To give an excellent presentation, there are many things you need to consider. While many criteria seem self-evident, there are many points that you may not be aware of. We present 10 secrets for a top presentation in this short article. 10 secrets that will help you create top presentations! #1 Passion If you want […]
Presentations are part of everyday business life and often provide the impetus for reaching important decisions and agreements. In scientific presentations, the process is often more important than the result itself, which is why facts and processes are first presented in detail. The outcome is then given in the final paragraph. This approach to […]
“The greatest power is the right word at the right time”. – Mark Twain The right word at the right time can open doors, create opportunities and build relationships. It can also help you stand out from the crowd, be more persuasive and get your message across more effectively. Especially in PowerPoint presentations, this can […]
To end your presentation on a winning note, you have to keep a few things in mind. In this article, we’ll show you an effective way to give your audience vital information and prompt them to do something. By using a call to action, you can focus on a goal and motivate your audience to […]
How long should a headline be on a PowerPoint slide? This is a question PowerPoint professionals get asked all the time, and it’s difficult to give a definitive answer. In this short article, we’ve summarized two tips for you on how to figure out the perfect length for your headlines. Tip #1: 🧠 Pay attention […]
In most cases, TED-talks are very well received by the audience and manage to inspire them. At the same time, TED Talks convey important information in a short frame of time and connect with the audience on a personal level. To present a good TED-talk there are several things that need to be considered. Most […]
As a consultant, presenting is an everyday part of your job. Elaborate slides illustrate coaching, strategies and analyses. Projects are presented to your clients or to management, new concepts are developed, and management consulting results are communicated. A lot of work goes into a consulting presentation. Slides need to be carefully thought out and highlight […]
You probably know it: You are part of an audience listening to a PowerPoint presentation and the text on the slides is overwhelming you. On top of that, there is hardly any variety, and you notice how your attention keeps decreasing. Too many messages on a slide are still a difficult topic to work around, […]
When it comes to creating presentations, PowerPoint is indispensable. Obviously, the most important part of any presentation are PowerPoint slides with the right content to communicate your message. We’ll show you 10 types of PowerPoint slides that you can use in your presentation. We’ll also explain the benefits of each slide type and the added […]
If you work in sales, you’ll know that closing a deal is the key to success. But what happens when you can’t seem to close any deals? In this article, we’ll tell you what you can do to close more sales and reach your aims: #1: Understand your customer’s motivation The first step to a […]
Even though it often seems like PowerPoint presentations are mainly about conveying facts and data, there are other important factors. Besides the content of the presentation, connecting with your audience and framing is just as important. If you have a connection with your audience from the beginning, you can make a better impression and ensure […]
The final question of your presentation can make or break the deal for your product sales. It’s the last chance to restate your point and convince potential clientele. If you’re not prepared for this, you can quickly get confused and lose the structure of your presentation. However, if you know how to handle the final […]
The 5-act structure is a good place to start if you want to improve your storytelling. In 1863, Gustav Freytag, a German playwright, created a graphic depicting the “5-act structure” of ancient Greek drama and Shakespeare’s plays. Understanding this framework will help you identify the main components of a story and ensure that your stories […]
The audience’s attention during a PowerPoint presentation is high at the beginning but decreases after the first 10-15 minutes. To make important core aspects of your topic stick in the audience’s memory in the long term, it makes sense to emphasize or repeat the most important points at certain intervals to increase attention. This way, […]
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably attended a presentation where the speaker used testimonials. And you probably thought to yourself, “Why on earth is time being wasted showing us this? We’re not here to watch a commercial!” Now it turns out there is actually a science behind why recommendations can be effective in presentations. […]
Here’s how to create a presentation without much preparation time, and what you need to keep in mind! Every now and then it happens: You find yourself in a situation where you are expected to spontaneously give a presentation. Despite the fact that you have virtually no time to prepare for it. This can make […]
There are occasions when you only have limited time to give a PowerPoint presentation. This is where knowing how to create and deliver a short PowerPoint presentation is essential. Done right, you really only need a few minutes to deliver your presentation, get your ideas across and achieve your goals. You may well be thinking, […]
Whether it’s on your smartphone, on web pages, or in business brochures, icons (little pictograms: arrows, signs, etc) are everywhere now. You can use PowerPoint icons to great effect in presentations, too! They’re a really useful way to catch your audience’s eye, and, skilfully used, they can add to the effectiveness of your slides, complementing […]