How to Avoid Death by PowerPoint

A quick guide

Jane Doe, Enterprising Women www.enterprising-women.org

Map it Out

Clear structure:• Introduction• Details & supporting evidence• Conclusion

PREPARATION

• Max. 5 bullet points• Max. 5-8 words per bullet• Minimise text:

Kill the Clutter

We are very happy to announce that our annual turnover has exceeded all our expectations, having reached £100,000...

Annual turnover: £100K

PREPARATION

Be seen...

• Min. text size: 20 point• Sans serif font• Limit sound effects & visuals• Limit coloured text/novelty fonts

PREPARATION

Get it right

• Thorough spell check, especially names• Consistent layout• Consistent text size, colour and font• Check abbreviations & acronyms for accuracy

Present, don’t read!

• ‘Converse’ with your audience• Make eye contact – but no laser beam stares!• Vary pace and tone• Keep it clear

PRESENTATION

Enjoy yourself!

• Relax!• Give ‘em a smile• Create a two-way dialogue– Ask questions – Elicit opinions & experiences

PRESENTATION

Create a clear conclusion

• Meet objectives outlined in introduction• Reinforce key messages• Suggestions for more info or further action• Contact details• Any questions?

PRESENTATION

Congratulations! You’ve just avoided death by Powerpoint!

Good luck with your next presentation...