Jenna Jordan • 6/30/2025

The librarian’s reference interview for data teams

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This article explores how data analysts and teams can adopt the 'reference interview' methodology used by librarians to clarify vague stakeholder requests, identify true information needs, and manage an overwhelming influx of ad-hoc data queries. It provides practical scenarios and strategies for improving communication and project prioritization within data teams.

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