This practical, interactive session teaches participants how to create high-impact visuals in Excel that do more than just look good—they communicate meaning.We’ll explore how to combine column and line charts, apply variance markers, and incorporate icons like traffic lights for visual alerts. You’ll also learn to use SmartArt and dynamic labels that adapt as your data changes. These techniques help your reports come alive, whether you’re tracking progress, highlighting risks, or summarising trends.The session emphasises real-world use and simplicity. You’ll walk away with ready-to-use skills that make your reports stand out—without needing to become an Excel expert.Areas Covered Creating combined column and line chartsAdding variance markers and custom data labelsUsing traffic light icons inside or beside chartsConditional formatting for visual alertsEnhancing charts with SmartArt elementsDesigning visuals for storytelling and insightDashboards an Pivot tablesTips for making reports presentation-readyAvoiding common charting mistakes in ExcelWho Should Attend Project ManagersOperations LeadsAnalysts and Report WritersExecutive AssistantsHR and Admin ProfessionalsTrainers and EducatorsMarketing and Sales CoordinatorsAnyone who presents data visually in their workWhy Should You Attend If your reports get skimmed, misunderstood, or ignored, the problem might not be your numbers—it could be how you’re showing them.When colleagues can’t instantly see the key takeaways, they miss what’s important. And if you’re spending hours formatting, explaining your visuals, or fielding “Can you just walk me through this?” emails… you’re working too hard.Join this session and learn:How to combine chart types to tell a clear story.When and how to use visual alerts like traffic lights.How to make your charts dynamic and self-updating.We’ll help you ditch bland charts and build visuals that speak for themselves—whether you’re presenting to execs, colleagues, or clients. Clear visuals = faster decisions.Topic BackgroundWorkplace reporting is often chaotic—dense tables, clashing visuals, and charts that raise more questions than answers. In an era of data overload, clarity is everything. The ability to present data visually in a way that communicates the right message, quickly and effectively, is a skill every professional needs.This webinar addresses a widespread challenge: turning raw Excel data into engaging, easy-to-interpret visuals. Many users know how to enter data but struggle to present it in a polished, professional way. This session offers techniques that anyone can use to tell a story through charts, icons, and formatting—no advanced formulas required.