Show Me the Data: Backing Your Claims with Research
Once upon a time, I wrote a post claiming that "90% of success is mindset."
Sounds great, right?
Except... I totally made up that statistic. Oops.
Lesson learned: if you want to be seen as an authority, you need to back up your claims.
But here's the cool part - research doesn't have to be boring!
I love to mix hard data with personal experience.
Ways to effectively use data:
- Cite reputable sources for statistics and claims
- Explain complex data in simple, relatable terms
- Use visuals like charts or infographics to illustrate data
- Balance data with real-life examples or case studies