1. Define your goal.
Before you start visualizing your data or making a dashboard, make sure you can clearly explain what your goal is. In most cases, you probably don’t want to make a data visualization just for the sake of it. Some questions to consider before you start designing your viz include:
- What questions do you want to answer?
- Why do you want to make a data visualization or dashboard?
- What purpose will your viz or dashboard serve?
- What is your goal?