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About Jim Markus Jim Markus is an Independent Journalist and Award-Winning Game Designer serving as an Editor for Spreadsheet Point. At Spreadsheet Point, he builds spreadsheet templates and specializes in data visualization in Google Sheets. Highlights
  • Director at Spreadsheet Point and an award-winning game designer and sales professional.
  • Renowned for hosting the popular personal finance podcast Frugal Living and writing for platforms like Hackr.io and KDnuggets.
  • Recipient of The Max Gladstone Special Judge's Choice Award at the Golden Cobra Awards and a Dale Carnegie-trained public speaker.
Experience

Jim creates systems that are easy to understand and use. He is the winner of the 2021 Max Gladstone Special Judge's Choice Award (Golden Cobra Challenge), where he was praised for designing straightforward rules and accessible experiences that work perfectly online.

At Spreadsheet Point, Jim applies this same focus on clarity and accessibility to technical guides, ensuring that even the most complex formulas are easy for beginners to pick up.

Beyond data, Jim is the creator of the competitive writing event Ink & Blood, the podcast Frugal Living, and the author of "The Ink and Blood Dueling Society Doesn't Exist." You can find more of his articles on MuckRack.

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In a recent tutorial, our Excel expert walked us through using this versatile software to manage tax-related tasks like a pro. Whether youโ€™re a seasoned spreadsheet user or just starting out, these tips can transform your tax season workflow.

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Jim Markus November 26, 2024
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Jim Markus November 11, 2024
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The Excel SWITCH Function

This guide explains the =SWITCH() function in Excel. I share what it does and when it is most helpful. I’ll also share some practical examples of its use. The Excel

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Jim Markus December 2, 2024

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