"I accidentally turned a COVID hobby into a bestseller" / How to tap into the “x factor” of every great creator / Taha Ebrahimi, Director of Tableau Public EP 124

Hey Listener, Today, I introduce you to Taha Ebrahimi, the author and illustrator of the book "Street Trees of Seattle, an Illustrated Walking Guide."Taha's journey from Director at Tableau Public to an accidental author is filled with insights about curiosity, the power of storytelling, and the intersection of technology and nature.Chapters00:00 The Value of Curiosity and Exploration01:12 Introducing Taha Ibrahimi03:09 Taha's Eclectic Career Journey04:36 The Birth of a Book During COVID10:06 Challenges in Identifying Trees12:51 Combining Data and Drawing15:22 Validating Data with Field Work26:08 The Role of AI in Video Editing26:46 Empowerment Through Technology29:23 Cultural Significance of Trees30:50 The Unexpected Success of the Book33:10 The Power of Storytelling37:49 Curiosity and Data Visualization45:10 Exploring Seattle's Diverse Tree Collection46:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts47:56 Special Offer for Listeners This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.wayofproduct.com