Leila Gharani – Excel Pivot Table Essentials – Basics to Mastery

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Overwhelmed by endless rows of data?

Introducing…

Pivot Table Essentials

An online course that guides you step-by-step, so you can easily organize, analyze, and create impressive reports with confidence.

Stop manually sorting and filtering your spreadsheets.

Even forget about writing complicated formulas.

This course will teach you to use Excel Pivot Tables to quickly summarize data and find trends.

You’ll be able to create engaging dashboards that update with ONE click.

The course is suitable for beginners, as well as heavy Excel users.

Most important: The course is built around real-world projects.

Course Highlights:

• 8 hours of video lessons
• 70+ practice files & templates
• Real-life scenarios you can use in your work
• BONUS Cheat Sheets & Guides for fast learning
• LIFETIME Access so you never feel rushed
• English Closed Captions (created by a professional typist)

Pivot Table Essentials will teach you the basics, all the way to Pivot Table mastery

… while helping you avoid the crucial mistakes most courses don’t mention.

Even if you’ve never created a Pivot Table before.

Even if you’re constantly dealing with messy data.

Even if you’ve struggled with Pivot Tables in the past.

And even if you’re busy.

Whether You’re:

✔️ A busy professional who needs to analyze large data sets fast. And you don’t want to rely on complex formulas.

✔️ A team leader or manager who wants to improve reports for better decision-making.

✔️ An Excel user, stuck in manual tasks. You want to automate your workflow and save hours.

✔️ A data analyst eager to boost your skills. You’re ready to learn advanced techniques to save you time and frustration.

You’ll Walk Away from Pivot Table Essentials with:

1. Mastery of Excel Pivot Tables
From the basics to advanced techniques, you’ll learn how to summarize, analyze, and report data like a pro. This includes creating interactive dashboards.

2. Time-Saving Skills and Automation
Discover time-saving shortcuts you wished you knew sooner.

3. Reduced Stress When Handling Data
Our lessons cover real-life scenarios, so you’ll be equipped to apply what you learn at work – no more stress when a new project lands on your desk.

Don’t Settle for Less

We don’t want you to just think you’ve learned Pivot Tables, only to get stuck when you go back to work and face messy data.

Our goal is to help you succeed and feel confident using Pivot Tables in any real-world situation.

We’ll guide you step-by-step and highlight common mistakes. This way, you can avoid errors and handle data challenges easily.

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It – See Results Fast

Thousands of professionals just like you have transformed their careers with our courses.

And the best part? You’ll see results right from the first module.

Still unsure? Here’s why this course is unlike any other:

• Comprehensive: We cover everything that’s important. We know you’re busy. We get to the point fast.
• Hands-On Learning: With quizzes, challenges, and real-world exercises, you won’t just watch – you’ll do. Master the skills by putting them into practice and see real progress through active learning.
• Expert Instruction: Learn from a seven-time Microsoft MVP and 2023’s Most Influential Professional in the Excel Industry. With years of experience and countless clients supported, you’re learning from the best.

Ready to Level Up Your Excel Skills?

Pivot Tables are a game changer – and now’s the time to master them.

In minutes, you’ll turn messy data into clear insights. You’ll save hours and get the recognition you deserve at work.

Taught by one of the most trusted Excel instructors online

After 15 years in corporate and 10 years consulting and teaching clients, I know the pain points of working with data and multiple spreadsheets.

Not only do you have to be fast with your analysis, but you also need to be confident in your results. Let’s not forget, it has to be mistake-free and well-presented.

Pivot Tables have been my go-to tool for transforming complex spreadsheets into clear, actionable insights.

Whether you’re a beginner or ready to get into advanced techniques, I’m here to help you master Pivot Tables and save hours of work – just like I’ve helped thousands of others do.

– Leila

Your 12-Step Roadmap to Pivot Table Mastery
 
If Excel has ever made you doubt your abilities, you’re not alone.

Go through the steps in the course and soon you’ll find yourself mastering more than just Pivot Tables.

Your Key to Success with Pivot Tables

Excel Pivot Tables aren’t just a feature – they’re the key to turning data into decisions, FAST.

Here’s why you need this skill:

• Turn Data into Decisions: Pivot Tables make it easy to turn raw data into clear insights. You’ll make smarter choices, faster.
• Save Time, Work Smarter: Automate your reports with Pivot Tables. Free up hours for tasks that matter.
• Spot Hidden Trends: Discover patterns and insights others miss, giving you a competitive edge in any analysis.
• Boost Your Career: Employers love data experts. Mastering Pivot Tables makes you stand out and opens doors to new opportunities.
• Create Reports That Impress: Design reports that are not only polished but packed with insights your team needs.

In today’s data-driven world, mastering Pivot Tables isn’t optional – it’s essential.

Ready to Get Started?

Click “Get Access” now to start mastering Pivot Tables. The sooner you begin, the sooner you’ll start creating reports that others find impossible.

“But Leila, Why Learn from You?”

You have plenty of options for learning about Excel Pivot Tables, so why enroll in our new course?

For starters, as with all our courses, you’ll benefit from our XelPlus 3 pillars of teaching.

Pillar 1 – We Speak Plain English

We don’t use jargon or “smart sounding” words when simple words will do. We start with the easy stuff to get you hooked. Then, you can go deeper.

We don’t scare you away by showing you the nerdy details right out of the gate.

Pillar 2 – We Give You Real World Examples

Pivot Tables are more than just tools – they’re solutions to real-world business problems.

Our course focuses on practical applications that you can use in your everyday work. We ask the tough questions:

• “Is there a better way?”
• “Can you avoid this mistake from the start?”
• “What’s the next step after this?”

We bring industry experience into the course, using examples that mirror the challenges you face at work.

Pillar 3 – We Show You the Big Picture

I’m the type who needs to see how everything fits together.

That’s why this course goes beyond just teaching you how to create Pivot Tables.

You’ll learn to combine your knowledge so you can create dynamic dashboards in minutes.

We introduce you to Power Pivot and Power Query, connecting basic Pivot Tables to Excel’s advanced power tools.

This holistic approach ensures that you not only master a single skill but also understand how Pivot Tables integrate into the larger data analysis process in Excel.

Here’s Your Learning Path

Check out the detailed curriculum below. Notice any topics that catch your eye?

Where would you like to start your learning journey?

Pivot Table Success Essentials
How to Succeed with This Course
Download Files & Templates
Looking for a Specific Topic? Use the Transporter!
What is a Pivot Table? How Can it Help You?
How to Use the Platform for Best Learning Experience

Section 1: Pivot Table Basics & Must-Knows
How to Create a Pivot Table in Excel
Filters, Columns & Hierarchies in Pivot Tables
Format Numbers the Right Way (Plus Dynamic Formatting!)
Rename Headings, Totals & Items in Pivot Tables
How to Drill Down a Pivot Table to Show Detailed Data
Show / Hide Totals & Subtotals
Pivot Table Layout to Separate Fields into Columns
Repeat Labels vs. Merge & Center Labels
Quiz – Basics Part 1
Pivot Table Style to Fit Your Reports
Create Multiple Pivot Tables
Delete / Move Pivot Tables
Auto-Create Pivot Tables for Each Item
Print to PDF – Useful Layout Choices
Add Slicers to Pivot Tables
Connect, Disconnect Slicers from Pivot Tables
Stop Pivot Table Columns From Resizing
GETPIVOTDATA – Reference Pivot Table with Formulas
Quiz – Basics Part 2
Challenge – Mastering Pivot Tables Must-Knows
Solution – Mastering Pivot Table Must-Knows
Key Takeaways

Section 2: Refresh Data Without Issues
Intro to Refresh & Best Practices
How to Refresh a Pivot Table (Shortcut & Autorefresh)
Pivot Table Not Showing All Data
Using Tables as Data Source (Best Practice)
Slicer or Pivot Table Showing Deleted Items
How to Verify Pivot Tables Are Up to Date
Challenge – Refresh Not Working
Solution – Refresh Not Working
Copying Pivot Tables Between Workbooks
Quiz 3
Key Takeaways

Section 3: Essential Pivot Table Settings
Intro to Essential Pivot Table Settings
Helpful Pivot Table Fields Pane Settings
Set a Default Pivot Table Layout
Format Empty Cells in Pivot Tables
Grouping Items
Quiz 4
Key Takeaways

Section 4: Create Pivot Charts to Visualize Data
Intro to Pivot Charts
Bar Pivot Charts with Slicers
Pie & Doughnut Pivot Charts with Grouping
Adding Grand Totals to Pivot Charts
Challenge – Stacked Column Pivot Chart
Solution – Stacked Column Pivot Chart
Quiz 5
Key Takeaways

Section 5: Master Working with Dates
Intro to Date Handling in Pivot Tables
Group Dates by Months, Quarters or Weeks
Add a Timeline to Pivot Report
Pivot Tables NOT Recognizing Dates
Add Fiscal Years to Pivot Tables
Sort by Fiscal Months (Slicers & Pivot Tables)
Challenge – Fix the Problem (Dates Not Grouping)
Solution – Fix the Problem (Dates Not Grouping)
Quiz 6
Key Takeaways

Section 6: Pivot Table Calculations Made Easy
Formulas in Pivot Tables – Three Types
Beware: Numbers Counted Instead of Summed
Add Calculated Field (Formula) to Pivot Table
Edit / Delete Calculated Fields
Challenge: Calculate Profit Margin
Remove #DIV/0! Error in Pivot Table
Calculate Average for Calculated Field
Calculate Percentage of Column / Row / Parent Total
Show Values as Running Total
Calculate Rank
Calculate Change – Difference From (Previous Period)
Challenge – Help HR with Calculations
Solution – Help HR with Calculations
Quiz 7
Key Takeaways

Section 7: Filter and Sort Data Like a Pro
Sorting Options in Pivot Tables
Custom Sorting Slicer Items
Filter Options & Multiple Filters
Filter Top / Bottom Values (Percent, Sum)
Include Filtered Items in Totals
Challenge – Filter and Sort
Solution – Filter and Sort
Quiz 8
Key Takeaways

Section 8: Advanced Formatting & Custom Design
Conditional Formatting in Pivot Tables
Data Bars in Pivot Tables
Custom Number Formatting (Cool Tricks)
Designing a Professional Pivot Table (Clean & Sleek)
Challenge – Heatmap (Color Scales in Pivot Tables)
Solution – Heatmap (Color Scales in Pivot Tables)
Quiz 9
Key Takeaways

Section 9: Design Interactive Dashboards 
Interactive Excel Dashboard – Intro
Excel Dashboard with ONE Click Update 

Section 10: Clean and Prep Your Data FAST 
Intro to Data Cleaning for Pivot Tables 
Fill in Data Gaps – Repeat First Item 
Delete Empty Rows Quickly 
Delete Subtotals and Totals Quickly 
Power Query to Easily Clean Data 
Helpful Settings in Power Query 
Split Combined Data into Rows 
Move Data from Columns to Rows (Unpivot)
Reorganize Multiple Headers into Columns 
Challenge: Solve a Real-World Data Analysis Problem 
Quiz 10 
Key Takeaways 

Section 11: Combine Data from Multiple Tables 
Combine Multiple Tables to One Pivot Table (Append vs. Merge) 
Pivot Table from Multiple Tables (Append) 
Consolidate All Excel Sheets in ONE Pivot Table 
Merge Tables for a Pivot Table (Power Query) 
Create Relationships with Data Model for One Pivot Table 
Power Query or Power Pivot? How to Use Both Together 
Add Data to Data Model: Advantages 
Quiz 11 
Key Takeaways 

Section 12: Use AI & Copilot to Build Pivot Tables 
CoPilot to Create and Customize Pivot Tables and Charts 
AI to Create Pivot Tables & Charts (Analyze Data Feature) 

Wrap Up & Next Steps 
Well Done!

Included:
Your Quick-Reference Guide

We’ve summarized the key points and taken the notes for you, so you don’t have to.

Bonus:
Pivot Table Cheat Sheets

Our cheat sheets offer more than key points.

They provide step-by-step instructions for quick task completion. Download and keep them handy.

This way, you can follow the steps without rewatching the videos.

Lesson Transporter
Jump into the Topic You Need – Fast

As a Star Trek fan, I was always in awe of the transporter technology.

It blew my mind how Captain Kirk could locate a spot on a nearby planet, then instantly transport his team to that exact location.

I want your experience inside our new course to be just as instantaneous.

Thanks to a new tool we created here in our XelPlus “laboratory,” now, when you want to find a topic, you can do so instantly.

We’ve gone through every second of every lesson and pulled out the key words & topics. Then, we created an interactive agenda which allows you to quickly locate exactly what you’re looking for.

Once you find your topic, it’s simply a matter of saying “Beam me up!” (not actually required). Click the link and you’ll instantly be transported to the correct lesson and timestamp.

Mastering Excel Pivot Tables has never been easier.

No more wasting hours searching. Find what you need, then get back to work.

Everything You Get Access To

You’ll know exactly how to organize your data, find insights, and present it with confidence.

Along with that, you’ll get:

• In-depth knowledge with over 8 hours of video lessons
• Files to follow along with each video lesson
• Lifetime access: Learn on your schedule & without deadlines
• Our topic transporter to quickly navigate to the topic you need
• English Captions by a professional typist
• Quizzes to track how well you understand the concepts
• Challenges to test your knowledge
• Bonus: Our collection of Cheat Sheets to keep at your desk.

Why Master Pivot Tables in the Age of AI and Copilot?

Because here’s why:

• AI and Copilot Integration: Yes, we cover how to use AI tools like Copilot in this course. But these tools should complement your skills – not replace them. You’ll see why in the course.
• Personal Expertise: AI can’t fully understand your unique data needs. Knowing Pivot Tables ensures you can highlight the most important insights yourself.
• Full Control: AI tools have limits. Mastering Pivot Tables gives you complete control over your data, allowing you to customize and refine your analysis to fit your exact goals.
• Critical Skill: Clear data analysis remains a key skill for career growth. It’s a powerful way to stand out and make informed decisions.
• And most importantly: It’s your expertise that makes AI truly effective.

Don’t rely solely on AI – master the tools. After all, you are the one responsible for your work.

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