Presentation Tips & Tricks
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Ideas: “Gestalt psychology was developed during the 1920′s by three German psychologists. These psychologists found that we subconsciously segregate and group visual information to perceive it as a whole. Gestalt Principles demonstrate a consistent set of behaviors or rules pertaining to these visual perceptions. And these principles universally apply to all human beings. As presenters and/or slide designers, knowledge of these [Gestalt] principles can be a powerful tool.”
by Nancy Duarte
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Ideas: “The sonata form in classical music has a similar structure to the presentation form. A sonata has standard “rules” to follow; yet each sonata sounds unique. Just as the presentation form is a guide, but it pays to be flexible within the form. You’ll see a clear beginning (exposition), middle (development), and end (recapitulation) in the sonata form. Also, contrast keeps the sonata interesting, just like in a presentation.”
by Garr Reynolds
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Idea: How to streamline and simplify your presentations – advice from the Presentation Zen-master
Idea: How a deeper understanding of classic design principles can help you improve your presentation acumen – a sequel to Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery
by Cliff Atkinson
Idea: How to combine storytelling and projection
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by Edward R. Tufte
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Idea: How to communicate quantitative and statistical information, and the limitations of PowerPoint
by Edward R. Tufte
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Idea: Why the PowerPoint format prevents the effective presentation of complex information – from the controversial author and PowerPoint critic who jump-started the PowerPoint backlash movement
Philippe Kruchten reviews Edward R. Tufte’s The Cognitive Style of PowerPoint (book review)
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by Nancy Duarte
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Idea: How to connect with your audience by building memorable moments into your presentation, from the consultant who helped Al Gore prepare his widely acclaimed multimedia presentation on global warming
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Idea: Advice for learning how to think visually
Idea: Presentation coach Gallo dissects Steve Jobs’ legendary presentations and simplifies his secrets for use by mere mortals
Idea: What 25 years of PowerPoint have taught audiences to dislike about PowerPoint
by Guy Kawasaki
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Idea: 10 slides, 20 minutes, 30 point (or larger) font size, from a venture capitalist who has sat through thousands of presentations. Any questions?
by Seth Godin, Seth Godin’s Blog
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Idea: Effective communication conveys emotion and asks for “the sale.” PowerPoint’s fetish with bullets works against this. Using four presentation components and five rules can help you create amazing presentations.
Idea: Venture capitalist and prolific blogger Guy Kawasaki provides his take-away lessons from Presentation Zen Design: Simple Design Principles and Techniques to Enhance Your Presentations, by Garr Reynolds
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Idea: How to think beyond “slide presentations” and become more creative in preparation and presenting
by Glenna Shaw, Visualology.net
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