md)
### 15. [Headlines That Work](./sub-skills/headlines-that-work.md)
### 16. [Transition Phrases](./sub-skills/transition-phrases.md)
### 17. [Handling Uncertainty](./sub-skills/handling-uncertainty.md)
### 18. [Do's](./sub-skills/dos.md)
### 19. [Don'ts](./sub-skills/donts.md)