Best Practices in Presentation

Design & Delivery

By: Josh Hieb

10 Presentation Design Tips

Keep it Simple

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Limit Text

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Minimal Animations

Use High Quality Graphics

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Avoid PowerPoint Template

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Use Appropriate Charts

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Use Color

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Choose Your Fonts Well

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Use Audio or Video

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Make Your Presentation Flow

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Presentation Delivery Tips

A Few Things to Keep In Mind

Prepare

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Be Confident

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Content

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Show Passion

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Keep It Short

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Be Professional

• http://scottberkun.com/2009/how-to-give-a-great-ignite-talk by Scott Berkun

• http://www.atomiclearning.com/highed/ppt10adv How to use PowerPoint

• http://www.garrreynolds.com/preso-tips/design/ by Garr Reyonlds

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