Create Excel charts that visually communicate variance in results.
Professionals who communicate variance in results to executives and other stakeholders can improve their presentations and reports using visuals instead of a table of numbers. This course teaches practical techniques to create different charts in Excel to communicate variance.
Participants will learn to visualize the difference between actual and expected results using tailored chart types, integrate explanatory labels, and apply techniques to highlight decision-driving insights. From basic bar charts to advanced waterfall visuals, the course emphasizes crafting message-centric chart titles, aligning with executive expectations, and using built-in Excel functions to enhance automation and readability. Whether for presentations or reports, this training equips learners with the skills to present data variances confidently and impactfully.
Dave Paradi has been recognized by the media and his clients as a presentation expert. He has authored ten books on effective PowerPoint presentations and his ideas have appeared in publications around the world. Dave is one of fewer than ten people in North America recognized by Microsoft with the Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for his contributions to the PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams communities. His articles and videos on virtual presenting have been viewed over 3.5 million times and liked over 14,000 times on YouTube. He is a highly rated conference speaker and has delivered more than 500 customized training sessions around the world in the last 23 years.
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