John Varlow Training and Consultancy

08/09/2026

Free data storytelling taster session being delivered on 28th September 12-2pm. Get your tickets here:

22/08/2025

I’m really pleased to share the new training brochure for John Varlow | Training and Consultancy

When I started this work, my goal was simple: to help people feel more confident with research, data and analysis. Over the years I’ve seen so many bright and capable professionals hesitate when faced with numbers, analysis, or statistical jargon. My role is to take away that fear, make it clear, practical, and, when it can be, enjoyable.

One of the things I hear most often from participants is that my sessions feel different. They are not overloaded with equations or tied to the latest software fad. Instead, I focus on why we do things, not just the mechanics of how. That way the learning sticks and becomes useful across roles and sectors.

The courses are designed to be accessible for everyone, from administrators who want to feel confident interpreting reports, to analysts and clinicians working with data every day, right through to managers who need to understand results in order to make good decisions.

The new brochure brings all of this together, with courses covering:
- Research skills such as Critical Appraisal of Literature and Writing Research Proposals
- Statistics and analysis including Regression Methods and Models, Time Series Forecasting, and Statistical Process Control
- Communicating with data through sessions like Data Storytelling, Making Data Accessible, and Presenting to Multi-Professional Groups

I have delivered training with NHS organisations, universities, charities, government departments and international teams. A small selection of feedback from participants is given below:

“He has a wonderful ability to make complex subjects understandable, taking his audience on a journey they will always remember.”
“Engaging, funny and knowledgeable.”
“Really liked the way regression was broken down into stages with sense checks at each point – helped with understanding the why as well as the how.”

All of my training can be delivered face to face, online, pre recorded, or through interactive e learning (although time needs to be given for these to be built). Taster sessions are also available for teams who want to try things out first.

You can view the new brochure here:

https://www.johnvarlow.com/offering/training-services/training-brochure

If your team is looking to gain confidence in working with data and make better use of it in daily practice, I would love to talk. It's time to unleash the power of your data!

Latest Training Brochure

14/05/2024

Found a recent interview that I gave when accepting a Yorkshire Prestige Award for best Training and Consultancy business 2023/24.

We invited winners in our North England Prestige Awards 2023/24 to Blackwell Grange Hotel on the 27th February 2024 to meet the judges and celebrate their Win.

29/01/2024

In the age of data-driven decision-making, the ability to communicate insights effectively has become a paramount skill, and our “Data Storytelling – Demystified” course is designed to equip you with the expertise to excel.

Why is data storytelling important? It transcends the traditional boundaries of data analysis by providing a framework to transform raw data into narratives that connect with diverse audiences. Whether you are an analyst aiming to make a lasting impression or an organisational leader navigating the complexities of data interpretation, this course offers you a strategic advantage.

Proficiency in data storytelling extends beyond personal career development; it has now become a prerequisite for organisational success. Decision-makers who are often inundated with data, seek individuals capable of distilling complex information into coherent and compelling narratives, helping to facilitate informed decision-making processes.

Our “Data Storytelling – Demystified Course” is meticulously structured to guide participants through the stages of transforming data into narratives that have impact. From crafting compelling narrative arcs to leveraging different visualisation techniques, this course ensures that you emerge with a robust toolkit to navigate the ever-changing data landscape.

Join Huw Davies and John Varlow on this transformative journey and unlock the potential to become an expert data storyteller – a skill set that will distinguish you as an invaluable asset in today's data-driven landscape.

Discover the secrets of Data Storytelling in an online event that unravels the art of weaving compelling narratives with data

22/01/2024

Please have a read of my latest blog " The Imperative of Data Literacy in a Digital Age"

Any comments welcome.....

The Imperative of Data Literacy in a Digital Age There is no underestimating the importance of data. Data provides organisations with insights that can drive strategic decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and encourage innovation. Organisations know their data is important, and often put

21/11/2023

Worth posting again......

29/08/2023

Have you ever struggled with a subject in school and wished you'd had had someone to help you?

Maybe you want to improve your children's grades and help them learn new skills?

Or perhaps you are an adult learner who just wants to pick up some new knowledge and expand your skills?

John Varlow | Training and Consultancy has always offered bespoke training but has also delivered online tutoring services for the last 5 years. We are now offering online tutoring services for the next academic year. This is part of our overall training and consultancy offering, providing students with the support they need to succeed.

Online tutoring is now commonplace, and means that physical location is unimportant. It has the advantage of being able to record sessions that can be used by students when revising, or other learners to refresh their memory of what has been learned . The use of interactive whiteboards provides a great learning experience, and whiteboards can also be saved for later use.

Don't miss this opportunity to boost your knowledge, grades and confidence with a private tutor who cares about your success. Contact John Varlow | Training and Consultancy today to book a free introductory session and find out how we can help you, or your child, to achieve your potential.

Learn more about the benefits of these services, and see recommendations from others at https://www.johnvarlow.com/offering/tutoring-services.

01/06/2023