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How to Make Short 5-Minute Presentations With Quick Ideas & Tips (+Video)
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Need to learn how to make a short presentation? A quick presentation has unique challenges. In this article, we'll look at tips and ideas for 3 to 5 minute presentations. We'll also check out some 5-minute presentation samples, and other tips and tricks for planning your mini presentation.Â
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There are many situations where you may need to give a short presentation. For example, you may need to give a 5-minute presentation for job interview criteria. Or you may need to give a mini presentation in 5 minutes to brief your team, at work. 5-minute presentation topics can vary, but have a few key things in common:
- A quick presentation should be concise and to the point.
- 5-minute presentation topics should be strategic, but not too complex.
- A short presentation, like 3 to 5 minute presentations, doesn't need too many slides.
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Make Amazing 5-Minute Presentations (Quickstart Video)
Step 1. know your audience well, step 2. choose the right 5-minute presentation topics, step 3. use a professional presentation template for your mini presentation, step 4. start your quick presentation with a powerful attention grabber, step 5. practice makes perfect, plan your short presentation length, 5-minute presentation samples, make your presentation scalable, download our ebook on making great presentations (free pdf), make a great 5-minute presentation today.
Do you need to make a 5-minute PowerPoint presentation quickly? Get started right now with this video:
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Learn even more about short, mini-presentations in the tutorial below:Â
With only five minutes for your presentation, you don't want to waste time covering information your audience already knows. To make sure that you reach your audience with material that they can understand and relate too, you need to know as much about them as you can.
If you don't understand your audience, it's unlikely that you'll be able to hold their interest. Research your audience to find out as much as you can about them. A quick way to find out more about your audience is to ask the organization or person who invited you to give the presentation for more information about who you'll be addressing.
Now that you've learned about your audience, it's time to choose a topic.
For short presentations, your topic selection is very important. Some topics just do not lend themselves well to presentations because they're too complex.
Here some crucial points to consider when selecting a presentation topic for a 5-minute presentation:
- Choose a topic you're already familiar with. This will cut the time you spend researching your topic.
- Keep it simple. Avoid complex topics that need lots of explanation. If a topic is complex, pick a single, simple aspect of it to present on, rather than trying to cover it all.
- Stick to one or two main points. Also limit yourself to a minimal number of sub-points. Because your presentation length is limited, it's unlikely you'll have time for more than that.
- Remember your audience's background. I can't say this enoughâto create an engaging presentation you must know your audience.
Now, write your draft:
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After your draft is ready, it's time to start thinking about how your presentation is going to look.
Even short presentations need to look nice. Since this is a quick presentation, you'll save lots of time by using a template.
Templates give your presentation a professional look without you needing to spend the money to hire a professional designer or the time to design your own template. For most presentation templates, just insert your own information in the appropriate places and add your own images. Then, remove the slides from the template that you do not need.
You can find a wide variety of professional templates available on Envato Elements . To get an idea of the difference that a professional template can make for your presentation, here's a look at this stylish PowerPoint presentation template from Envato Elements.
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This PowerPoint template has over 125 slides to choose from, so there's a wealth of content to work with. It's easy to complete your presentation with a professionally designed template on your side.
Discover more PowerPoint template designs with powerful features on Envato Elements. The right premium PPT template  will help you make a great presentation quickly.Â
You'll find even more excellent professional Microsoft PowerPoint template options in these curated articles. They're a great resource if you're looking for even more 5-minute presentation ideas:Â
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Since your presentation is so short, you'll want to pay some extra attention to the opening. You probably don't have time to show a video or play complex animations. You may not even have time to play a soundtrack.
That's okay. There are other ways to grab your audience's attention. These quick attention grabbers are great for short presentations:
- storytelling
- poll the audience
- mention a startling statistic
- show a compelling image
In a short presentation, it's also a good idea to organize your material so that your most important point is discussed first. This insures that you've covered your most important point in case either of the following happens:
- You run out of time.
- Your audience loses interest.
Your short presentation should be starting to come together now, but you're not ready to give your presentation until you complete the next step.
For a short speech, practice is critical. Timing your presentation is also the only way to know for sure how long it'll take. The shorter the presentation the more crucial it is that you time your speech. For example, if you're giving a 5-minute presentation for a job interview, you'll really want to stay within the required time frame!Â
Practice gives you a chance to really polish your presentation. Focus on sounding comfortable and confident. Work on eliminating or reducing any distracting personal habits. Many speakers benefit from having a third party listen as they practice.
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Ideally, you want to be able to present your material without reading it verbatim (which can sound stilted and unnatural). So, you'll be learning your material as you practice.
Once you feel confident about your presentation, time it. Have a colleague or friend help you keep track of how long you speak. Or use a recording device or other electronic timer.
If you find that your presentation runs over the five-minute mark, remove some of your less important points from the end. Be cautious about doing this, though. Nerves can cause many speakers to speak more quickly during the actual presentation than they normally would.
If your presentation falls short of the five-minute mark, add another short point or summarize what you've discussed to make up the time difference.
You're basically ready to give your 5-minute presentation. But there are a few more things you should know.
When creating a timed, quick presentation, a common question is "how many PowerPoint slides do I need for a presentation that lasts X minutes?"
The answer is ... it depends. There are many variables that determine the number of slides required to fill a specific time slot.
Not all slides are created equal. You'll want to discuss the information on some in more detail because it's more complex. Other slides, such as images, may require no discussion on your part. Also, every speaker speaks at a different pace. So, someone who speaks quickly will probably require more slides than someone who speaks more slowly.
These variables are why it's so important to time your presentation before you give it.
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Remember, though, being nervous can make you speak more quickly than you normally would. So, try to keep your pace normal. A short pause between points can help you get your bearings, even if you're giving a presentation in 5 minutes.
The most common presentation mistake is to have too many slides. Having too many slides poses a problem in several ways:
- It's harder for you, as a speaker to keep up with all that material. You're more likely to have to read your presentation.
- Your audience is unlikely to remember all that material anyway. Your main point is likely to get lost.
- In a shorter presentation, you're more likely to run out of time.
While I can't tell you exactly how many PowerPoint slides for a five minute presentation, I can provide you with some overall guidelines that'll work for many speakers. Use these guidelines to plan your presentation and adapt them as needed.
Slide Guidelines for Various Presentation Lengths
Even the experts disagree on how much time you should spend on a single slide. And not all slides in your slide presentation require the same amount of time to present. Still, there are some steps you can use to figure out how many slides you'll need.
Start by dividing your presentation into two types of slides:
- Simple. A simple slide requires very little explanation on your part. Examples of this type of slide would be your title slide or a graphic that speaks for itself. Aside from your title slide, most experts agree that you should try to spend less than 30 seconds on a simple slide.
- Complex. This slide requires some explanation on your part. These are the slides that you'll use to convey your message. Most experts agree that you should spend between one and no more than three minutes on this type of slide. When you're timing your presentation if you find that a slide takes more than three minutes to present, divide it into two slides.
During your practice session, pay attention to how long each type of slide takes you to present. If you've given lots of presentations already, you may already know. If you're new to giving presentations, you'll have to get this figure when you time your presentation as you practice.
Here's how these guidelines might play out when planning different length presentations:
- 1-Minute Presentation . Stick to one main idea. Keep it simple. A single slide may be enough. But use no more than two slides--one of which is a title slide with the company name and presentation title that won't require discussion. If you can, have the title slide on the screen before your presentation starts. Leave it up as you introduce the presentation (about 15 seconds). The second slide covers a very simple main point (plan on 45 seconds to discuss it). You may have no sub-points and no discussion, as this is a very short talk.
- 3-Minute Presentation. Again, stick to one or two simple, main ideas. You may have several simple sub-points. Use the company name slide to open your presentation (15 seconds). If your topic is complex, you may spend nearly the entire three minutes on a single slide. For simple topics that require less than a minute per slide, you may need up to six slides.
- 5-Minute Presentation. For this slightly longer presentation you can cover four very simple points or one complex point with several sub-points. Plan on a title slide (up to 30 seconds), and you can insert some opening humor or other attention grabber. With a complex topic slide you may find yourself spending three minutes on it, which would leave about a minute and a half for two sub-points--so four slides in that scenario. You may need up to ten slides if your topics are very simple.
- 15-Minute Presentation. With a longer presentation like this, plan on a pause of several minutes after about seven minutes. You could use this time as a question-and-answer period. Or just allow your audience to stretch. Following the break, you'll need another attention grabber. You also have time to include more complex attention grabbers such as short videos and animations. You could need between five and 20 slides, depending on the complexity of your material.
- 30-Minute or Longer Presentations. Longer presentations allow you to present more material that's more complex. You're also likely to include more slides. When creating a longer presentation, don't forget to allow for your audience's human needs. You'll need to include more planned pauses. Also, most experts agree that you should plan on a bathroom break at least once an hour. After the bathroom break, you'll need to recapture your audience's attention again. For very long presentations you may need to plan for a snack or a meal.
You won't know for sure how closely to follow these guidelines unless you time your speech. After practicing, you may find that you need to tweak the guidelines by adding or subtracting a slide. Or if you're spending too much time on a single slide, you may need to narrow down your material.
Below I've included slides that I created using this professional PowerPoint template from Envato Elements. A simple professional PowerPoint template offers a great starting point to work from. These slides are made quickly for a short presentation.
From practicing, I know that this presentation takes approximately two minutes to give. Here's the first slide, which is my title:
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For this slide, all the presenter would need to say is their name, the title of the presentation, and the name of the company. Note that not everything the presenter says is on the slide. This title slide took me 15 seconds to present. Your results could vary.
Here's the next slide:
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This slide basically introduces the company. Again, not everything I'm going to say is on the slide. This simple slide took me 30 seconds to present.
Here's a second example of a 30 second slide:
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The final slide in this very short presentation is a little more complex, but it still only took 45 seconds for me to present:
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Many professionals are asked to do variations of the same presentation over and over. Sales professionals, for example, may need to have long and short versions of the same presentation topic. This would mean giving your presentation in 5 minutes or 30 minutes. But how do you scale a large or mini presentation?Â
If this is what you need to do, keep in mind the points above. It's best to create and save the long version presentation first. Then edit the material down and re-save it as a shorter, more focused version of the presentation. Be careful not to overwrite your original presentation though.
Once you've done this several times, it'll get easier.
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Now you know how to make a short presentation of your own. You can create an effective slide presentation for any amount of time, if you know how. With the right planning, you can quickly create snappy 5-minute presentations with just the right number of slides.
When creating a short presentation, remember that it's important to know your audience well. It's also crucial that you pick a simple topic that's right for them. Most importantly, remember to practice and time your presentation. Timing is the only way to know for sure how long it'll take you to give a presentation. Keep in mind that you may speed up your delivery during the actual presentation, so aim to account for that.
Also, don't forget how important your slide design is to making an effective presentation. Remember to check out the PowerPoint presentation templates on Envato Elements. One low monthly price gets you unlimited access to the entire library of templates!
Now, that you know what to do, you're ready to create your own 5-minute presentation. Good luck!
Editorial Note: This tutorial was originally published in July of 2017. It's been updated to make sure it's completely relevant and a video has been added by Daisy Ein .
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How to Make a 5 Minute Presentation | 30 Killer Ideas in 2024
Leah Nguyen ⢠20 May, 2024 ⢠11 min read
5 minute presentation - intriguing to the audience (no one likes to sit through a one-hour-feels-like-a-decade kind of talk), but a big nuisance to the presenters to decide what to put in. If not handled properly, everything will slip away from one's mind in the blink of an eye.
The clock is ticking, but you can keep your panic attack at bay with our step-by-step guide with free topics and examples. Get the full lowdown on how to make a 5 minute presentation for a team meeting, college class, sales pitch, or wherever else you need it!
Table of Contents
- Present better with AhaSlides
- 5-Minute Presentation Topic List
How to Make a 5-Minute Presentation
- 5 Common Mistakes
5-Minute Presentation Examples
How many slides should a 5 minute presentation be? | 10-20 visual slides |
Famous Human Beings with a 5-minute presenting skill | Steve Jobs, Sheryl Sandberg, BrenĂŠ Brown |
What software can be used for presentation? | , Powerpoint, Key Note ... |
Present Better with AhaSlides
- Types of presentation
- 10 20 30 rule in presentations
- Top 10 office games
- 95 fun questions to ask students
- 21+ icebreaker games
5 Minute Presentation Ideas
First thing first, you should come up with a 5 minute presentation idea that's intriguing. Think about what makes the general audience, even you jump out of their seat and eagerly hear. What topic can you elaborate on better that's your niche? Get some sparks with our list below:
- The danger of cyberbullying
- Freelancing under the gig economy
- Fast fashion and its environmental impacts
- How podcast has evolved
- Dystopian society in George Orwell's literature
- Common health disorders you might have
- What is aphasia?
- Caffeine myths - are they real?
- The perks of having a personality test
- The rise and fall of Genghis Khan
- What happens to the brain when youâre in long-distance relationships?
- Is it too late to care about the environment?
- The consequences of relying on Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- The ways anxiety disorders disrupt our life
- 6 economic terms you need to know
- Gods in Greek mythology versus Roman mythology
- Origins of Kungfu
- Ethics of genetic modification
- The supernatural strength of cockroaches
- Is social media detox necessary?
- The history of the Silk Road
- What is the worldâs most dangerous disease in the 21st century?
- Reasons to do self-journaling everyday
- New trends in careers
- Five reasons to get some quality time for yourself
- The best food to cook when youâre in a hurry
- How to order the best Starbucks drink ever
- Ideas and practices that you follow and would like others to know about
- 5 ways to make a pancake
- Introduction to blockchain
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Bonus Video âś How to make a 10-minute presentation
If you feel like a 5-minute presentation would be too stifling, stretch it to 10! Here's how to do that...
Remember, less is more, except when it comes to ice cream.
That's why amid hundreds of methods to use, we've boiled it down into these four simple steps to make a killer 5-minute presentation.
Let's jump right in!
#1 - Choose your topic
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How do you know if that topic is "the one" for you? For us, the right topic ticks everything on this checklist:
â Stick to one key point. It's unlikely you'll have time to address more than one topic, so limit yourself to one and donât go over it!
â Know your audience. You don't want to waste time covering information they already know. Everyone knows 2 plus 2 is 4, so move on and never look back.
â Go with a simple topic. Again, explaining something that requires time should be off the checklist since you can't cover it all.
â Don't dwell on unfamiliar topics to minimise the time and effort you spend preparing the presentation. It should be something you already have on your mind.
Need some help finding the right topic for your short presentation? We've got 30 topics with different themes to captivate your audience.
#2 - Create your slides
Unlike the long presentation format in which you can have as many slides as you want, a five-minute presentation typically has significantly fewer slides. Because imagine each slide would take you roughly 40 seconds to 1 minute to go through, that's already five slides in total. Not much to think about, eh?
However, your slide count doesn't matter more than the essence each slide contains . We know that it's tempting to pack it full of text, but keep in mind that you should be the subject your audience focuses on, not a wall of text.
Check these examples below.
Make the text bold to highlight important parts and use italics primarily to denote titles and the names of particular works or objects to allow that title or name to stand out from the surrounding sentence. The underlining text also helps draw attention to it, but it is most commonly used to represent a hyperlink on a webpage.
You obviously saw the second example and thought there's no way you're going to read through this on the big screen.
The point is this: keep slides straight, concise, and short, as you've got 5 minutes only. 99% of the info should come from your mouth.
When youâre keeping text minimal, don't forget to befriend visuals , as they can be your best sidekicks. Startling statistics, infographics, short animations, pictures of whales, etc., all are great attention grabbers and help you sprinkle your unique trademark and personality on each slide.
And how many words should be there in a 5-minute speech script? It mainly depends on the visuals or data you show in your slides and also your speech speed. However, a 5-minute speech is roughly 700 words long.
Secret tip: Go the extra length by making your presentation interactive. You can add a live poll , Q&A section , or quiz that illustrates your points and leaves a lasting impression on the audience.
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Make the most of your 5 minutes with a free interactive presentation tool!
#3 - Get the timing right
When you're looking at this, we only have one thing to say: STOP PROCRASTINATING! For such a short presentation, there's virtually no time for "ah", "uh" or short pauses, because every moment counts. So, plan the timing of each section with military precision.
How should it look? Check out the example below:
- 30 seconds on the introduction . And no more. If you spend too much time on the intro, your main part will have to be sacrificed, which is a no-no.
- 1 minute on stating the problem . Tell the audience the problem you are trying to solve for them, i.e., what they are here for.
- 3 minutes on the solution . This is where you deliver the most essential info to the audience. Tell them what they need to know, not what is "nice to have". For example, if you're presenting how to make a cake, list each item's ingredients or measurement, as thatâs all essential information. However, additional information like icing and presentation is not essential and can be cut.
- 30 seconds on the conclusion . This is where you reinforce your main points, wrap up and have a call to action.
- You can end with a small Q&A . Since it isnât technically a part of the 5-minute presentation, you can take as much time as you want to answer the questions.
How many times should you practice a 5-minute speech? To nail these timings down, make sure you practice religiously. A 5-minute presentation requires more practice than a regular one, as you wonât have as much wiggle room or chance for improvisation.
Also, don't forget to check your equipment to ensure everything runs smoothly. When youâve only got 5 minutes, you don't want to waste any time fixing the mic, presentation, or other equipment.
#4 - Deliver your presentation
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Imagine you're watching an exciting video but it keeps.lagging.every.10.seconds. Youâd be super annoyed, right? Well, so would your audience if you keep confusing them with abrupt, unnatural speech.
It's normal to feel pressured to talk because you feel every minute is precious. But crafting the convo in a way that makes the crowd understand the assignment is so much more important.
Our first tip for delivering a great presentation is to practice flowing . From the introduction to the conclusion, every part needs to connect and link with each other like glue.
Go between the sections repeatedly (remember to set the timer). If there's any part in which you feel the urge to speed up, then consider trimming it down or articulating it differently.
Our second tip is for reeling in the audience from the first sentence .
There are countless ways to start a presentation . You can get factual with a shocking, on-topic fact or mention a humorous quote that gets your audience laughing and melting away their (and your) tension.
Secret tip: Don't know if your 5-minute presentation makes an impact? Use a feedback tool to collect the audience's sentiment right away. It takes minimal effort, and you avoid losing valuable feedback along the way.
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5 Common Mistakes When Giving a 5-Minute Presentation
We overcome and adapt through trial and error, but itâs easier to avoid rookie mistakes if you know what they aređ
- Going way past your allotted time slot. Since the 15 or 30-minute presentation format has long dominated the scene, keeping it brief is difficult. But unlike the long format, which gives you a bit of flexibility on time, the audience knows exactly what 5 minutes feels like and, therefore will expect you to condense the information within the time limit.
- Having a decade-long introduction. Rookie mistake. Spending your precious time telling people who you are or what youâre going to do isnât the best plan. As we said, weâve got a bunch of beginning tips for you here .
- Don't dedicate enough time to prepare. Most people skip the practice part since they think itâs 5 minutes, and they can quickly fill that up, which is an issue. If in a 30-minute presentation, you can get away with âfillerâ content, the 5-minute presentation doesnât even allow you to pause for more than 10 seconds.
- Devote too much time explaining complicated concepts. A 5-minute presentation doesnât have room for that. If one point youâre explaining needs to link to other points for further elaboration, itâs always a good idea to revise it and dig deeper into only one aspect of the topic.
- Putting too many complex elements. When making a 30-minute presentation, you might add different elements, such as storytelling and animation, to keep the audience engaged. In a much shorter form, everything needs to be straight to the point, so choose your words or the transition carefully.
To help you grasp how to make a 5-minute presentation, check these short presentation examples, to nail any message!
William Kamkwamba: 'How I Harnessed the Wind'
This TED Talk video presents the story of William Kamkwamba, an inventor from Malawi who, as a kid experiencing poverty, built a windmill to pump water and generate electricity for his village. Kamkwambaâs natural and straightforward storytelling was able to captivate the audience, and his usage of short pauses for people to laugh is also another great technique.
Susan V. Fisk: âThe Importance of Being Conciseâ
This training video offers helpful tips for scientists to structure their talk to fit the â5 Minute Rapidâ presentation format, which is also explained in 5 minutes. If you plan to create a âHow-toâ quick presentation, look at this example.
Jonathan Bell: âHow to Create a Great Brand Nameâ
As the title refers to itself, the speaker Jonathan Bell will give you a step-by-step guide on how to create a lasting brand name. He gets straight to the point with his topic and then breaks it down into smaller components. A good example to learn from.
PACE Invoice: â5 Min Pitch at Startupbootcampâ
This video shows how PACE Invoice , a start-up specialising in multi-currency payment processing, was able to pitch its ideas to investors clearly and concisely.
Will Stephen: âHow to Sound Smart in Your TEDx Talkâ
Using a humorous and creative approach, Will Stephenâs TEDx Talk guides people through the general skills of public speaking. A must-watch to craft your presentation into a masterpiece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why a 5-minute presentation is important.
A 5-minute presentation shows the ability to manage time, grab the audience's attention, and mirror-like clarification as it requires lots of practice to make it perfect! Besides, there are various suitable speech topics for 5 minutes that you can refer to and adapt to your own.
Who gave the best 5-minute Presentation?
There are lots of impactful presenters over time, with the most famous man named Sir Ken Robinson's TED talk titled "Do Schools Kill Creativity?", which has been viewed millions of times and has become one of the most-watched TED talks of all time. In the talk, Robinson delivers a humorous and engaging presentation on the importance of nurturing creativity in education and society.
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Giving a 40-60-minute speech isnât a synonym for success. Sticking to shorter presentation formats can increase the impact of large-format events. Among its many advantages, allowing multiple speakers to give their insights rises above everything. Still, presenters often struggle to be concise, as they aim to disclose as much content as possible, ending up overdoing the allotted time or delivering rushed-up presentations.
In this article, weâll share our experience on how to master the art of 3-5 minute presentations, keeping your speech concise while using powerful graphics to connect with the audience.
Table of Contents
What is a 5 Minutes Presentation?
What are the requirements of 5 minutes presentations, how many slides for a 5 minute presentation, 5 minute presentation ideas, how to make a 5 minute presentation, common mistakes to avoid in 5-minute presentations, recommended templates for 5 minute presentations, final words.
A 5-minute presentation is a short talk designed to convey a specific message, idea, information, or argument within a limited timeframe, between three to five minutes – the latter being the average duration. Due to the brevity, these presentations require careful planning and preparation to ensure the content is concise, focused, and impactful.
We can define a five-minute presentation’s must-have(s) in seven different categories.
Objective Definition
The purpose of your talk has to be clear from the presentation planning phase. This implies acknowledging whether you intend to inform, persuade, inspire, or instruct your audience on a given topic.
On this behalf, we made a list of frameworks to help you pinpoint the core objective of your presentation:
- SPIN (Situation, Problem, Implication, Need-payoff): Intended for sales strategy or customer-driven presentations. The focus is set on understanding the audienceâs situation, presenting the problems, implications, and potential benefits of a proposed solution.
- AIDA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action): The AIDA framework is extremely popular in marketing campaigns and sales presentations. You can learn more about this approach for engaging presentations by checking our guide on the AIDA model .
- SCQA (Situation, Complication, Question, Answer): Intended for problem-solving meetings and business presentations. The SCQA framework establishes a context and its challenges, raises a question, and provides solutions for it.
- Minto Pyramid Principle: This unconventional approach is used for business presentations and reports, and was developed by Barbara Minto at McKinsey & Company in the 1970s . We start by stating the conclusion or core recommendation, then organize the information that supports your statement in a logical flow. By implementing this approach, you inspire the audience to think critically about the presented scenario, while discussing complex ideas in an easier-to-digest format due to its hierarchical organization of ideas.
- Monroe’s Motivated Sequence: A framework with a focus on persuasive presentations. It is structured by five pillars recognized by its author, Alan H. Monroe : Attention, Need, Satisfaction, Visualization, and Action.
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Concise Content
âHow many words in a 5-minute speechâ is a commonly asked question by beginner presenters. The average range for seasoned speakers is 130-150 words per minute in a fluent speech, and depending on the topic, that can go slower (technical-based presentations) or faster (motivational presentations, like the ones delivered by Tony Robbins ).
Therefore, for a 5-minute speech, you might aim for:
- At 130 words per minute: 130Ă5=650 words
- At 150 words per minute: 150Ă5=750 words
That calculation can help you curate the script for your speech. In general lines, our expertise tells us that selecting a topic that can be covered within 5 minutes is roughly 60% of the job. After effectively selecting a topic, you must restrict the content to 2-3 main points to remain within the time limit and end your presentation in style.
Presentation Structure
In more laid-back scenarios, presentations can lean toward a conversational mode rather than a strict agenda. Still, we ought to ensure the presentation structure contains an Introduction, a Body, and a Conclusion.
The Introduction helps us familiarize the audience with whatâs expected out of your presentation. Additionally, it is our chance to make a good first impression . Knowing how to start your presentation guarantees audience engagement from the initial moments of your delivery.
Moving to the Body, this is where facts are laid out and backed up using evidence or examples to support your view. Visual aids can contribute to minimizing the need for lengthy text walls.
Finally, the Conclusion summarizes the key takeaways and, when applicable, brings a call to action in the format of thought-provoking statements, data shared, an irresistible offer, and plenty of other scenarios.
Audience Engagement
Connecting with the audience is vital, especially in short formats like Pecha Kucha presentations . Your speech pace and body language are significant factors that contribute to how the audience perceives your interest in their time.
Aim for a relaxed but confident attitude, as if you were passionately talking about a topic with a group of acquaintances. This reinforces your authority in the topic you deliver, as being anxious or rushing through the presentation only speaks of a lack of interest.
Apply professional presentation techniques like storytelling for presentations or harnessing the power of visual communication strategies to make your message memorable.
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Audience Acknowledgement
Tailoring your presentation for the audienceâs interest is the first step every presenter must take to guarantee success, especially if weâre another speaker in large-scale events. In some niches, like academic presentations, it is vital as some of the audience may not feel connected with your research topic.
Based on information gathered from our customerâs feedback, a good recipe to connect with your audience is to work with a sales approach in mind and create your âideal audience persona.â This would be your attendee whoâs 100% connected with what you intend to share. Compare and contrast demographics with the public you know will attend, and find the common points and where you need to adjust your expectations to meet the audienceâs interest.
If the event format allows for it, be ready to present questions at the end of your presentation that may drive the interest of a Q&A session.
Visual Aids
Slides featuring infographics , dashboards , or storytelling-based illustrations help to attract the spectatorâs interest and increase the retention rate, as research proves itâs easier to recall pictures than words . As previously mentioned, leveraging graphics helps us reduce our slides’ word count.
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Other presentation aids , like videos, audio, and even sensory elements such as smells, can drive a broad range of emotional responses within the audience. Itâs worth exploiting this route if your presentation aims to persuade or motivate the spectators.
Time Management
Last but not least, time management is an etiquette rule of respect for fellow presenters. Your content has to fit within the 5-minute limit, including transition times and variations in your delivery speed.
A good presenter is an adaptable one. Be ready to adjust your speech on the fly if you find yourself running short or long on time or if the audienceâs interest drives the conversation briefly away from your intended destination.
Defining how many slides is a 5 minute presentation isnât an automatic task. Some topics can be quickly resolved following the premises of the 1-2-3 rule for presentations, applying:
- One main message: Your presentation should center around a single, clear main message or idea. This ensures focus and helps your audience grasp the core of your presentation without getting lost in details.
- Two supporting points: Support your main message with two strong, relevant points or arguments. This structure helps provide depth to your presentation without overwhelming your audience with too much information.
- Three examples or pieces of evidence: For each supporting point, provide three examples, pieces of evidence, or data points to substantiate your arguments. This reinforces your message and helps in making your case more convincing.
In short, implementing this practice can result in a range between 5 and 10 slides in your 5-minute presentation. More complex topics, like medical presentations or scientific conferences, cannot be summarized easily, as graphs require one full slide for accurate data visualization. In this case, weigh the critical points your presentation must cover, assign a maximum of 3 slides per crucial point, and avoid filler content.
Googling around you can come across lists with 200, 60, 40, and plenty other title combinations referring to 5 minute presentation ideas. Despite it being a good starter to brainstorm potential topics or angles for your presentation, we shall introduce our method to implement AI tools to come up with 5 minute presentation topics. The following instructions apply to ChatGPT , Gemini (Bard) or Bing.
- Consider the niche in which you want to deliver a 5 minute presentation.
- Gather the main keywords around the topic you intend to present. For example, if you want to deliver a presentation about artificial intelligence, the following keywords may suit your needs as well: AI, artificial intelligence chatbot, types of artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence solutions, what is artificial intelligence.
- Open your AI tool of preference and write the following prompt: âGive me a list of 20 5-minute presentation ideas in the IT niche that fit these keywords: AI, artificial intelligence chatbot, types of artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence solutions, what is artificial intelligence.â
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And this is the list generated by ChatGPT-4
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: Basics of AI, its history, and evolution.
- Exploring AI Technologies: A dive into machine learning, neural networks, and deep learning.
- Types of Artificial Intelligence: From narrow (or weak) AI to general (or strong) AI, and superintelligence.
- AI Chatbots: Revolutionizing Customer Service: How chatbots are changing the customer service landscape across industries.
- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Discussing AI solutions for diagnostics, treatment recommendations, and patient care.
- The Role of AI in Autonomous Vehicles: Examining how AI technologies power self-driving cars.
- Ethical Considerations in AI: The moral implications of AI in decision-making and privacy concerns.
- AI in Cybersecurity: Using artificial intelligence to predict, detect, and respond to cyber threats.
- The Impact of AI on Job Markets: How AI is reshaping employment opportunities and the workforce.
- Machine Learning Algorithms Explained: An overview of popular algorithms and their applications in AI.
- AI and Big Data: How AI algorithms process and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP) in AI: Understanding how AI interprets, understands, and generates human language.
- AI in Finance: The use of artificial intelligence in fraud detection, algorithmic trading, and personalized banking.
- Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Sustainability: Exploring AI solutions for climate change, conservation, and sustainable energy.
- AI and Robotics: How AI is applied in robotics for automation, exploration, and manufacturing.
- Deep Learning and Neural Networks: An introduction to the architecture of neural networks and their significance in AI.
- Implementing AI Solutions in Small Businesses: Practical AI applications for improving efficiency and productivity in SMEs.
- The Future of AI: Predictions and emerging trends in artificial intelligence technologies.
- AI in Education: Personalized learning, automated grading, and AI’s role in educational institutions.
- Ethics and Bias in AI: Addressing the challenges of bias in AI algorithms and ensuring ethical AI development.
In this section, we will apply the explained suggestions earlier, approaching a real use case of a motivational speaker addressing an audience of marketing professionals. The speaker has to deliver a 5 minute presentation for a large onsite event.
Defining the Objective & Core Message
Our presenter is faced with the challenge of highlighting the importance of data analysis in marketing these days, and why marketing professionals should be adaptable to the latest trends. Therefore, using Mintoâs Pyramid Principle, the presenter who already knows the answer – that hunch-based decisions need to be turned into data-driven decisions – plans how to convey the importance of that statement into the presentationâs flow.
Then, a powerful hook comes to mind on how to start this presentation: “Today, I want to share why embracing change isn’t just necessary; it’s our most powerful tool for growth in the marketing world.” Since that statement can sound somewhat vague, the presenter opts for a quote to impact the audience. A definition of what Social Listening is, indicating the connection between data and consumer behavior analysis.
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Concise Content Tailored for the Audience
Research or inquire about the audience’s background in marketing. Are they novices or seasoned professionals? What challenges are they facing? Use this information to shape your presentation content.
In our presenterâs case, the eventâs organizer gave some basic information about the demographics and audienceâs background. Returning to the âideal audience personaâ concept, this presenterâs audience consists of mid-level marketing professionals facing rapid industry changes. Some already have experience working with data analytics but couldnât extract the full potential. Therefore, rather than losing time with basics, the presenter prepares a compelling dashboard slide showing metrics of how working with data helped a client grow its revenue rate by 19% in three months.
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The time limit for this presentation is 6 minutes in total, as a 1-minute Q&A session is contemplated. Therefore, using our word-per-minute calculation, the presenter opts for a 5 minute speech word count of 600 words, as itâs best to impact with powerful visuals and data storytelling rather than to rush the speech. As the recommended slide deck length for this presentation format is between 5 and 10 slides, the presenter opts for 3 extra slides, totaling 13 slides, since the two main points require 2-3 slides each.
The Introduction for this presentation is a powerful statement, as we mentioned above, taking one full minute to deliver the phrase and share the information that backs up such a statement.
The Body will take 3 minutes to be presented, and it shall cover a three-tier structure with the following premises:
- Challenge: “The digital marketing landscape is evolving faster than ever before, leaving many behind.”
- Strategy: “Yet, some marketers are thriving by adopting agile methodologies and data-driven strategies.”
- Success Story: “Take, for example, a small business that doubled its online engagement and grew its revenue rate by 19% in three months just by simply listening to its audience through social media analytics.”
The Conclusion takes another minute, using a powerful slide to leave a lasting thought that the audience can dwell on.
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As the format is brief, the presenter will use powerful graphics to boost audience engagement. Additionally, thereâs a short exercise at the beginning of the presentation where the speaker promptly says: “Turn to the person next to you and share one change you’ve embraced in your marketing strategy this year that made a difference.” This is a fine example of how to implement interactive presentation techniques to boost audience engagement.
Leveraging this kind of strategy helps the audience to connect with the importance of making changes in the marketing strategy of their work environments, but not just any change, something thatâs measurable and has a significant impact. The presenter expects that not many members can successfully relate to change with results due to their inexperience in marketing data analytics – a piece of information disclosed by the eventâs organizer – so the remaining of the presentation consists of âwowingâ the audience on the importance of data and how to measure that impact to stay tuned with the latest trends.
Although it seems an easy-to-adapt format, presenters working under 5-minute presentation can face some challenges that affect the overall outcome of their presentation delivery. Most of these presentation mistakes apply to any kind of presentation. In particular, we consider the following list as beginner mistakes we can easily prevent.
- Using Jargon or Complex Language: This can alienate your audience. Use clear, accessible language.
- Reading from Slides: This is literally âdeath by PowerPoint.â Use slides as a visual aid, not a script.
- Overuse of Animations or Transitions: While they can be engaging, too many can be distracting and appear unprofessional.
Check the following slide decks and PPT templates to maximize your performance in 3-5 minute presentations.
1. 5 Minute Business Marketing Presentation Template
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Create eye-catching marketing presentations by using this best PPT template with a clean layout and wavy backgrounds. The information can be structured around the included icons, maximizing the retention rate by giving an area to focus on just the core information to be disclosed.
Use This Template
2. Business Executive 5-Minute Presentation Template
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Geared toward business presentations, this slide deck layout contains cutting-edge graphics that grab your audienceâs interest. It can be easily customized to speak about your companyâs growth process, reach out to potential investors, or even for non-business topics.
3. Modern Hexagon 5-Minute Pitch Deck PowerPoint Template
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Another clean layout template with vivid colors to highlight the information shared. This professional PPT slide deck helps us discuss data or compare features between competitor products in the blink of an eye. The color palette uses gradients to transition between sections smoothly.
4. Kaleidoscope 5-Minute Company Profile PowerPoint Template
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Although it is intended for company profiles or company overview presentations, this highly visual PPT template can be repurposed for many niches. Due to its limited-space placeholder text areas, the 5 minute speech word count can be significantly reduced, aiming for concise content.
5. Academic 5-Minute Presentation Template
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An ideal template for presenting thesis dissertations, this slide deck features designs to introduce the scope of our research, problem statement, methodology used, outcomes, and their significance while preserving a cohesive aesthetic.
As we can see, concise presentation formats like the 5 minute presentation have their own challenges when we strive for quality. Consider rehearsing your presentation multiple times, opting for the slideshow mode , to spot any areas where you can trim the speech or change text for graphics.
Speak reasonably, and remember itâs best to fall short some seconds and allow for a Q&A session rather than rushing and not giving a proper closure to your speech.
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Short Presentation in PowerPoint: How to Win Your Audience over with a 5 Minute / 5 Slide Presentation! -Includes Examples
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, “No! How can I squash my ideas into that time? Only five minutes?” Actually, it’s easier than you think with the right structure . Hereâs how!
Why give a short presentation?
So when might you only have a few minutes to give a presentation? When making the first steps in applying for a job, for example, or when presenting a product or business idea to potential prospects and investors.
The length does NOT have to be a disadvantage! A well-put-together short presentation, delivered smartly, can actually engage your audience more than a presentation lasting much longer.
Sure, you can go into more detail in a longer presentation, but itâs often more difficult for your audience to stay focused for the full duration. Scientific studies show that most listeners have trouble maintaining their concentration after just 20 minutes.
Havenât you been there yourself? So why ask your audience to do something you find difficult, unless theyâre already on board with your ideas?
Short presentations are actually a great way to present facts, ideas or concepts clearly in only a few minutes. However, take care not to overload them with too much information. Itâs important to distill the content of your presentation down to the essentials and key messages.
The purpose of a short presentation is usually to draw your audienceâs attention to either you or your product. You donât get much time to do this, so you need to know how to focus on whatâs important. The following tips may help.
Short PowerPoint presentation: set-up and structure
A short presentation should have a clear structure so that the audience can easily grasp and digest the information. So:
Introduction :
A brief explanation of what the presentation will be about.
Main body :
This is the actual content of the presentation. This is where to present the most important information.
Conclusion :
A brief summary of what you covered in the presentation.
Also, keep in mind the order of your slides. The first and last slides are the most important as studies have shown these are what people remember . So make sure that these two slides are particularly engaging and give the audience a good overview of your topic.
The order of the other slides is important too, but not as crucial as the first and last slides. Just play around with the order a bit and find what works best for you.
Make the presentation count
How you design your slides is important here. Create slides that are as clear and professional-looking as possible. Be careful not to put too much text on a slide, and make sure you use a font size that is large enough to be clearly seen by everyone.
If you try to put so much text on a slide that you need to make the font too small, youâll lose your audienceâs attention. For tips on choosing the right font, see our “ Fonts in PowerPoint ” post.
Try using pictures and graphics to make your slides more vivd . A picture, as they say, is worth a thousand words. Use images to illustrate and support your statements.
As well as adding visual interest to your slides, they arouse emotions in the audience, whether they know it or not, which makes you and your presentation topic seem more approachable. Be careful not to place too many images on one slide, though, as this can make it look messy.
Surefire ways to make your short presentation compelling:
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- Present no more than three main points . More than this and youâll lose your audience.
- Have a clear structure , so your audience always knows where you are and whatâs coming next. Getting the structure of the presentation clear in advance really helps. Our article âPreparing a PowerPoint Presentation: 11 Tips” shows you how to make the best use of your presentation preparation time.
- Make it easy for the audience to follow you. Use clear and simple language and avoid jargon. Smart use of images and graphics will make your content more vivid.
- Stay positive and confident . Your audience should be reassured that you really know your stuff; how else are they going to take your ideas seriously? Try to avoid coming across as arrogant, though â that automatically puts people off.
- Maintain eye contact with the audience. This demonstrates interest and appreciation – both important factors in convincing people and thus gaining potential customers.
- Be ready for questions . At the end of your presentation, allow a few minutes for questions and discussion. This gives your audience the opportunity to go into further detail or address other aspects as well. Weâve set out a few tips for including Q&A sessions in our article â Prepare for your Q&A in Presentations” .
Short PowerPoint Presentation Example #1: The Five-Minute / Five-Slide Presentation
A classic example here is the five-minute presentation . This is similar to a Pitch-Presentation , but structured slightly differently. Read on to see how.
What does a 5-minute / 5-slide presentation entail?
Imagine you have to present yourself, your company or your product in just a few minutes. You only ever need five slides for this . One way of structuring this, and creating a coherent storyline, would be:
- Overall idea (1st slide) A brief introduction. One slide showing your name might well suffice; you can then briefly describe your field of work or what you do within the company.
- Introduction (2nd slide) Start with a funny story, an anecdote or a quote to attract your audienceâs attention. Then briefly address what you will be talking about. This slide can serve as a short introduction to the topic (company, product or service range).
- Main message (3rd slide) Try to illustrate the main point of your presentation with one or two simple graphics or diagrams. Photos related to your content or theme are also very useful here. PowerPoint is brilliant for this. Aim for as little text as possible, with the visuals doing the work for you.
- Main concepts (4th slide) Underline your main message with three to five essential arguments and present them on a single slide (animated one after the other, if needs be). Remember that peopleâs attention span drops off sharply after absorbing five ideas.
- Conclusion (5th slide) Keep your conclusion short and end your presentation with a summary of the content and key messages of your presentation. These are, of course, what you want your audience to remember.
TIP: When preparing your presentation, remember the main question in your audienceâs mind: “ Whatâs in it for me? ” Weâve covered this in our post about customer benefits . The overriding principle is KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid). Design and present everything as simply as possible!
Questions and discussion after the presentation:
If you have time, give your audience the opportunity to ask questions after the presentation, or actively try to spark a discussion and then moderate it. Allow about 5-10 minutes for this. If necessary, you can create back-up slides beforehand, to deepen certain sub-areas in case of specific questions.
Tips for your Q&A session can be found in our Q&A post .
Less is more
Itâs sadly not uncommon to see slides stuffed with far too much information, whether text or images. The presenter certainly meant well, but failed to realise that their audience wouldnât be able to process and absorb all that information at once. So try to stick to the following when putting your presentation together:
- Maximum one image per slide
- Only one topic per slide
- Minimal text
- Font size at least 18 point
- Maximum two fonts; sans serif fonts are more legible
- Display figures as graphs and diagrams
- No more than four colors per slide
In a five-minute presentation, you need to get to the point as quickly as possible . So skip the lengthy introductions and aim to grab your audience’s attention right at the start. Try to summarize your presentation as pithily as possible, too, to leave them wanting more.
While presenting, donât forget to establish eye contact with the audience . Just standing there reading the text of a presentation from the slides is a common mistake, and one which quickly loses an audienceâs attention.
Try to speak as fluently and freely as possible , so that you donât look as though youâre just reading off your content (which can come across as a lack of competence or preparation). Invest enough time in preparing your presentation and practice it in front of an audience of acquaintances or, if needs be, in front of a mirror, until youâve internalized the content and flow of your presentation.
Coming across as confident is just as important for the success of your presentation as its actual content. Don’t underestimate the influence that body language, speaking speed, gestures and facial expressions have on how the audience perceives your presentation. We go into this in detail in our “body language” post.
Keep your presentation lively by using figures of speech or catchy metaphors at appropriate points. Weâve gone into how (and why) to integrate rhetoric into your presentation in our âPublic speeking skills” post.
Short Presentation PowerPoint Example #2: The Three-Minute Presentation
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Imagine you only have three minutes. Three minutes in which to tell your audience everything they need to know about your idea, your product and your company. Well, itâs possible with a three-minute presentation! This is exactly what it sounds like: a coherent narrative, or story, in three minutes.
How to get your presentation to the point
The essence of this concept is to answer these three questions “ What’s it about?”, “How does it work?” and “Whatâs in it for me? ” in a few short paragraphs, a handful of slides and finally a short, pithy statement. A strong and compelling three-minute presentation will consist of roughly 25 sentences.
Write these down in advance so you have a clear outline in your head , making the presentation lively. Short and snappy is what youâre aiming for. You can get to the meat of your presentation in three minutes; try it! Even if you have longer to present, itâs a tremendously useful exercise.
“If Iâd had more time, I would have written a shorter letter.” Blaise Pascal, mathematician and philosopher
The above quote is really on point. It takes time and effort to organize your thoughts into short, coherent sentences, but itâs so worth it. Thereâs a lot of excess verbiage about, the result of people just writing down whatever comes to mind, however disorganized it is. This has the effect of boring or confusing people, or both. It really pays to condense your thoughts smartly.
So you need to work out which are your most important points, weigh them against each other, and discard any excess. This is the only way to communicate clearly and concisely.
Itâs really useful to have the essentials of what you want to communicate distilled into their bare bones when time is short. If you know exactly what you need to say, you can fit it into whatever time slot youâre given, even if the half hour youâd expected ends up being only five minutes.
This is also invaluable if your boss unexpectedly asks you what you’re working on, or if you’re talking to a client and they want a brief overview of your presentation.
Getting your presentation distilled down to three minutes is very advantageous , even if you plan on presenting for longer. Concentrating on the essentials not only shows creativity, but also organizational and communication skills. Youâll have a strong core to your message and wonât need to depend on your presentation slides and charts.
Storytelling or Elevator Pitch?
An elevator pitch gets to the heart of your ideas in just a few minutes, and is great for getting someone new to what youâre presenting to want to learn more.
The focus in an elevator pitch is on the positive aspects of your ideas , for example their uniqueness and utility. Of course, the pitch must be delivered persuasively enough for the conversation to continue in a follow-up meeting afterwards!
Storytelling focuses on the story , which pulls the power of emotions into your content, selling them better. So storytelling can also work for a three-minute presentation. Do keep it short and resist going off on tangents, though. Weâve covered all this in our “Storytelling” post.
When you donât have enough time to present (all) your slides
Even if the time youâre allowed for a presentation is really short (say your customer or client arrives late, then has to leave for another appointment soon), you can still make a strong impression with a three-minute story. It means you always have a plan B up your sleeve.
If you know exactly what you want to communicate, it will be easy to spontaneously adapt it to whatever time limits you are given. This way, many of your slides, diagrams and graphics are an added extra, rather than being something you are lost without.
Short PowerPoint presentations: More examples
Short presentations are an effective way to engage your audience with your idea, offer or brand. They can also be used to draw attention to a specific aspect or trigger an action. Short presentations are often used as presentation teasers to capture the audience’s interest and make them want to learn more. Examples include:
- Presenting a new brand or product
- Presenting a current topic or trend
- Presenting your company’s successes or growth
- Presenting your company’s vision or mission statement
- An informational or educational presentation
- A scientific topic within your own discipline
- A research paper, a concept, an innovative project
- A hot social or political topic
- A presentation on climate change, migration, globalization, inflation, conflicts
- A topic from your private life such as a vacation, a special experience or a passion
- A historical event
- The history and development of a company you admire
- An artist whose work you find interesting
- Your favorite book/movie/musical/etc.
As you can see, the short presentation is ideal for a huge range of topics and occasions. Two examples are introducing a new product or a new service to potential customers. How to get those into the short presentation format?
Presenting a new product
When introducing a new product, first highlight its key features and benefits. Then explain the different applications of the product and provide examples of them. Finally, you can ask the audience to test the product and give feedback.
Introducing a new service
present this successfully, start by highlighting the added value and customer benefits. Then explain the different areas of application in more detail and show with concrete examples of where your service can be used meaningfully, and the advantages and results it has led to with your existing clientele.
To sum up: Short PowerPoint presentations â how to effectively use limited time to deliver your presentations in a target-oriented way
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Short presentations are a great way to present and communicate topics to an audience. Why? Because they help the audience grasp the key message of the presentation in the shortest amount of time.
This is especially important when the audience is in the middle of a conference or workshop and has a limited attention span. Presentations are an important means of conveying information to an audience. So follow our tips to make your short presentation the best it can be and achieve your goals.
Got further questions about short PowerPoint presentations, or indeed general questions about PowerPoint? Please donât hesitate to contact us! Feel free to email us your question at [email protected] . Weâre always happy to help!
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How to Make Effective Impactful Presentations (Tips & Tools)
Learn how to make a good presentation great - step-by-step with examples. Learn the principles, guidelines & qualities needed to prepare captivating slides.
Dominika Krukowska
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Short answer
Short answer: how to make a good presentation.
Start with a surprising statement, a bold promise, or a mystery
Provide context with a bit of background information
Structure your presentation within a story framework
Make every word count, and use as few as possible
Use visuals only to support your presentation text
Use interactive design to make your audience active participants
End by telling your audience what they can do with what they’ve learned
Boring presentations are instantly forgotten. How’s yours?
Lifeless presentations can spell doom for your message, leaving your audience disengaged and your goals unreached.
The price of a mediocre presentation is steep; missed opportunities, unimpressed prospects, and a bad rep.
In a world where everyone has grown to expect a good story, a boring presentation will be instantly forgotten. Like a drop in the ocean.
But not all is lost.
This post will teach you how presentation pros create compelling narratives and leverage the latest tech tools to command attention, drive a powerful message, and get shared like gossip.
Let’s get started!
How to prepare a presentation?
The successful presenter understands the value of small details and thorough preparation like the seasoned chef knows the importance of quality ingredients and careful technique for serving a 5 star dish
But where do you start?
Step-by-step guide for preparing a presentation:
1. Define your objective
Every presentation needs a clear goal. Are you looking to persuade, educate, or motivate? Perhaps you aim to showcase a product, or share insights about a recent project.
Defining your objective early on will guide your content creation process, helping you to focus your message and structure your presentation effectively. Think of your objective as the North Star guiding your presentation journey.
2. Analyze your audience
Next up, who are you talking to? Your audience should shape your presentation as much as your objective does. Understanding their needs, interests, and background will enable you to tailor your message to resonate with them.
Are they experts in your field, or are they novices looking for an introduction? What questions might they have? The more you know about your audience, the more compelling your presentation will be.
3. Research your topic
Once you've defined your objective and analyzed your audience, it's time to delve deep into your topic. Comprehensive research lays the groundwork for a robust, credible presentation.
Don't just scratch the surface – explore different perspectives, recent developments, and key statistics. This will not only enhance your understanding but also equip you with a wealth of information to answer any questions your audience might have.
4. Choose the right delivery format
Finally, consider the best format to deliver your message.
The right format can make all the difference in how your message is received, so choose wisely!
PowerPoint presentations are classic and easy to work with. But PowerPoint and Google slides are not so versatile in terms of their content experience. They're static, packed with information, and all look alike.
Our own presentation maker offers interactive, personalized, and multimedia content experience.
Data from our research of over 100K presentation sessions shows that audiences engage with Storydoc presentations 103% better than PowerPoint.
How to create an effective presentation?
There’s part art and part science in creating high-engagement high-impact presentations.
An effective presentation is the painstaking result of well-organized content, visuals that support and elevate your message, simplifying complex information, and personalizing wherever possible.
I wrote this post to teach you how to do all these, and a few things more.
Ready to learn? Let's dive in!
How to organize your presentation content?
Crafting a compelling presentation is like writing a page-turner.
You need to captivate your audience, maintain their interest, and guide them effortlessly through your narrative.
But how do you transform a heap of information into a well-structured presentation you can’t stop reading? There’s a structure you can follow.
3-step process for organizing a magnetic presentation:
1. Prioritize content
Your presentation should immediately capture interest and demonstrate relevance before moving on to establish understanding .
A) Build interest:
Begin with a strong hook that grabs your audience's attention. This could be an intriguing statistic, a powerful image , or an engaging question. It should stir curiosity and make your audience eager to hear more.
B) Establish relevance:
Once you have their attention it's time to establish why your presentation matters to your audience.
Address your audience's main concerns. Make sure your content directly speaks to these pain points, and address them in order of importance.
2. Build anticipation
A great presentation is like getting a new car – it builds anticipation, takes you on a thrilling ride, and ends with you wanting to share the experience with all your friends.
Start with a compelling problem your audience relates to and follow up with a promise of an amazing way they can solve it. This problem-solution dynamic creates a suspense that keeps your audience glued to your presentation.
3. Use a story framework
Finally, use a story framework to give your presentation structure and flow.
Begin with a big idea that underpins your presentation. Then delve into the problem, showcasing why it needs attention. Present your solution, painting a vision of a better future for your audience.
Weave in concrete examples of how your solution changes lives.
Tell the story of WHO you helped, WHAT the situation was before and after your solution, WHERE and WHEN it happened, WHY it worked and HOW it made them feel.
If you’re writing a business presentation you should follow this with an execution plan that outlines how the solution will be implemented.
Finally, close with clear next steps, guiding your audience on what they should do after the presentation to bring meaningful change into their lives.
Our recommended story framework:
How to design your presentation?
A good presentation is more than just making it look pretty ; it's about communicating your message effectively and creating a lasting impression.
Good presentation design grabs attention, and leads it to where it’s needed most. It takes your hand and leads you through the easiest and most pleasant path to understanding.
Good presentation design supports your message rather than steals the spotlight. Good design is narrated design.
What is narrated design (Scrollytelling)?
Scrollytelling, where "scroll" meets "storytelling", is an interactive content experience that guides readers through a narrative journey with a simple scroll. It connects text, images, videos, and animations into integrated “scenes” where content is both shown and narrated.
Scrollytelling breaks complex content into digestible chunks and gives the reader control over pace. It has been scientifically shown to enhance engagement, understandability and memorability.
Scrollytelling came up as a central thing when Itai Amoza, our Founder and CEO was building the foundations for Storydoc.
He partnered with one of the world’s leading visualization scientists , prof. Steven Franconeri , to help him bring to Storydoc the means to reduce the complexity, friction, and information overload so characteristic of business presentations.
Scrollytelling is part of the solutions that came up, which led to specialized storytelling slides like our narrator slide (in the example below).
An example of Storydoc scrollytelling:
How to design presentation visuals to support your story
Presentation visuals can be unsung heroes or sloppy distractions.
Visuals can bring your message to life, make complex concepts easy to understand, and engage your audience in ways that words alone cannot. Or… they can sit there looking all pretty and distract you from what’s really going on.
4 elements of great presentation visuals:
Support your message: Your visuals should support your text, highlight your main message, and align with your objective. They should reinforce your points and help your audience understand your message.
Represent your audience: The best visuals are relatable. They should resonate with your target audience and reflect their world of associations. Use images and graphics that your audience can identify with – this can enhance their engagement and make your presentation more memorable. Equally important is using clean images - an effective way to do this is by using tools that allow you to remove your image backgrounds . By eliminating distractions and focusing on your subject, you create images that are more impactful and, therefore, can potentially increase audience engagement.
Introduce your product, outcomes, and clients: Wherever possible, use visuals to demonstrate your product, illustrate outcomes, and represent your clients. This can remove doubt and misunderstanding by letting your audience see (and make obvious) what words sometimes struggle to describe.
Follow your branding guidelines: Your presentation is an extension of your brand, so your visuals should conform to your branding guidelines. Consistent use of colors, fonts, and styles not only enhances brand recognition but also creates a cohesive, professional look.
Here’s an example of a well-designed presentation:
How to communicate complex information?
Did you ever have to read a presentation where you felt like you're lost in a maze of jargon, data, and complex concepts?
Are you giving others this same experience?
Communicating complex information is a common challenge in presentations. But there are ways you can simplify your presentation and reengage your audience.
Here’s how you can get complex information across:
1. Use interactive content
Interactive content is your best friend when it comes to simplifying complex information and getting deeply engaged with your content.
It gets the readers more involved in your presentation by letting them play an active part; like choosing the content route they wish to take and controlling the pace.
It keeps your presentation textually lean - giving readers the choice to expand more details on demand (in tabs, live graphs, sliders, accordions, and calculators).
Beyond that, live graphs can illustrate trends, animations can demonstrate processes, and videos can bring concepts to life.
Calculators, questionnaires, and chatbots provide personalized and specific answers to readers as part of your presentation, without them having to get in touch with you or your team.
Elavating your presentations from static to interactive has been tied to increasing the number of people who read your presentation in full by 41% !
Making interactive used to be hard, but now you can just use Storydoc. Go make your first interactive presentation. It’s easy as pie.
2. Show don’t tell
A picture is worth a thousand words. Because no one will read a presentation with a thousand words, do everyone a favor and use images.
Images can be super effective at communicating complex information and save you a lot of needless text.
In fact, visual representation of data and concepts can often convey what words cannot. Use diagrams, infographics, and images to illustrate your points and simplify the complex.
The goal is to create a visual narrative that complements your verbal one.
3. Narrate your content
Storytelling is another powerful tool for communicating complex concepts.
Whether it's through text to speech AI, video bubbles, or a scrollytelling narrator slide, narrating your content can help guide your audience through the complexity.
By giving your information a narrative structure, you can make it more digestible, engaging, and memorable.
According to Sales Hacker’s data, people remember up to 10% of numbers and 25% of images they see. When you center your presentation around a story, this rises to 60-70% .
4. Use examples and allegories
Examples and allegories help unravel the complexity of ideas.
They scaffold your message with concepts we already know and understand, and can easily imagine in our mind. This makes them less new and intimidating and more familiar.
Critically, the real secret lies in selecting examples that are not just familiar but also deeply relevant—those are the ones that will truly ring with your listeners.
If you tailor the allegory to your audience's world, it is guaranteed to lead to an “aha” moment.
5. Open a line of communication
Finally, invite dialogue. This could be through a chatbot or an option to book a meeting for further discussion. This not only helps clarify any confusion but also encourages engagement and deepens understanding.
For example, finishing your presentation with an interactive calendar to book a meeting instead of a generic “Thank you” slide has proven to boost conversion rate by 27% !
How to personalize your presentation?
Imagine attending a party where the host doesn't remember your name or anything about you. Not a great experience, right? The same holds true for presentations.
In a sea of generic content, personalization can be a lifeline that connects you to your audience on a deeper level. It’s also the single most important predictor of success, getting 68% more people to read your presentation in full .
But how do you add that personal touch?
1. Address reader by name
Just as you wouldn't start a conversation without a greeting, don't start your presentation without acknowledging your audience.
Using your audience's name can make your presentation feel like a personal conversation rather than a generic monologue. It's a simple yet powerful way to engage your audience from the get-go.
2. Use their company logo
Including your audience's company logo in your presentation can make them feel seen and valued. It shows that you've taken the time to tailor your presentation to them, enhancing its relevance and appeal.
Plus, it's a subtle way to reinforce that your message is specifically designed to address their needs and challenges.
3. Add a personal message (video or text)
A personal message can go a long way in building a connection with your audience.
It could be a video message from you, expressing your enthusiasm for the opportunity to present to them, or a text message highlighting why the presentation matters to them.
This personal touch can make your audience feel special and more invested in your presentation.
4. Personalize your Call-to-Action
Finally, cap off your presentation with a call to action that speaks directly to your audience.
Swap out the generic 'Contact us' with something that gets to the heart of their needs, something like, 'Let's roll up our sleeves and tackle your [specific issue] at [their company].'
By tailoring your call to action, you show your audience you've truly got their back, that you're not just here to talk, but to make a real, positive impact on their world.
Here’s an example of a personalized slide:
How to measure the effectiveness of your presentation
Imagine if you could peek into your audience's mind, understand what resonated, what fell flat, and what drove them to action?
Presentation analytics is essential in order to guide you on how to fine-tune it for maximum impact.
But how do you get your hands on presentation analytics?
Any presentation you create with Storydoc comes with an out-of-the-box analytics suite , ready to track and provide insights.
We give you 100% visibility into how people engage with your presentations and send you real-time engagement alerts.
Here’s a video explaining how you can track performance with our analytics panel:
4 critical presentation engagement metrics to keep track of
1. Reading time
Storydoc gives you the precise time prospects spend reading your presentation so you can quickly figure out what's hitting the target and what's not.
Are they soaking up every word or just quickly skimming through? This can help you shape your content to hit the bullseye.
NOTE: Keep in mind that reading time alone might not show you a full picture. A better way is to use a smart engagement score that brings together different metrics like time spent and depth of reading. You can get this kind of total score in Storydoc.
2. Reading completion
Another basic metric we track is how many people read your content from start to finish.
This metric is a strong sign of the prospect’s interest and your content quality. It shows you if they're finding the information relevant, but also worth sticking with till the end.
3. Next step conversion rate
This one tracks how many people take the next step after they check out your presentation. This could be filling out a form, setting up a meeting, or downloading more files.
For business presentations, measuring this can show how well your presentation is pushing people further down the sales funnel.
At the top of your analytics dashboard, you can find a tab that shows you how many people clicked on your CTA divided by presentation, date, and location. If you scroll down to the list of readers, next to each person you can also see whether they clicked on the CTA or not.
Here's what it looks like:
4. Number of shares
This metric is particularly important for B2B sales teams . As more people are getting involved in buying decisions, this measure helps you see if and when your content is being passed around inside your prospect’s company.
On the analytics dashboard, under each presentation version, you can find detailed information on how many people read it. So, the higher the number, the more your presentation has been shared internally.
We'll notify you when your presentation has been shared, and who opened it, so you can time your follow-up perfectly to your buyer’s readiness to advance further.
Here's where you can find this information:
Best tool for making an effective presentation
In the realm of presentation tools, classics like Google Slides and PowerPoint offer simplicity and ease, while Canva and Pitch add a dash of design flair and collaboration.
If you're seeking to elevate your presentations to new heights you’ll need to do better than simple PowerPoints or flashy Canvas. Next-gen AI presentation tools like Storydoc are your game-changer.
They break free from the static concept of slides and offer the creation of interactive, immersive content experiences that sweep us along like a good story.
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The daunting task of sitting down to work on a presentation that needs to be effective enough to get your point across as quickly and efficiently as possible, might want you to curl up deeper inside your blanket.
Hereâs the good part: You can read this article on your phone from your comfy hideout.
As much as people picture presentations to be a difficult task, I personally, enjoy it!
To find the right colour scheme or infographic, or when the text and picture align perfectly, it is a fun experience clicking F5 and just watching your creation seamlessly spill out facts after facts while looking so minimalistic and neat!
Now that you know what I dream about at 2:00 PM in the afternoon, letâs get to work on creating and delivering a well curated, killer presentation which is short and effective, regardless if you have presentation daydreams or not!
What is a Short Presentation?
It would be a really awkward start if you were trying to hit a bullseye without the target board.
I present to you the simplest explanation of a short presentation from my caffeine induced writing:
Short presentations are for no longer than 5 minutes that gives an idea about what the topic is.
It is sort of an overview of your topic and really makes you prioritise what content you need to add in your presentation. Weâll get to this shortly, keep scrolling!
Before we begin working on our presentation, we need an outline or sort of checklist that will help us create our 5 minute presentation.
This will give us an idea of what our presentation will look like.
Essentially for a 5 minute presentation weâre looking at covering 5 topics that will bring your presentation to a complete circle. Letâs get cracking!
1. Introduction
Every presentation needs an introduction, even with a time crunch, this is a very important step in a presentation.
This gives your audience time to form their own opinions on the topic and build a connection with the speaker (thatâs you!)
A killer opening might just make those first impressions all positive! Check out this video to work on your introductions:
Now that you have an idea about what exactly you do in an introduction, letâs make one thing clear, for a 5 minute presentation, your introduction needs to be extremely short. Again. For the people in the back: 5 minute presentation introductions need to be EXTREMELY SHORT.
Before you make assumptions and finish your introduction in two lines, letâs give you a time frame: 15 â 40 seconds, based on your topic. This would give you enough time to make an impression and add relevant content as well.
Pro Tip: If you are struggling to shorten your introduction, try avoiding introducing yourself because firstly, the emcee would do that and second, you can always add a little bit about you in your cover slide or your 1st title slide. Another thing that can help you save time throughout your presentation is making sure your title is extremely short. A long title would just become too many words by the time you finish your presentation and after saying it once, they donât really add any value.
2. Problem Statement / Details of what you are addressing
This slide is like knowing the problem, knowing the answer and just talking about it.
Usually a 5 minute presentation just has one topic or a major focus, you can either explain a problem that your topic solves like how Electric Vehicles solve the whole gas pricing increasing, long term savings issue and of course sustainability and global warming.
Once you find an angle, your answer essentially becomes your topic.
PS. I wouldnât take more than a slide to address the problem. Using too many slides in just 5 minutes will only distract your audience.
3. Solution
We have the question and the answer and just like every math solution site ever, in the previous slide we havenât shown them the work, the way to get to the answer.
Weâre better than that arenât we? Letâs build solutions, show them the work. If we are talking about EVs being cheaper in the long run, do the math, show them how much they invest and how it makes a difference.
This section is the most content heavy part of your presentation, you can talk about your ideas, innovation, theories and play around with games and tricks during your presentation because this is where you audience will begin to dose off or get excited but creating the excitement is up to you.
If your presentation is more research based than on your personal work, using a lot of verbal stats might be your go to, but remember numbers everywhere will confuse your audience.
A good trick would be to add most of your statistics on your slides and highlight / mention the most impactful ones.
4. Limitations
In most theories or even hard facts there are always gaps and cracks, even Marvel came out with a âWhat ifâ series!
It is always good to address these cracks once you give your solutions, maybe even fuse the two together to keep things interesting.
This helps the audience go âOh, that is wickedâ or just get them thinking, talking about the topic.
Pro Tip: If you have too many things to talk about in this section you can use some facts or âbelieve it or notâ type theories as interjections to catch the audience off guard or maybe even turn them into jokes!
5. Conclusion
This is the most crucial, yet flexible part of your presentation. Remember that it is only for 5 minutes so you really have a time crunch by now. You canât really sum up everything.
The good thing is you donât need to! One perk of 5 minute presentations is that it is very direct and short. This means that pretty much most of your content is still fresh in your audienceâs mind.
All you need to do now is work on a killer ending. Hereâs a video that can help!
Content and Delivery
Now that we know what the final presentation might look like, letâs work on building it by going into detail about it.
Letâs work on this the way Toastmasters International evaluates our speeches. Divide it into Content and Delivery.
On the content front, we will be covering everything from the colours, fonts, animation topics, prioritising content, the type of words we can use, and a few other things that happen before you step on the stage.
For delivery, weâll be working on the show-person inside you, from everything about how and where you can stand to what you can do apart from the presentation to grab the audienceâs attention and more!
I understand some of you might be a little curious about the âToastmasters Internationalâ thing. It is a public speaking forum. Since I know some of us here are visual learners while others prefer to read, if you are interested in exploring it, you can check out our article: All About Toastmasters â What Is It, My Journey And Why You Should Try It or check out this video:
We will be going chronologically because just like presentations, in articles too, we canât eat the cake until after we bake it! Letâs get going!
Put on your creative hat and letâs get cracking.
1. Prioritise
Being an expert in a topic is usually a good thing but sometimes, experts know too much when compared to a complete beginner. There are three ways this situation can play out.
- You skim over some extremely important yet insignificant looking foundational topics because youâve chosen to prioritise a complex topic.
- You dumb down things waaaay too much and you end up adding not much value for your audience or to your presentation
- You do it just right, the right content and explanation, because either you have a knack for teaching or are a teacher, or just remember the days when you were a beginner perfectly.
Here is the catch, how do you know that your audience is a beginner crowd? This is one of the most important factors while prioritising your content.
Understanding your audience
Once you know your audience it becomes so much more easier to gauge the type of content that would add value and be useful to them.
You can use it to understand what type of topics you can cover, for beginners they might be looking at careers and building their foundation while the experts would rather enjoy a more technical and âin the newsâ take on the topic.
Pro Tip: Never! Never use complex jargons with your audience and if you have to, make sure to explain it on your slide or in your speech. With experts and people who know the field, you can use jargons but preferably use the least you can while not making it sound like you are dumbing it down for your audience.
Check out our video to gain a better understanding on how to analyse your audience!
2. Colours, fonts, layout and more!
We need to make your presentation look direct, concise and cute (this is the adjective I am going with, feel free to add your own!)
Colours, fonts and layouts and infographics and all of the other tools are something that gives your presentation a personality, and I believe it is best to find a colour scheme that reflects your personality.
For example, if you are a person who love minimalistic artefacts and aesthetics, a more softer, mellow, and essentially beige colour scheme is what would bounce off your personality on the stage.
If you are confused about what say âyouâ the best, the quickest way to define yourself with an adjective and go to Pinterest and search that word with maybe these keywords:
- Bedroom Ideas
- Office DĂŠcor
- Outfit ideas
And pick the theme that you like the most!
Now listen here. I need your complete and undivided attention. Just because you need to define yourself with an adjective doesnât mean you go into a downward philosophical spiral about your existence.
If you are finding it hard to define yourself, try figuring out how you want to come across in your presentation, do you want to appear organised â minimalist is the adjective for it. If you are looking to be intelligent or futuristic â techy / tech savvy could be an option.
Another way to figure out the colours, fonts and layouts and all the other tools of a presentation is to go by topic. Find out what your topic talks about and build your presentation personality from there!
2.1. Templates
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This is another quick and easy way to work on efficient presentations. Use readymade templates! There is no hard and fast rule that says you need to create your presentation from scratch. If it makes your life easy, why not!
With using templates comes this additional benefit of not needing to hunt for infographics or images or a neat layout, it is all handed out to you in a platter. They even have topic specific layouts created and ready to use! How cool is that?!?
There are so many sites out there for exactly this, some are listed below! 1. Canva 2. Slidego 3. Slides Carnival 4. Visme
The length of your presentation, here, the number of slides you have, should be in the range of 5-7.
Remember you are preparing for a presentation that will last for about 5 minutes and changing more than 1-2 slides a minute is time consuming and the audience would not be able to decide whether they should be focusing on what you are saying or showing.
I understand that wanting to speak about so many cool things within 5 minutes is not enough, I have been there!
Here is an easy way to refine your presentations to be as direct and crisp as possible:
Step 1: Data Dump
Do the data dump first. All the things youâve prioritised and decided that you want to keep in your presentation, dump it all into your slides topic wise.
Step 2: Organise
Once you have all your data, move the slides around, find an order that goes from level 0 to level X â you decide the number of levels based on your topic!
Build a flow of information that is easy to grasp and understand and doesnât jump back and forth as much.
Step 3: Edit
Now that you know what goes where and what comes after what, you can now choose to scrap topics (yes again, the more you refine the more you can get the perfect well rounded finish on your presentation) and combine them.
Step 4: Make pretty!
If you are combining topics in your presentation, doesnât mean you make it crowded and too much information for the audience to consume, they would end up reading the slide instead of paying any attention to you and we do not want that, no matter what your stage fright tells you.
You presentation needs to look neat, appealing to the eye, not hard to read and simple.
If it is getting too much, I would suggest going to one of the template sites mentioned above and just check out the various templates available to get a grasp on what I am talking about. It is extremely simple and easy. You got this!
Here is another article you can check out to see what other tools you can use to make your presentation better! 5 Presentations Tools To Use With Multimedia Presentations
4. Other effects
Things like animation, slide transitions and other effects have a huge advantage in making your presentation look pleasing to the eye, but is it very easy to overdo it.
Here is a hack that I use to make sure that I never make my presentation âtoo much.â
One word: Consistency.
If you are using a slide transition, make sure to apply it to all your slides. This creates a form of flow (try saying that 5 times quickly!) in your delivery.
Also, given that you do not have many slides, it doesnât make sense for you to waste time on transitions both while creating and delivering your presentation.
The same goes for animations, there are so many options available, you can even make them come on clicks and use it as a âstep-wiseâ explanation technique.
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There are so many things you can do to have a killer delivery, but the fact is that to bask in your limelight for those 5 minutes, you need to prepare fairly in advance.
Letâs check out a few things that you can do to help rock your delivery!
1. Use the right pronouns
I am a proud ally and one way I can effect change is though what I do.
Hereâs my tip to you, try asking for any personâs pronouns before you address them with one. If you are uncomfortable asking, instead of using an assumptive pronoun, use they/them. It is gender neutral and puts forth a more formal and no-conflict tone.
It is important to announce your pronouns as well for people to know how they are supposed to address you.
Here is a helpful article I found about gender pronouns if you are interested in learning more about it! What To Know About Gender Pronouns
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This wonât require you to explore Pinterest but it would help if you check out the room you are going to be speaking in.
Make sure to wear well contrasting colours with the background and the presentation so that you stand out and make it easy for your audience to spot you and refocus when they dose off or arenât attentive.
Letâs say that youâve got a well lit room, your outfit does not blend in with the background and your presentation is both interactive and informative. You stand in one place and begin. You are doing everything right and yet, the audience seems distracted.
One possible explanation would be that you are stagnant and in being so, for the audience, you may not have blended into the background but you have become a part of it!
Moving around when you give a presentation is effective, but you need to gauge when to do it. An easy hack to this is: Speak-Stay, Transition-Transportation.
It essentially means that when you are speaking or delivering an important point, stay in one place, the only thing the audience should need to focus on is your content, but when you move from one topic or segment to another, you move, it shows the audience that they are moving on from topic to another and helps smoothen your transitions.
Another thing to keep in mind is that, there might be situations where you can not move, less stage area, the mic is attached to the podium, it is an online platform or physical limitations. Do not fret. It is okay and you can use your voice by changing tones or effect transitions instead or you can come up with your own creative technique!
Pro Tip: Make sure that when you do move, do not hide your presentation slide and try to speak from either ends of the screen.
4. Make things relevant
Is your presentation about palaeontology or space travel?
It can be anything under the sun, but one of the best ways to keep the audience alert and interested is by connecting it to the present.
Basic Human Psychology. Talk or mention something that they possibly wouldâve heard about and their ears will prick up, or ask them a simple question like âHave you heard about XYZ?â and wait for their response, react, connect that to your content and move on.
This will make the audience feel that they know something about the topic and will keep them interested.
Wait. How do you know what the audience knows? Current Affairs.
There is always some news which is trending or controversial or simply too important that it is all people talk about, use that to your benefit, read up on your current affairs and decide what suits your content the best and work on segue to bring it up enough to hold your audienceâs attention but not too detailed that you deviate from the topic.Â
There are various other ways to keep your audience engaged, check out this TedTalk to learn more about it!
Examples of 5 Minute Presentations
Here are some examples to help you understand different ways you can build your presentation!
Topic Ideas
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Now that you have an easy guide to creating and delivering a killer short presentation, here are a few topic ideas that you might like to use!
- Adopting a pet
- Endangered Species
- Therapy Animals
- Financing for College
- How to choose your major
- Coffee â Good / Bad Habit
- Body Shaming
- Social Media and its importance
- Outer space
- Stereotypes and superstitions (like using the number 13!)
Final Thoughts
Short presentations are fairly easy to give and are fun. If you find it difficult, that is normal too. Just take it one step at a time and prioritise your content FIRST, trust me. A mammoth of your work will be done.
Deep breaths and steps at your own pace, youâll get there. đ
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How To Make Short Presentations Effective
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On occasion, we are called on to give a presentation or speak to group of people on a particular topic. We know we can speak for a long time on many subjects but imagine you only have 5 – 10 minutes to give your talk. How can you give the most effective talk without going over the 10 minute mark? Can we deliver a presentation that will land with people and make you memorable? There are specific principles that you must adhere to if you are only given a short window to deliver your message.
These same concepts can be extrapolated out to sales managers and marketing executives who may have 30 minutes to talk but really need a full hour to get across their points. Stick to these 5 tips and you’ll be able to give effective and dynamic presentations in 5 minutes or 30 minutes.
In our post on Steve Jobs , he was a master at this. The fact is that people remember things in threes. When you get above that number, it can be tough for audience members to recall all the facets of your talk. This becomes even more critical when you have a short window of opportunity to deliver your talk. Of course sticking with the purpose of your message, keep your talk to three take-aways. Tell them those three take-aways at the beginning. Flush them out in the middle. And at the end, remind them of those take-aways. Sticking to the power of three will make your short and dynamic presentations memorable and incredibly effective.
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Telling a story is a surefire way to wrap your audience into your message. We’re not suggest telling your story for the entire 5 – 10 minute talk. You may tell your audience you want to share a story that will drive home your point. And if you are figuring out what exactly you have to tell the audience in the presentation speech , tell them the story and then for the last minute explain it’s importance and how it relevant to them. Stories allow people to be in your world, which makes it even easier for you to share your world with them.
Stick To Your Purpose
Many times, speakers will go over the 10 minute mark of a short presentation because they’re not staying true to the purpose of the presentation or they’re adding in too many details that really aren’t vital to the purpose. At the beginning of any presentation you create, think about the purpose and remind yourself of it so you’ll remember exactly why you’re giving the talk to begin with. By integrating the theme of maximizing sales with virtual presentations , you can create a creative presentation that not only resonates but also drives action.
5 – 10 Slides Max
Do not go into a presentation with 20 slides when you have only 5 – 10 minutes to talk. Frankly, anything over 7 slides if a bit much. Also, do not place a lot of text and information that needs to be explained. It is next to impossible to spend 30 seconds to 1 minute per slide without giving off the impression that you are rushing. When you’re rushing, your message is not being properly conveyed.
Must Practice & Time Yourself
This is an often overlooked area, but practicing your talk is probably the best thing you can do when you are limited on time. Practicing allows you to think through specific areas of the talk and how they’ll resonate. It also lets you know if you’re going over the time allotted and what areas may or may not need to be curtailed. Some people choose not to practice because they think they’re better “off-the-cuff.” This is actually a fallacy and most of the best public speakers practice relentlessly including the late Steve Jobs. Practice makes perfect and practicing will only make you an effective presenter.
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Making a short presentation based on your research: 11 tips
Markus goldstein, david evans.
Over the past few weeks, weâve both spent a fair amount of time at conferences. Given that many conferences ask researchers to summarize their work in 15 to 20 minutes, we thought weâd reflect on some ideas for how to do this, and â more importantly â how to do it well.
- You have 15 minutes. Thatâs not enough time to use the slides you used for that recent 90-minute academic seminar. One recent presentation one of us saw had 52 slides for 15 minutes. No amount of speed talking will get you through this in anything resembling coherence. (And quit speed talking, anyway. This isnât a FedEx commercial !) There is no magic number of slides since the content youâll have and how you talk will vary. But if you have more than 15 slides, then #2 is doubly important.
- Practice. This is the great thing about a 15-minute talk: You can actually afford to run through it, out loud. Running through it once in advance can reveal to you â wow! â that itâs actually a 25-minute talk and you need to cut a bunch. Of course, the first time through the presentation it may take a bit longer than you will when you present, but if you have any doubts, practice again (bringing your prep time to a whopping 30 minutes plus a little bit).
- You need a (short) narrative. What is the main story you are trying to tell with this paper? Fifteen minutes works better for communicating a narrative then for taking an audience through every twist and turn of your econometric grandeur. Deciding on your narrative will help with the discipline in the points that follow.
- A model or results? Even if your audience is all academics, you donât have academic seminar time. So the first thing to do is to figure out which is more important to get across â your model or your empirical results. Then trim the other one down to one slide, max. If the results are your focus (usually the case for us), give the audience a sense of how the model is set up, and what the main implications are as they pertain to the results you will show. Conversely, if itâs the model thatâs more important, the empirical results will come later and you can just give the very brief highlights that bolster the key points.
- The literature. Really, really minimal. If you do it at all, choose only the papers that you are either going to build on in a major way or contradict. For some types of discussants, it may help to include them, even if they donât meet the other criteria. Marc Bellemare takes an even stronger stance: âNever, ever have a literature review in your slides. If literature reviews are boring to read in papers, they are insanely boring to listen to during presentations.â
- Program details. Here itâs a bit of a balance. The audience needs a flavor for the program, they need to understand what it did and how itâs different from other things (particularly other things with some kinds of evidence). But only in exceptional cases (as in, itâs a really different program for theoretical reasons, or you donât have more than process results yet) do you want this to eat up a lot of your time.
- You donât have time to go through the nitty gritty of the data. We get that every detail about the survey was fascinating (we spend a lot of our lives thinking about this). But if itâs not key to the story, save it for a longer presentation (or another paper). And if youâre doing a primarily theoretical paper, this is a bullet on one slide.
- Balance and summary stats. Key summary stats that tell the audience who the people are might make the cut, but 3 slides of every variable that youâll use are going to be slides you either rip through (telling the audience nothing) or waste most of your time on. Summarize the summary stats. On balance tests: you are either balanced or not. If you are, this gets a bullet at most (you can also just say that). If youâre not, tell us whatâs up and why we should or should not worry.
- Pre-analysis plan. If you had it, mention it (quickly). If not, donât. Itâs not critical here.
- A picture may be worth 1,000 numbers. Sometimes, taking that really packed table which is currently in 12 point font and turning it into a graph is going to help you with self-control and help your audience with comprehension. Put the significant results in a bar chart, and use asterisks to tell folks which are significant.
- A special warning about presenting your job market paper. When I (Markus) submitted my job market paper to a journal, the referee report came back noting that this was surely a job market paper since it had 40(!) tables. Key example of how everything matters when you just spent four years of your life collecting each observation. Discipline. You have (or will have) an elevator pitch from the job market â use this to trim your presentation.
- Marc Bellemare has a great series of â22 tips for conference and seminar presentations,â many of which apply to short presentations: âAlways provide a preview of your results. This isnât a murder mystery: itâs only when people know where youâre taking them that they can enjoy the scenery along the way.â
- Jeff Leek has a great guide to giving presentations of different lengths, and what your goal should be: âAs a scientist, it is hard to accept that the primary purpose of a talk is advertising, not science.â This is doubly true for a 15-minute talk.
- The AEA Committee on the Status of Women in the Economics Profession has a top 10 list. âNever cut and paste a table from your paper onto a slide. These tables are never easy to read and only irritate your audience. Instead, choose a few results that you want to highlight and present them on a slide in no smaller than 28 font.â Weâve pretty much all done this. Itâs bad practice. (âIâm sorry you canât read this table.â âOh really, then why did you cut and paste that giant table from your paper into the presentation?!â)
- I (Dave) go back and re-read Jesse Shapiroâs guide on â How to Give an Applied Micro Talk â from time to time. Itâs more geared toward a full-length seminar, but the advice is so good I canât resist plugging it here.
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23 presentation examples that really work (plus templates!)
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- 30 Mar 2023
To help you in your quest for presentation greatness, we’ve gathered 23 of the best business presentation examples out there. These hand-picked ideas range from business PowerPoint presentations, to recruitment presentations, and everything in between.
As a bonus, several of our examples include editable video presentation templates from Biteable .
Biteable allows anyone to create great video presentations — no previous video-making skills required. The easy-to-use platform has hundreds of brandable templates and video scenes designed with a business audience in mind. A video made with Biteable is just what you need to add that wow factor and make an impact on your audience.
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Video presentation examples
Video presentations are our specialty at Biteable. We love them because they’re the most visually appealing and memorable way to communicate.
1. Animated characters
Our first presentation example is a business explainer video from Biteable that uses animated characters. The friendly and modern style makes this the perfect presentation for engaging your audience.
Bonus template: Need a business video presentation that reflects the beautiful diversity of your customers or team? Use Biteable’s workplace scenes . You can change the skin tone and hair color for any of the animated characters.
2. Conference video
Videos are also ideal solutions for events (e.g. trade shows) where they can be looped to play constantly while you attend to more important things like talking to people and handing out free cheese samples.
For this event presentation sample below, we used bright colours, stock footage, and messaging that reflects the brand and values of the company. All these elements work together to draw the attention of passers-by.
For a huge selection of video presentation templates, take a look at our template gallery .
Business PowerPoint presentation examples
Striking fear into the hearts of the workplace since 1987, PowerPoint is synonymous with bland, boring presentations that feel more like an endurance test than a learning opportunity. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Check out these anything-but-boring business PowerPoint presentation examples.
3. Design pointers
This PowerPoint presentation takes a tongue-in-cheek look at how the speakers and users of PowerPoint are the problem, not the software itself.
Even at a hefty 61 slides, the vintage theme, appealing colors, and engaging content keep the viewer interested. It delivers useful and actionable tips on creating a better experience for your audience.
Pixar, as you’d expect, redefines the meaning of PowerPoint in their “22 Rules for Phenomenal Storytelling”. The character silhouettes are instantly recognizable and tie firmly to the Pixar brand. The bright colour palettes are carefully chosen to highlight the content of each slide.
This presentation is a good length, delivering one message per slide, making it easy for an audience to take notes and retain the information.
Google slides examples
If you’re in business, chances are you’ll have come across slide decks . Much like a deck of cards, each slide plays a key part in the overall ‘deck’, creating a well-rounded presentation.
If you need to inform your team, present findings, or outline a new strategy, slides are one of the most effective ways to do this.
Google Slides is one of the best ways to create a slide deck right now. It’s easy to use and has built-in design tools that integrate with Adobe, Lucidchart, and more. The best part — it’s free!
5. Teacher education
Here’s a slide deck that was created to educate teachers on how to use Google Slides effectively in a classroom. At first glance it seems stuffy and businessy, but if you look closer it’s apparent the creator knows his audience well, throwing in some teacher-friendly content that’s bound to get a smile.
The slides give walkthrough screenshots and practical advice on the different ways teachers can use the software to make their lives that little bit easier and educate their students at the same time.
6. Charity awareness raiser
This next Google slide deck is designed to raise awareness for an animal shelter. It has simple, clear messaging, and makes use of the furry friends it rescues to tug on heartstrings and encourage donations and adoptions from its audience.
Pro tip: Creating a presentation is exciting but also a little daunting. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed — especially if the success of your business or nonprofit depends on it.
Prezi presentation examples
If you haven’t come across Prezi , it’s a great alternative to using static slides. Sitting somewhere between slides and a video presentation, it allows you to import other content and add motion to create a more engaging viewer experience.
7. Red Bull event recap
This Prezi was created to document the Red Bull stratosphere freefall stunt a few years ago. It neatly captures all the things that Prezi is capable of, including video inserts and the zoom effect, which gives an animated, almost 3D effect to what would otherwise be still images.
Prezi has annual awards for the best examples of presentations over the year. This next example is one of the 2018 winners. It was made to highlight a new Logitech tool.
8. Logitech Spotlight launch
What stands out here are the juicy colors, bold imagery, and the way the designer has used Prezi to its full extent, including rotations, panning, fades, and a full zoom out to finish the presentation.
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Sales presentation examples
If you’re stuck for ideas for your sales presentation, step right this way and check out this video template we made for you.
9. Sales enablement video presentation
In today’s fast-paced sales environment, you need a way to make your sales enablement presentations memorable and engaging for busy reps. Sales enablement videos are just the ticket. Use this video presentation template the next time you need to present on your metrics.
10. Zuroa sales deck
If you’re after a sales deck, you can’t go past this example from Zuora. What makes it great? It begins by introducing the worldwide shift in the way consumers are shopping. It’s a global phenomenon, and something we can all relate to.
It then weaves a compelling story about how the subscription model is changing the face of daily life for everyone. Metrics and testimonials from well-known CEOs and executives are included for some slamming social proof to boost the sales message.
Pitch presentation examples
Pitch decks are used to give an overview of business plans, and are usually presented during meetings with customers, investors, or potential partners.
11. Uber pitch deck
This is Uber’s original pitch deck, which (apart from looking a teensy bit dated) gives an excellent overview of their business model and clearly shows how they intended to disrupt a traditional industry and provide a better service to people. Right now, you’re probably very grateful that this pitch presentation was a winner.
You can make your own pitch deck with Biteable, or start with one of our video templates to make something a little more memorable.
12. Video pitch template
This video pitch presentation clearly speaks to the pains of everyone who needs to commute and find parking. It then provides the solution with its app that makes parking a breeze.
The video also introduces the key team members, their business strategy, and what they’re hoping to raise in funding. It’s a simple, clear pitch that positions the company as a key solution to a growing, worldwide problem. It’s compelling and convincing, as a good presentation should be.
13. Fyre Festival pitch deck
The most epic example of a recent pitch deck is this one for Fyre Festival – the greatest event that never happened. Marvel at its persuasion, gasp at the opportunity of being part of the cultural experience of the decade, cringe as everything goes from bad to worse.
Despite the very public outcome, this is a masterclass in how to create hype and get funding with your pitch deck using beautiful imagery, beautiful people, and beautiful promises of riches and fame.
Business presentation examples
Need to get the right message out to the right people? Business presentations can do a lot of the heavy lifting for you.
Simply press play and let your video do the talking. No fumbling your words and sweating buckets in front of those potential clients, just you being cool as a cucumber while your presentation does the talking.
Check out two of our popular templates that you can use as a starting point for your own presentations. While they’re business-minded, they’re definitely not boring.
14. Business intro template
Modern graphics, animations, and upbeat soundtracks keep your prospects engaged as they learn about your business, your team, your values, and how you can help them.
15. Business explainer template
Research presentation examples.
When you’re giving a more technical presentation such as research findings, you need to strike the perfect balance between informing your audience and making sure they stay awake.
As a rule, slides are more effective for research presentations, as they are used to support the speaker’s knowledge rather can capture every small detail on screen.
With often dry, complex, and technical subject matter, there can be a temptation for presentations to follow suit. Use images instead of walls of text, and keep things as easy to follow as possible.
16. TrackMaven research deck
TrackMaven uses their endearing mascot to lighten up this data-heavy slide deck. The graphs help to bring life to their findings, and they ensure to only have one bite-size takeaway per slide so that viewers can easily take notes.
17. Wearable tech research report
Obviously, research can get very researchy and there’s not a lot to be done about it. This slide deck below lays out a ton of in-depth information but breaks it up well with quotes, diagrams, and interesting facts to keep viewers engaged while it delivers its findings on wearable technology.
Team presentation examples
Motivating your team can be a challenge at the best of times, especially when you need to gather them together for….another presentation!
18. Team update template
We created this presentation template as an example of how to engage your team. In this case, it’s for an internal product launch. Using colorful animation and engaging pacing, this video presentation is much better than a static PowerPoint, right?
19. Officevibe collaboration explainer
This short slide deck is a presentation designed to increase awareness of the problems of a disengaged team. Bright colors and relevant images combine with facts and figures that compel viewers to click through to a download to learn more about helping their teams succeed.
Recruitment presentation examples
Recruiting the right people can be a challenge. Presentations can help display your team and your business by painting a dynamic picture of what it’s like to work with you.
Videos and animated slides let you capture the essence of your brand and workplace so the right employees can find you.
20. Company culture explainer
If you’re a recruitment agency, your challenge is to stand out from the hundreds of other agencies in the marketplace.
21. Kaizen culture
Showcasing your agency using a slide deck can give employers and employees a feel for doing business with you. Kaizen clearly displays its credentials and highlights its brand values and personality here (and also its appreciation of the coffee bean).
Explainer presentation examples
Got some explaining to do? Using an explainer video is the ideal way to showcase products that are technical, digital, or otherwise too difficult to explain with still images and text.
Explainer videos help you present the features and values of your product in an engaging way that speaks to your ideal audience and promotes your brand at the same time.
22. Product explainer template
23. lucidchart explainer.
Lucidchart does a stellar job of using explainer videos for their software. Their series of explainers-within-explainers entertains the viewer with cute imagery and an endearing brand voice. At the same time, the video is educating its audience on how to use the actual product. We (almost) guarantee you’ll have more love for spiders after watching this one.
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What are the main difficulties when giving presentations?
How to create an effective presentation, after that, how do i give a memorable presentation, how to connect with the audience when presenting.
If youâve ever heard someone give a powerful presentation, you probably remember how it made you feel. Much like a composer, a good speaker knows precisely when each note should strike to captivate their audienceâs attention and leave them with a lasting impression.
No one becomes a great public speaker or presenter without practice. And almost everyone can recall a time one of their presentations went badly â thatâs a painful part of the learning process.
Whether youâre working within a small creative team or a large organization, public speaking and presentation skills are vital to communicating your ideas. Knowing how to present your vision can help you pitch concepts to clients, present ideas to your team, and develop the confidence to participate in team meetings.
If you have an upcoming presentation on the horizon and feel nervous, thatâs normal. Around 15-30% of the general population experience a fear of public speaking . And, unfortunately, social anxiety is on the rise, with a 12% increase in adults over the last 20 years .
Learning how to give a good presentation can dismantle your fears and break down these barriers, ensuring youâre ready to confidently share your point of view.
Itâs the week before your presentation, and youâre already feeling nervous . Maybe thereâll be an important mentor in the room you need to impress, or youâre looking for an opportunity to show your boss your value. Regardless of your countless past presentations, you still feel nervous.
Sharing your vision and ideas with any sized group is intimidating. Youâre likely worrying about how youâll perform as a presenter and whether the audience will be interested in what you offer. But nerves arenât inherently negative â you can actually use this feeling to fuel your preparation.
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Itâs helpful to identify where your worries are coming from and address your fears. Here are some common concerns when preparing for an upcoming presentation:
Fear of public speaking: When you share your ideas in front of a group, youâre placing yourself in a vulnerable position to be critiqued on your knowledge and communication skills . Maybe you feel confident in your content, but when you think about standing in front of an audience, you feel anxious and your mind goes blank.
Itâs also not uncommon to have physical symptoms when presenting . Some people experience nausea and dizziness as the brain releases adrenaline to cope with the potentially stressful situation . Remember to take deep breaths to recenter yourself and be patient, even if you make a mistake.
Losing the audienceâs attention: As a presenter, your main focus is to keep your audience engaged. They should feel like theyâre learning valuable information or following a story that will improve them in life or business.
Highlight the most exciting pieces of knowledge and ensure you emphasize those points in your presentation. If you feel passionate about your content, itâs more likely that your audience will experience this excitement for themselves and become invested in what you have to say.
Not knowing what content to place on presentation slides: Overloading presentation slides is a fast way to lose your audienceâs attention. Your slides should contain only the main talking points and limited text to ensure your audience focuses on what you have to say rather than becoming distracted by the content on your slides.
Discomfort incorporating nonverbal communication: Itâs natural to feel stiff and frozen when youâre nervous. But maintaining effective body language helps your audience stay focused on you as you speak and encourages you to relax.
If you struggle to incorporate body language into your presentations, try starting small by making hand gestures toward your slides. If youâre working with a large audience, use different parts of the stage to ensure everyone feels included.
Each presenter has their own personal brand and style. Some may use humor to break the ice, while others might appeal to the audienceâs emotional side through inspiring storytelling.
Watching online presentations, such as TED talks, is an excellent way to expose yourself to various presentation styles and develop your own. While observing others, you can note how they carry themselves on stage and learn new ways to keep your audience engaged.
Once youâve addressed whatâs causing your fears, itâs time to prepare for a great presentation. Use your past experience as inspiration and aim to outshine your former self by learning from your mistakes and employing new techniques. Here are five presentation tips to help you create a strong presentation and wow your audience:
1. Keep it simple
Simple means something different to everyone.
Before creating your presentation, take note of your intended audience and their knowledge level of your subject. Youâll want your content to be easy for your intended audience to follow.
Say youâre giving a presentation on improving your companyâs operational structure. Entry-level workers will likely need a more straightforward overview of the content than C-suite leaders, who have significantly more experience.
Ask yourself what you want your audience to take away from your presentation and emphasize those important points. Doing this ensures they remember the most vital information rather than less important supporting ideas. Try organizing these concepts into bullet points so viewers can quickly identify critical takeaways.
2. Create a compelling structure
Put yourself in your audience memberâs shoes and determine the most compelling way to organize your information. Your presentation should be articulate , cohesive, and logical, and you must be sure to include all necessary supporting evidence to strengthen your main points.
If you give away all of your answers too quickly, your audience could lose interest. And if there isnât enough supporting information, they could hit a roadblock of confusion. Try developing a compelling story that leads your audience through your thought processes so they can experience the ups and downs alongside you.
By structuring your presentation to lead up to a final conclusion, youâre more likely to keep listenersâ attention. Once youâve reached that conclusion, you can offer a Q&A period to put any of their questions or concerns to rest.
3. Use visual aids
Appealing to various learning styles is a great way to keep everyone on the same page and ensure they absorb your content. Visual aids are necessary for visual learners and make it easier for people to picture your ideas.
Aim to incorporate a mixture of photos, videos, and props to engage your audience and convey your key points. For instance, if youâre giving a presentation on anthropology subject matter, you could show your audience an artifact to help them understand how exciting a discovery must have been.
If your presentation is long, including a video for your audience to watch is an excellent way to give yourself a break and create new jumping-off points for your speech.
4. Be aware of design techniques and trends
Thanks to cutting-edge technology and tools, you have numerous platforms at your disposal to create a good presentation. But keep in mind that although color, images, and graphics liven things up, they can cause distraction when misused.
Here are a few standard pointers for incorporating visuals on your slides:
- Donât place blocks of small text on a single slide
- Use a minimalistic background instead of a busy one
- Ensure text stands out against the background color
- Only use high-resolution photos
- Maintain a consistent font style and size throughout the presentation
- Donât overuse transitions and effects
5. Try the 10-20-30 rule
Guy Kawasaki, a prominent venture capitalist and one of the original marketing specialists for Apple, said that the best slideshow presentations are less than 10 slides , last at most 20 minutes, and use a font size of 30. Following this strategy can help you condense your information, eliminate unnecessary ideas, and maintain your audienceâs focus more efficiently.
Once youâre confident in creating a memorable presentation, itâs time to learn how to give one. Here are some valuable tips for keeping your audience invested during your talk:
Tip #1: Tell stories
Sharing an anecdote from your life can improve your credibility and increase your relatability. And when an audience relates to you, theyâre more likely to feel connected to who you are as a person and encouraged to give you their full attention, as they would want others to do the same.
Gill Hicks utilized this strategy well when she shared her powerful story, â I survived a terrorist attack. Hereâs what I learned .â In her harrowing tale, Hicks highlights the importance of compassion, unconditional love , and helping those in need.
If you feel uncomfortable sharing personal stories, thatâs okay. You can use examples from famous individuals or create a fictional account to demonstrate your ideas.
Tip #2: Make eye contact with the audience
Maintaining eye contact is less intimidating than it sounds. In fact, you donât have to look your audience members directly in their eyes â you can focus on their foreheads or noses if thatâs easier.
Try making eye contact with as many people as possible for 3â5 seconds each. This timing ensures you donât look away too quickly, making the audience member feel unimportant, or linger too long, making them feel uncomfortable.
If youâre presenting to a large group, direct your focus to each part of the room to ensure no section of the audience feels ignored.
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Tip #3: Work on your stage presence
Although your tone and words are the most impactful part of your presentation, recall that body language keeps your audience engaged. Use these tips to master a professional stage presence:
- Speak with open arms and avoid crossing them
- Keep a reasonable pace and try not to stand still
- Use hand gestures to highlight important information
Tip #4: Start strong
Like watching a movie trailer, the first seconds of your talk are critical for capturing your audienceâs attention. How you start your speech sets the tone for the rest of your presentation and tells your audience whether or not they should pay attention. Here are some ways to start your presentation to leave a lasting impression:
- Use a quote from a well-known and likable influential person
- Ask a rhetorical question to create intrigue
- Start with an anecdote to add context to your talk
- Spark your audienceâs curiosity by involving them in an interactive problem-solving puzzle or riddle
Tip #5: Show your passion
Donât be afraid of being too enthusiastic. Everyone appreciates a speaker whoâs genuinely excited about their field of expertise.
In â Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance ,â Angela Lee Duckworth discusses the importance of passion in research and delivery. She delivers her presentation excitedly to show the audience how excitement piques interest.
Tip #6: Plan your delivery
How you decide to deliver your speech will shape your presentation. Will you be preparing a PowerPoint presentation and using a teleprompter? Or are you working within the constraints of the digital world and presenting over Zoom?
The best presentations are conducted by speakers who know their stuff and memorize their content. However, if you find this challenging, try creating notes to use as a safety net in case you lose track.
If youâre presenting online, you can keep notes beside your computer for each slide, highlighting your key points. This ensures you include all the necessary information and follow a logical order.
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Tip #7: Practice
Practice doesnât make perfect â it makes progress. Thereâs no way of preparing for unforeseen circumstances, but thorough practice means youâve done everything you can to succeed.
Rehearse your speech in front of a mirror or to a trusted friend or family member. Take any feedback and use it as an opportunity to fine-tune your speech. But remember: who you practice your presentation in front of may differ from your intended audience. Consider their opinions through the lens of them occupying this different position.
Tip #8: Read the room
Whether youâre a keynote speaker at an event or presenting to a small group of clients, knowing how to read the room is vital for keeping your audience happy. Stay flexible and be willing to move on from topics quickly if your listeners are uninterested or displeased with a particular part of your speech.
Tip #9: Breathe
Try taking deep breaths before your presentation to calm your nerves. If you feel rushed, youâre more likely to feel nervous and stumble on your words.
The most important thing to consider when presenting is your audienceâs feelings. When you approach your next presentation calmly, youâll put your audience at ease and encourage them to feel comfortable in your presence.
Tip #10: Provide a call-to-action
When you end your presentation, your audience should feel compelled to take a specific action, whether thatâs changing their habits or contacting you for your services.
If youâre presenting to clients, create a handout with key points and contact information so they can get in touch. You should provide your LinkedIn information, email address, and phone number so they have a variety of ways to reach you.
Thereâs no one-size-fits-all template for an effective presentation, as your unique audience and subject matter play a role in shaping your speech. As a general rule, though, you should aim to connect with your audience through passion and excitement. Use strong eye contact and body language. Capture their interest through storytelling and their trust through relatability.
Learning how to give a good presentation can feel overwhelming â but remember, practice makes progress. Rehearse your presentation for someone you trust, collect their feedback , and revise. Practicing your presentation skills is helpful for any job, and every challenge is a chance to grow.
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How do I make a presentation interactive and how does Genially work? Find the answers to all of your slide-related questions here!
Whatâs an interactive presentation?
Interactive slides contain clickable hotspots, links, buttons, and animations that are activated at the touch of a button. Instead of reading or watching passively, your audience can actively interact with the content. Â
Geniallyâs interaction presentation software allows you to combine text, photos, video clips, audio and other content in one deck. Itâs a great way to condense more information into fewer slides.Â
If youâre a teacher, you can share multiple materials in one single learning resource. Students can create their own projects using digital media and online maps. For business or training, try embedding spreadsheet data, PDFs, and online content directly in your slides.Â
An interactive slide deck is more user-friendly than a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation or Google Slides document. Thatâs because you can break information down into chunks with pop-ups, labels, voiceovers and annotated infographics. Â
The other benefit of interactive content is increased engagement. Itâs easier to keep your audienceâs attention when theyâre actively participating. Try Geniallyâs presentation software and free slideshow maker to see how itâs better than other presentation websites. You wonât go back to standard presentation apps!
How do you make a clickable slide?
The best way to make slides clickable is to use Geniallyâs free interactive presentation program. Design your slide then apply an interaction. In a couple of clicks, you can add popup windows, hyperlinks, close-up images, games, animations, multimedia and other content.Â
Choose from the library of hotspot buttons and icons to show people what to click on. Go to Presenter View to get a preview and see how your content will appear to your audience.
How do I create presentations that look professional?
Youâve got a deadline looming and youâre staring at the screen with a blank presentation. Weâve all been there! Starting a presentation design from scratch is tricky, especially if youâre short on time.Â
Geniallyâs free online presentation maker has over 2000 ready-to-use templates for professional slide presentations, photos slideshows, and more. Each slide design has been created by our team of top graphic designers. No need to worry about fonts, centering images, or designing a matching color scheme. Itâs all done for you.Â
Start by browsing our layouts and themes for education, business and then customize with your own text and images.
How do I share or download my slides?
Because Genially is a cloud based presentation software, you can simply share the link to your slides. Like other online presentation tools, there are no files to download or store on your computer. Everything is saved online. Â
When you publish your slide deck, it gets its own unique url, just like a website. Share the link with others to let them explore the content in their own time. If youâre presenting live, just click the Present button.Â
You can also embed your presentation on your website, company wiki, or social media. Genially is compatible with WordPress, Moodle, Google Classroom, and other platforms. If you use an LMS, you can also download your interactive design slides in SCORM format.
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Need a good presentation topic? Here are hundreds of them.
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Anete Ezera November 04, 2022
If youâre looking for good topics for presentations, youâve landed on the right page. In this article, youâll find plenty of good presentation topics, tips on choosing the most suitable presentation topic for you, and essential design elements to make your presentation a success.Â
Many factors go into an excellent presentation. You need to have confident body language and engage your audience to hold their attention. You also need eye-catching visual aids like images, data visualizations, GIFs, and others (all of which you can find in Prezi ), not to mention a great opening to grab attention and a strong closing line to stay memorable. However, the most essential aspect of your presentation is the topic. Itâs the core of your presentation, so it has to be strong, insightful, attention-grabbing, and appealing to yourself and your audience in order to evolve into a successful presentation everyone will love.Â
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How to choose a good presentation topic
There are millions of topics you could create a presentation on, but what defines a good presentation topic? If youâre struggling to either come up with a good topic for a presentation or you canât decide between multiple ones, here are a few questions you should ask yourself before choosing a topic.Â
Whatâs the goal of your presentation?Â
When youâre choosing a presentation topic, consider the meaning behind it. Ask yourself what the purpose of talking about this topic is, and what you want to say about it. Whatever topic you choose to present, the conclusion needs to provide a takeaway or lesson you want to communicate to your audience. A meaningful goal will make your presentation more memorable. Â
Are you interested in the topic?
If youâre not interested in the presentation topic, others wonât be curious either. Interest, enthusiasm, and passion enrich your presentation and are noticeable when presenting. Interest shines through and inspires others to find the topic as fascinating as you do. Think about the last time you saw someone sharing something they were passionate about â their excitement drew people in to pay closer attention to what they were saying.Â
When choosing a topic, you need to find it or a particular angle of it interesting for yourself. For example, perhaps youâre not a pop music enthusiast, but youâre passionate about studying cultural phenomena. In this case, you can talk about pop musicâs influence on early 2000s youth culture.Â
Will your audience find this topic relatable?Â
While you have to find the topic youâre presenting interesting, you also have to think about your audience. When choosing a subject, consider your audienceâs background in terms of demographics, interests, culture, and knowledge level about the topic. Think about what others will find fascinating and relevant, so theyâre not bored or confused during your presentation.
Do you have prior experience or knowledge about this topic?
Personal experiences are always great to share in a presentation, providing your unique perspective for anyone listening. While you can easily prepare your presentation based on a quick Google search, it wonât make the same lasting impact on your audience. Choose a presentation topic you have some prior knowledge about, or have an interesting opinion you can share with others. Itâll make your presentation more engaging and memorable.
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Ideas for good presentation topics
Itâs not easy to come up with a good presentation topic from scratch. Itâs much easier to get inspired from other good presentation topics to build your topic on. Whether youâre looking for presentation ideas for work, about me presentation ideas, unique or easy presentation topics, youâll find them all here.
Without further ado, here are some good presentation topics to choose from or get inspired by.
Presentation topics about social media
- The role of social media in portraying gender stereotypes
- How social media impacts our body image
- How social media shaped Gen ZÂ
- The most significant differences between the Facebook and TikTok generations
- The negative effects of social media
- The positive impacts of social mediaÂ
- The effects of social media on behaviorÂ
- How social media impacts our physical (or mental) health
- How social media has shaped our understanding of mass media
- Should we teach about social media in schools?
- The rise of social media influencers
- How AR Instagram filters impact our self-image
- How to go viral on social media?
- The origins of social media echo chambers
- Social media as a news outlet
Author: Ish Verduzco
Presentation topics about movies
- How movies influence our understanding of good and evil
- Beauty standards represented in movies
- How female characters are depicted in Hollywood movies
- How horror movies and global fears have developed through time
- The adverse effects of romance movies
- How movies have changed our understanding of the Western culture
- Charlie Chaplin and the silent movie era
- The globalization of culture: Hollywood vs. Bollywood
- The psychology behind the music in films
- The ethics of using animals in movies
- Social mediaâs influence on the film industry
- The history of filmmaking
- The role of color in movies
- The cultural impact of romance movies
- How are gender stereotypes depicted in Hollywood movies?
Author: Cinto Marti
Presentation topics about music
- The impact of pop music on beauty standards
- Should digital music be free for everyone?
- The psychology behind the music in advertisementsÂ
- The effectiveness of sound therapy
- Can music inspire criminal behavior?
- The psychological effects of metal music
- The origins of K-pop
- How does music influence our understanding of the world?
- Can music help in the learning process?
- The positive effects of classical music
- The history of hip hop
- Why is music education essential in schools?
- The psychological benefits of playing piano
- Can anyone become a famous musician?
- The role of music in fashion
Author: Prezi Editorial
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Presentation topics about health
- The link between food and mental health
- Inequality in the healthcare system
- Myths about healthy practices
- Simple practices that help you stay healthy
- Health education in schools: Should it change? Â
- Toxic positivity and mental health
- The impact of superfoods on our health
- The psychology behind unhealthy eating habits
- Sex education in schools: Why should we have it?
- How to trick yourself into getting better: The placebo effect
- How to strengthen your immune system
- How to tell if someone is depressed
- The health benefits of regular exercise
- The impact of junk food on mental health
- Stress-caused diseases
Author: Prezi Education Team
Presentation topics about human psychology
- What is social depression?
- What triggers panic attacks?
- The impact of testosterone on aggressive behavior
- How to overcome social anxiety
- Differences in the functioning of the brain of a child and adult
- The impact of violent video games on childrenâs brain development
- How does the use of social media influence our attention span?
- How to overcome childhood trauma
- The influence of marijuana on the human brain
- How does behavioral therapy work
- The psychology behind fame
- The causes of personality disorders
- The differences in brain functioning between men and women
- What happens in therapy sessions?
- The psychology of substance abuseÂ
Presentation topics about self-development
- The impact of exercise on productivity
- How to deal with stress
- How to deal with procrastination
- The positive effects of meditation
- Why newâyearâs resolutions donât work
- How to overcome bad habits
- The impact of negative thoughts
- The negative effects of self-criticism
- The role of creativity in self-development
- Benefits of journaling
- How to learn something fast
- How to be mindful
- The importance of curiosityÂ
- How to become more self-aware
- Why itâs essential to spend time with yourself
Author: Nir Eyal
Presentation topics about education
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of online education?
- The positive effects of a gap year
- Should university education be free?
- Inequality in education access
- How language learning benefits brain development
- Emerging gender issues in education
- The importance of socialization in school
- School bullying and student development
- The benefits of readingÂ
- Is the education system broken?
- What you donât learn in college
- The link between education and brain development
- The history of schools
- The gender gap in STEM
- The connection between equality in education and economic growth
Presentation topics about culture
- Is graffiti a form of art or street vandalism?Â
- Cultural diversity in the workplace
- The impact of culture on gender roles
- The issue with orientalism
- Are humans the only species that has culture?
- How do different cultures view death?Â
- The ethical issues of pop culture
- The impact of culture on personal development
- Sexism in different cultures
- The impact of globalization on local cultures
- The viral spread of the #metoo movement
- The history of subcultures
- The problem with romanticizing toxic relationships in movies
- 90s pop-culture influence on fashion trends
- The evolution of cultural psychologyÂ
Author: Devin Banerjee
Presentation ideas for work
- What itâs like to be a digital nomad?
- How to deal with workplace conflicts
- The secret to a productive day
- How to set achievable goals
- The importance of diversity in a workplace
- The positive effects of creative thinking at work
- How to give constructive feedback
- The characteristics of a valuable team member
- Inequality and the glass ceiling
- Racial discrimination in the workplace
- Work habits of different cultures
- How is work perceived in various countries?
- Technological development and the future of work
- The importance of a healthy work/life balance
- The rise of health problems in office work
Author: Charles Huang
Presentation topics about hybrid work
- The positive effects of hybrid work on work/life balance
- Is hybrid work the future work model?Â
- How to stay connected in a hybrid work model
- The challenges of hybrid work nobody talks about
- How to stay productive when working from home
- The social effects of hybrid work
- The economic impacts of hybrid work
- Case study: Hybrid work model in [company]
- What causes Zoom fatigue?
- The problem with online meetings
- Is hybrid work better than remote work?
- How to develop a close relationship with colleagues in a hybrid work model
- What kind of company culture is best for a hybrid work model?
- Is hybrid work sustainable?
- Cybersecurity consideration for hybrid working
Author: Barbie Brewer
Presentation topics about public speaking
- The importance of body language in public speeches
- How to appear confident when youâre not
- How to become a better orator
- The use of eye contact in public speaking
- Breathing exercises that will calm you down before public speaking
- The benefits of public speaking
- Ways to improve public speaking skills
- How to leave a great first impression on stage
- How to engage your audience during a public speech
- How to best structure your public speech
- How to end your presentation speech
- Can anyone learn to be good at public speaking?
- How to prepare for a public speech
- What not to do right before a public speech
- How to address a controversial topic in a public speech Â
Author: Prezi Team
Presentation topics about entrepreneurship and leadership
- The main principles of a good leader
- The impact of leadership skills on professional performance
- The mistake every entrepreneur makes
- How to successfully lead a cross-cultural team
- How to celebrate inclusivity in a diverse team
- What are the common personality traits of a successful entrepreneur?
- The impact of entrepreneurship on the global economy
- The characteristics of a leader
- The most common challenges of entrepreneurship
- Can anyone learn to become a successful leader?Â
- What affects new venture growth?
- The psychology of leadership
- What is crowdsourcing?Â
- The benefits of being an entrepreneur
- Common mistakes leaders make
Author: Jill Sinclair
Presentation topics about technology
- The rise of technological development
- Is technology addictive?
- Should we use drones for military and non-military purposes?
- The sustainability of electric cars
- What are deepfakes?
- Limitations of AI machines
- The future of programming
- Ethical issues of AI
- The future of AR in business
- How VR can be used in the medical field
Author: David Vandegrift
Sales presentation topics
- How to make a cold email intro
- What is sales enablement?
- How to build better relationships with customers
- The best way to improve pipeline management
- Coaching via verbal and written role-play
- How to plan cold calls
- Whatâs a deal-breaker for most customers?Â
- All about personalized coaching
- How to manage objections
- How to close more deals
- How to keep your prospects engaged
- Effective sales communication strategies
- How to conduct a competitor analysis
- The most valuable sales skills
- What soft skills do you need to become a successful sales rep?
Author: Cindy McGovern
Easy presentation topics
- Benefits of daily exercise and how to incorporate it into your routine
- Simple and nutritious meal recipes
- Tips for improving time management and productivity
- The importance of recycling
- The history of a local landmark or festival
- Ways to reduce stress
- Exploring different types of renewable energy sources and their impact on the environment
- The basics of budgeting and saving money for future goals
- The benefits of social media for professional use
- Tips for overcoming stage fright
- How to start a meditation practice
- The impact of technology on modern society
- The basics of personal finance
- The health benefits of a plant-based diet
- The history of Earth Day
Good how to presentation topics
- How to create a successful social media marketing strategy
- How to give a persuasive presentation
- How to create effective and engaging content for your blog
- How to discover your strengths and weaknesses
- How to use project management tools to increase productivity
- How to make the most out of boring meetings
- How to build a personal brand
- How to conduct effective market research
- How to use data analytics to improve decision-making
- How to improve your decision-making process
- How to write a winning proposal
- How to create a visually stunning presentation
- How to manage stressful situations at work
- How to make friends as an adult
- How to network at work events
About me presentation ideas
- My journey to becoming who I am today
- My passion for [insert topic or activity]
- My career aspirations and goals
- My travels and adventures around the world
- My hobbies and interests outside of work/school
- My role models and influences
- My strengths and weaknesses
- My favorite books, movies, and TV shows
- My proudest achievements and accomplishments
- My favorite childhood memories
- My family and friends
- My education and academic background
- My volunteer and community service experience
- My personality traits and values
- My vision for the future and how I plan to achieve it
Author: Adam Grant
Student presentation ideas
- The history and evolution of video games
- The history and cultural impact of tattoos
- The impact of social media on body image and self-esteem
- The effects of globalization on local cultures and economies
- The role of education in promoting social justice and equity
- The ethical implications of autonomous weapons in warfare
- The impact of mass media on society and culture
- The causes and effects of deforestation on biodiversity and climate change
- The history and cultural significance of dance in different parts of the world
- The psychology of addiction and recovery
- The impact of the gig economy on labor rights and job security
- The history and impact of feminism on gender equality
- The benefits and drawbacks of renewable energy sources
- The impact of colonialism on indigenous cultures and identities
- The role of technology in promoting global connectivity and intercultural understanding
Author: Edward Quinn
Informative presentation topics
- The science of sleep: How to get a restful night and improve your wellbeing
- A journey through the history of the internet
- Exploring the potential of AI in our world
- Climate change: Understanding the challenge, seeking solutions for a sustainable future
- How new technologies are shaping the future of food
- Understanding the psychology of money for financial success
- The power of a story: How storytelling captures hearts and minds
- Mastering the art of negotiation in every interaction
- The science of happiness: Unlocking the secrets to a more fulfilling life
- The power of mindfulness for a more present and peaceful YOU
- Understanding cybersecurity threats and protecting yourself online
- Exploring the potential of virtual reality for a more immersive future
Author: Andrew Davis
How to create a good presentationÂ
If you know what you want to present on, itâs time to create an impactful presentation that grabs everyoneâs attention. Presentation design plays a crucial role in how your presentation is received and remembered. To stand out and leave a memorable impact on your audience, create a Prezi presentation. Instead of a linear, slide-based presentation, offer an engaging and dynamic storytelling experience to your audience. Breathe life into your presentation with motion, zoom, and spatial relationships. When creating your presentation, consider the following three essential elements:Â
Visuals play a significant part in presentation design. They evoke emotions, make a memorable impact, and give more context to the story. Not to mention, 65% of people are visual learners , so visual aids are helpful when explaining a complex topic.Â
In your presentation, include different types of visuals, such as images, videos, GIFs, and stickers, all of which you can find in Preziâs content library. When selecting your visuals, consider whatâs relevant and brings additional value to the story. Only add whatâs meaningful and necessary. A video or image at the right place and time will enrich the viewing experience and make your presentation more memorable.Â
The layout of your presentation is the structure of your story. Itâll help you introduce the topic, intrigue your audience, and unfold the layers of your topic one by one until you disclose your main arguments and summarize the presentation. A good presentation layout has a hierarchical, chronological, or logical flow that leads the viewer from start to finish.Â
If youâre creating a Prezi presentation, you can create a dynamic storytelling experience by experimenting with your layout. Instead of going from slide to slide, you can zoom in and out of topics and experiment with different shapes, animations, and effects that draw the viewer into your story world. Hereâs an example of a Prezi presentation with a great storytelling layout:
Author: Lydia Antonatos
Data visualizations can elevate your presentation from being a good one to a great one. By providing data behind your arguments, youâll appear more trustworthy and confident in your audienceâs eyes.Â
Add charts, graphs, interactive maps, and more to your presentations with Prezi Design. You can choose from a wide selection of charts and maps to illustrate your data. With interactive elements, youâll be able to engage your audience and make a memorable impact.Â
Engaging visuals, a well-structured layout, and relevant data visualizations will provide a great starting base to create a memorable presentation. Discover other tips and tricks that make your presentation effective and capture peopleâs attention.Â
Prezi AI for presentation success
If you already have a clear presentation style in mind or plenty of time for creation, fantastic! But what if you only have a day or less or you donât know where to start? Enter Prezi AI . Itâs your assistant for streamlining the presentation creation process. Hereâs how Prezi AI leverages the power of artificial intelligence to turn you into a presentation pro:
Effortless design from scratch
Ditch the blank page anxiety with the AI presentation maker . Simply provide a title or outline, and Prezi AI will generate a visually appealing draft presentation in seconds. Itâs like having a built-in design assistant ready to brainstorm with you.
Smarter text, stronger impact
Preziâs AI text-editing tool helps you perfect your message in seconds. It analyzes your content, suggesting improvements for readability and conciseness.
From bullet points to animations
Letâs face it, static bullet points can put even the most dynamic presenter to sleep. Preziâs AI animated slides maker transforms your text into captivating visual stories. Choose from formats like flowcharts, animated lists, or zoom reveals to keep your audience engaged.
Perfect for busy presenters
We all know the struggle â a million tasks on your plate, and a looming presentation deadline. Prezi AI can help you save valuable time! With AI assistance, you can generate presentations faster, focus on refining your content, and present with the confidence that comes from knowing your presentation looks polished and professional.
Design help
Donât worry if you donât have an eye for design. Prezi AI provides the tools and guidance to create presentations that impress visually.
With Prezi AI, crafting presentations is easy, allowing you to focus on delivering your message with impact and leaving your audience engaged and inspired. Explore whatâs possible with Prezi A I today!
Learn more on how to turn your presentation topic into a stunning presentation with AI:
Final thoughts on selecting good presentation topics
Choosing a topic for a presentation isnât easy. When selecting a topic, think about the goal of your presentation, your interests, and knowledge about the topic, and whether or not your audience will find it relevant and interesting for them. Also, get inspired by other topics thatâll help you figure out what you want to talk about. Lastly, when creating your presentation, consider the impact of visuals, layout, and data visualizations. To simplify the creation process, try Prezi AI or follow the step-by-step process of making a presentation with helpful tips and resources.
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Blog Data Visualization 120+ Presentation Ideas, Topics & Example
120+ Presentation Ideas, Topics & Example
Written by: Ryan McCready May 08, 2023
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Did you know that 46% of people canât sit through a presentation without losing focus?
That’s why I wanted to learn how to make a presentation that will captivate an audience. After looking at hundreds of different authors, topics and designs, Iâve assembled over 100 presentation ideas and tips on how to design a compelling presentation for:
- Social media
- Online courses
- Pitch decks
- Lead generation
In this blog, you’ll find 120+ presentation ideas, design tips and examples to help you create an awesome presentations slide deck for your next presentation.
To start off, here’s a video on the 10 essential presentation design tips to make sure that your presentations donât fall under the YAWN category.
1. Use a minimalist presentation theme
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CREATE THIS PRESENTATION TEMPLATE
The best designs can also be some of the simplest you see. In the Airbnb pitch deck below, they use a minimalist color scheme and font selection.
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A minimalist design is sleek, organized and places the most important thing in focus: your information. There are no distracting stock images, icons, or content. Everything on this unique presentation feels like it belongs and works together perfectly.
Learn how to customize this template:
2. Use a consistent design motif throughout your presentation
Here’s a go-to tip to for a cohesive presentation design: use a design motif. The motif could be a recurring shape (like circles, lines or arrows) or symbol (like a leaf for “growth” or a mountain for “goals”). For more ideas, check out our guide to common symbols and meanings used in design .
For example, this presentation template uses circles as a design motif. The same circle icon is used in three different colors to add a bubbly touch to the design. The team photos are also incorporated using circle frames:
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3. Use an eye-catching presentation background image
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Like with any type of design work, you should want to catch the eye of your audience. In a presentation, this should be done from the beginning with a compelling background image or a color gradient.
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In this presentation template, the creators were able to do just that with a landscape photo. When a presentation like this is seen on social media, during a webinar or in person, your audience will definitely listen up.
4. Visualize your points with icons
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Icons are the perfect visuals to include in presentations. They’re compact and can convey a concept to your audience at a glance. You can even combine multiple icons to create custom illustrations for your slides.
Use the Icon Search in Venngage to find illustrated and flat icons:
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5. Use a black & white color scheme for a corporate presentation design
![to make short presentation Easy Black Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Easy-Black-Business-Presentation-Ideas.png)
In the presentation below there are only two colors used: black and white. Now, you might be worried that only using two colors is boring, but it all comes down to balance.
![to make short presentation Minimalist White Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Minimalist-White-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Playing off the ideas of classic minimalism, the designer made this presentation look sleek and professional. And now your content can be the main attraction of your presentation as well!
6. Repurpose your slide deck into an infographic
![to make short presentation OfficeVibe Creative Illustrated Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/OfficeVibe-Creative-Illustrated-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Different types of presentations serve different purposes and sometimes it helps to work smarter, not harder when you are creating a unique presentation. In fact, the spacing, layout, and style used in this presentation makes it easy to repurpose the same images into an infographic.
![to make short presentation OfficeVibe Creative Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/OfficeVibe-Creative-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This allows you to create two unique pieces of content from one idea! Which is exactly what Officevibe did .
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7. Break your genre mold for a fun presentation idea
![to make short presentation SEMRush Content Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/SEMRush-Content-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
When I first clicked on this creative presentation from SEMrush, I was not expecting to be transported into a comic book. Iâm glad I clicked because it may be the most unique slide deck I have ever seen. Going this extreme with your presentation ideas may seem a bit risky, but to be able to break the mold in this age of cookie-cutter presentations is worth it.
To leave a lasting impression on your audience, consider transforming your slides into an interactive presentation. Here are 15 interactive presentation ideas to enhance interactivity and engagement.
8. Make your presentation cover slide count
![to make short presentation WebTrends Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/WebTrends-Business-Presentation-Ideas-.jpg)
As I was scrolling through all of the presentations, this one made me stop in my tracks. It could be that I have a life-long love of Star Wars, or it could be that their presentation cover slide was designed to do just that: grab your attention. Thatâs why you should not stick with a boring, text-only title slide. Donât be afraid to use icons and illustrations to make a statement.
9. Alternate slide layouts to keep your presentation engaging
![to make short presentation Easy Real Estate Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Easy-Real-Estate-Presentation-Ideas-.png)
Keeping your audience engaged throughout an entire presentation is hard, even if you have been working on your presentation skills . No one wants to look at slides that look exactly the same for an hour. But on the other hand, you canât create a unique masterpiece for each slide.
![to make short presentation Creative Real Estate Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Real-Estate-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpeg)
Thatâs why Iâm very impressed with what the designers did in the presentation example above. They use a consistent visual theme on each slide, but alternate between vertical and horizontal orientations.
The swapping of orientations will show people that the presentation is progressing nicely. It can help you make a strong, almost physical, distinction between ideas, sections or topics.
10. Make your audience laugh, or at least chuckle
![to make short presentation Modern Company Branding Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Company-Branding-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Sometimes you need to not take your business presentations too seriously. Not sure what I mean? Go check out slide number 10 on this slide deck below.
![to make short presentation Funny Branding Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Funny-Branding-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you did not actually laugh out loud, then I donât know what to tell you. Small illustrated embellishments can be very powerful because they evoke an emotional response and to gain your audienceâs trust.
Did you know 70% of employees think that giving a good presentation is an essential workplace skill? Check out the top qualities of awesome presentations and learn all about how to make a good presentation to help you nail that captivating delivery.
11. Supplement your presentation with printed materials
![to make short presentation Presentation Ideas Brochure](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Presentation-Ideas-Brochure-1.png)
Printed takeaways (such as brochures and business cards ) give audience members a chance to take home the most important elements of your presentation in a format they can easily access without using a computer. Make sure you brand these materials in a way thatâs visually consistent with your slide deck, with the same color scheme, icons, and other iconic features; otherwise, your recipients will just end up scratching their heads.
![to make short presentation Presentation Ideas Brochure](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Presentation-Ideas-Brochure.jpg)
If youâre giving people multiple materials, try packaging them all into one convenient presentation folder. There are over 100 styles with a wide range of custom options, so feel free to get creative and make your folder stand out. Sometimes a unique die cut or an unusual stock is all you need to make something truly memorable. Here are some brochure templates to get you started.
12. Only use one chart or graphic per slide
![to make short presentation Data Driven Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Data-Driven-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Having too much information on a slide is the easiest way to lose the focus of your audience. This is especially common when people are using graphs, charts or tables .
![to make short presentation Blue Creative Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Blue-Creative-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this creative slide deck, the author made sure to only include one focal point per slide, and I applaud them for it. I know this may sound like a simple presentation tip, but I have seen many people lose their audience because the slides are too complex.
13. Keep your employee engagement presentations light
![to make short presentation OfficeVibe Modern Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/OfficeVibe-Modern-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Sometimes you need to get away from stuffy, professional presentation ideas to capture your audience’s attention. In this case, Officevibe used some very colorful and playful illustrations to stand out from the crowd.
![to make short presentation Creative Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
I mean, who could not love the plant with a face on slide number 9? And if you want to see some more icons and illustrations like this, be sure to check out our article on how to tell a story with icons.
14. Feature a map when talking about locations
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Including a map in your creative presentations is a fantastic idea! Not only do they make an interesting focal point for your slide layout, they also make location-based information easier to understand.
![to make short presentation Purple Startup Pitch Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2019/09/Purple-Startup-Pitch-Presentation-Ideas.png)
This cool presentation example by our pro designers at Venngage uses maps to visualize information. This map both dominates the screen, and also displays all the locations being covered.
15. Use a font that is large and in charge
![to make short presentation Bold Content Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Bold-Content-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are presenting to a small group or a packed stadium, make sure your audience can see your text! Use a large and in charge font that can be read from even the nosebleed seats.
Honestly, you really never know where your unique presentation will be seen. It could be seen in a conference room or conference hall, and everything in between. Be ready to present almost anywhere with a bold and easy to read font.
16. Use pop culture references to build a fun presentation
![to make short presentation Drift Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Drift-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Using a meme or pop culture reference is another way that you can jive with your audience. It can be used to quickly get a point across without saying a word or create a moment that you can connect with the room. For example in this presentation, they used Napoleon Dynamite to give the audience feelings of nostalgia.
17. Use more than one font weight on your presentation cover slide
![to make short presentation Steve Jobs Apple Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Steve-Jobs-Apple-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Just like you would never use one font on an infographic, you should never use just one font on your presentation (for more tips, read our guide on how to choose fonts ). In this presentation example from HubSpot, they use a bunch of different font weights to add emphasis to key words and ideas.
As you can see, they use a bold font on the presentation cover to bring attention to Steve Jobs name. This makes it easy for the audience to know what your presentation is going to be about from the beginning as well.
18. Use a color theme for each idea
![to make short presentation Colorful Dell Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Dell-Tech-Presentation-Ideas-.jpg)
Color is another extremely powerful nonverbal tool that you can use to guide your audience. By using a different color for each section of your creative presentation, Dell is able to clearly indicate when they are switching points or ideas. Going from green to orange, and even red almost effortlessly.
![to make short presentation Colorful Technology Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Technology-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This is a great way to design a list, guide, or a how-to presentation as well. And each color can be assigned to a different step or number with ease.
Need help picking the perfect color palette? Start here !
19. Use illustrations instead of pictures
![to make short presentation Illustrated Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Illustarted-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
An easy way to keep your design consistent throughout your unique presentation is to use illustrations like in this slide deck by Domo.
They used illustrations instead of pictures to show off their subject on slide numbers 4-10 and it looks fantastic. This will ensure that the audience focuses on the content, instead of just the photo they could have used.
It also helps that illustrations are a top design trend for 2020 .
20. Use contrasting colors to compare two perspectives or sides of an argument
![to make short presentation Creative Comparison Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Comparison-Presentation-Ideas-1.jpg)
Contrasting colors can be used to quickly show each side of topic or an argument. For example in this presentation, they use this trick to show the difference between their company and the competition.
![to make short presentation Simple Product Comparison Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Product-Comparison-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
They use color very effectively in this example to show their company is better, in a nonverbal way. With a lighter color and illustrated icons, the company is able to position them as the better choice. All without saying a word.
Now if they would have used similar colors, or a single color the effect wouldnât have been as strong or noticeable.
21. Include your own personal interests
![to make short presentation Innovative Business Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Innovative-Business-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This example is one of the most interesting and cool presentations I have seen in awhile, so I suggest checking out the entire thing. The creator inserts a bunch of his personal interests into the slide to make his presentation about education fun and relatable. And they even use a Super Mario Bros inspired presentation cover, so you know it has to be fantastic!
22. Try to stick to groups of three
![to make short presentation Simple Black Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Black-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
How many major ideas should be present on your presentation aid? Never break your presentation layout down into anything more than thirds. This means there should be at most three columns, three icons, three ideas and so on. A great example of this idea starts on slide number 9 in this slide deck and continues throughout the rest of the presentation.
Here is a great three columned slide template to get started with.
23. Add a timeline to help visualize ideas
![to make short presentation Modern History Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-History-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
One of the best ways to visualize a complex process or historical event is to use a timeline presentation. A list of all the steps or events is just not going to cut it in a professional setting. You need to find an engaging way to visualize the information.
![to make short presentation Simple History Class Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-History-Class-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Take the presentation example above, where they outline the rise and fall of Athens in a visually stimulating way.
24. Label your graphs & charts
![to make short presentation Creative Data Visualization Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Data-Visualization-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If the people at Pollen VC had not added those annotations to the graphs on slide number 5, I would have definitely not known what to make of that graph.
But when you combine the visuals on a graph with descriptive text, the graph is able to paint a picture for your audience. So make your graphs easy to understand by annotating them (this is a chart design best practice ).
Create a free graph right here, right now!
25. White font over pictures just works
![to make short presentation Elegant Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Elegant-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
There is a reason that you see so many quotes or sayings in a white font that are then overlaid on an image. That it is because it just works in so many situations and the text is very easy to read on any image.
If you do not believe me, look at the slide deck example above where they use a white font with a few different fonts and about 100 images. Plus the presentation template is chocked full of other tips on how to create a winning slideshow.
26. Color code your points across the whole presentation
![to make short presentation Creative Tech Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Tech-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Here is another example of a presentation that uses color to keep their points organized. In this case, they use 10 different pastel colors to match the 10 different tips for employee engagement.
![to make short presentation Illustrated Tech Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Illustrated-Tech-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Check out our guide for how to pick the best colors for your visuals .
27. Use a simple flow chart to break down a process
![to make short presentation Colorful Sponsorship Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Sponsorship-Presentation-Ideas.png)
If youâre a fan of the movie Step Brothers , you may have heard of Prestige Worldwide before. In this fun presentation example they are back to sell you on their business model and growth plans.
This time, the presentation will be effective because it actually talks about what the business does.
![to make short presentation Colorful Marketing Event Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Marketing-Event-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Instead of making a music video, they use a helpful flowchart template to explain their business model. I would recommend following their lead and creating a dynamic flow chart to visually break down any process. Try making your own flowchart with Venngage.
28. Make your slide deck mobile friendly
![to make short presentation Globoforce Red Human Resources Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Globoforce-Red-Human-Resources-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
As more people move to mobile as their main device each year, making your presentations mobile-friendly is becoming increasingly important. This means that the text is large and there arenât too many small details, so everything can scale down. Just like in this presentation example from the creators at Globoforce.
29. Don’t be afraid to include too many examples
![to make short presentation With Company Product Development Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/With-Company-Product-Development-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are presenting a complex idea to a group, especially a large audience, I would recommend having a ton of good examples. Now, I would try not to overdo it, but having too many it is better than having too few.
In this creative presentation, the people at With Company spend about 20 slides just giving great examples of prototyping. It doesnât feel too repetitive because they all are useful and informative examples.
30. Use consistent visual styles for an elegant presentation design
![to make short presentation Black Professional Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Black-Professional-Business-Presentation-Ideas.png)
I have already written extensively about using icons in all of your design projects . I havenât talked as much about matching icons to your presentation template.
![to make short presentation Modern Business Marketing Presentation Ideas copy](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Business-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas-copy.jpg)
But thatâs just as important, especially if you want to create a professional presentation for your audience.
As you can see in the example above, the designer used minimalist icons that fit the slide designs. All of the other graphics, charts and visual elements fit together nicely as well.
Plus the icons donât distract from the content, which could ruin a stellar presentation.
31. Use a consistent presentation layout
![to make short presentation Bannersnack Graphic Design Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Bannersnack-Graphic-Design-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this example from Bannersnack, they use a consistent layout on each of their slides to help with the flow by using the same margins and text layout.
![to make short presentation Bannersnack Modern Design Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Bannersnack-Modern-Design-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
It’s a solid presentation example because they help the user know where to look immediately. It may seem like they are playing it safe, but anything that can speed up the time it takes for a user to read the content of the slides, the better.
32. Use loud colors as much as possible
![to make short presentation Colorful Creative Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Creative-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This is one of my favorite presentations because of the highlighter yellow they chose to use as their main color. It is actually very similar to one that I saw presented live a few years ago and I have used this same approach in a few presentations ideas of my own.
33. Pull your design motif from your content
![to make short presentation Creative Education Workshop Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Education-Workshop-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are talking about an interesting topic, why not use the topic as the main design motif in your creative slide deck? For example, in this presentation about sketchbooks, the creator uses a sketchy, handwritten motif. It is something simple that helps the audience connect with the topic. Plus, it allows you to include a ton of great examples.
34. Utilize a call & answer cadence
![to make short presentation Simple White Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-White-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this SlideShare about how to create a presentation, Peter Zvirinsky uses a two-step process to present a point. First, he presents the header presentation tip in a speech bubble. Then he shows a supporting point in a responding speech bubble. This gives the presentation a conversational flow.
35. Repurpose ebook content into a creative presentation
![to make short presentation Purple Seth Godin Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Purple-Seth-Godin-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This slide deck was adapted perfectly from a Seth Godin ebook into the presentation example you see above. In the slide deck, they take a piece of content that would usually take a while to read and cut it down to a few minutes. Just remember to include only the most important ideas, and try to present them in a fresh way.
36. Add a timed outline to your presentation
![to make short presentation Simple Blue Monthly Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Blue-Monthly-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
We have already covered how important it is to have a table of contents in your slides but this takes it a bit further. On the second slide of the presentation below, the creator added how long each of the slides should take.
![to make short presentation White Minimalist Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/White-Minimalist-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This is great because it helps your audience know the pace the presentation will take and will help keep them engaged. It also will help them identify the most important and in-depth parts of the presentation from the beginning.
37. Use a ânext stepsâ slide to direct your audience
![to make short presentation Purple Gradient Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Purple-Gradient-Presentation-Ideas.png)
One of the worst things you can do as a presenter is to leave your audience without any idea of what to do next. A presentation should never just end because you ran out of slides.
![to make short presentation Blue Creative Gradient Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Blue-Creative-Gradient-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Instead, use a conclusion or ânext stepsâ slide like in the example above to finish your presentation. Sum up some of your main points, tell your audience where they can get more information, and push them to take action.
38. Go a bit crazy with the design
![to make short presentation Velocity Partners Simple White Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Velocity-Partners-Simple-White-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Sometimes you need to throw convention to the wind to create something unforgettable. This presentation from Velocity Partners does just that, and I think it is one of my favorite ones from this entire roundup.
![to make short presentation Velocity Partners Simple Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Velocity-Partners-Simple-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
They use unconventional typography, quirky icons, and unusual presentation layout to make each slide surprising.
39. Make your slide deck easy to share
![to make short presentation Simple Content Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Content-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are looking to get a lot of eyes on your presentation I would make sure people will want to share it on social media. How do you do that? By presenting new and interesting value. This means your content needs to answer a common question and your design needs to be clutter-free. For example, look at this very social media-friendly. The slides are simple and answer questions directly.
40. Use shapes to integrate your photos into the slides
![to make short presentation Colorful Food Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Food-Presentation-Ideas.png)
Want to include a bunch of images in your presentation? I say do it!
Now most of the time you would add a raw image directly to your slide. However, if you want to present images in a professional way I would recommend using an image frame .
![to make short presentation Nutrition Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Nutrition-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Like in the example above, you can use these frame to create a collage of images almost instantly. Or provide a similar visual theme to all of your slides.
Overall, I believe itâs a great way to add a new visual component to your presentation.
41. Hijack someoneâs influence in your marketing slides
![to make short presentation Creative Social Media Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Social-Media-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are stuck in the brainstorming phase of your presentation, focusing on a brand or influencer is a great place to start. It could be a case study, a collection of ideas or just some quotes from the influencer. But what makes it effective is that the audience knows the influencer and trusts them. And you are able to hijack their awareness or influence.
42. Put y our logo on every slide
![to make short presentation Moz Business Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Moz-Business-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Whether you have a brand as powerful as Moz, or you are just getting started, you should always have your logo on each slide. You really never know where a presentation is going to end up–or what parts of it will! In this presentation template, Moz does a good job of including their branding and such to get others interested in Moz Local. Don’t have a logo yet? Our logo design tips will help you create a logo that’s iconic and will stand the test of time.
43. Lead your audience to it
![to make short presentation Blogging Tips Presentations Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Blogging-Tips-Presentations-Ideas-1.jpg)
In this example, the creator uses something very similar to the call and answer approach I mentioned above, but with a little twist. Instead of just throwing all the info up at once, they use three slides to build to a particular point and include a subtle call to action in the third slide.
44. Make visuals the focal point of your presentation slides
![to make short presentation Non Profit Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Non-Profit-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.png)
If you havenât noticed, illustrated icons are having a revival in 2020 and beyond. This is likely because minimalist icons dominated the design world for the past decade. And now people want something new.
Brands also like using illustrated icons because they are seen as genuine and fun.
![to make short presentation Blood Donation Creative Presentation](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Blood-Donation-Creative-Presentation.jpg)
And because they are so eye-catching you can use them as focal points in your presentation slides. Just like they did in the creative presentation example above.
Picking the perfect icon is tough, learn how you can use infographic icons like a pro.
45. Use a quirky presentation theme
![to make short presentation Animation Ninja Funny Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Animation-Ninja-Funny-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this slide deck, the authors show you how to become an Animation Ninja…and they use ninja graphics and icons extensively. This caught my eye immediately because of the amount of work that I knew was behind this. It takes a lot of time and effort to line all of the content and graphic up to create a cohesive theme, but the payoff can be massively worth it.
46. Use a consistent background image
![to make short presentation Simple Modern Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Modern-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
I am a big fan of the way that Aleyda SolĂs uses only a single presentation background image throughout her presentation.
![to make short presentation Modern SEO Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-SEO-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
By using this tactic the audience is able to focus on what is happening in the foreground. Plus it gives the whole presentation a different feel than all the other ones I have looked at.
47. Summarize your points at the end
![to make short presentation Deanta Data Driven Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Deanta-Data-Driven-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Itâs a good idea to summarize your points before you end your presentation , especially if youâve covered a lot of information. In this presentation example, Deanta summarizes exactly what they do on slide numbers 16-18. They also provide their contact information in case their audience has any more questions. I think that every presentation should use this same approach, especially the ones you are presenting outside of your company.
48. Use a minimalist presentation template
![to make short presentation QuickBooks Minimalist Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/QuickBooks-Minimalist-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This slide deck from QuickBooks uses a minimalist theme to help the audience focus on what is important, the content.
![to make short presentation QuickBooks White Simple Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/QuickBooks-White-Simple-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
There were only five colors used in the entire presentation and the graphics were simple line drawings. This made it easy to read and very pleasing to the eyes.
49. Split your slides length-wise
![to make short presentation Sequoia Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Sequoia-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Here is a simple template you can use to separate your headers, or main points, from your body text in a presentation.
![to make short presentation Minimalist White Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Minimalist-White-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Instead of using a solid presentation background, split the slide in half like Sequoia did in their slide deck. They used their brand color for the title portion and a neutral white for the supporting content.
Use this company report template to create a very similar slide right now!
50. Embrace a bold color scheme throughout your presentation
![to make short presentation Colorful Modern Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Modern-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.png)
My favorite part of the creative presentation example above is the use of complementary colors in each slide. As you can see, not one of the slides use the same color scheme but they all feel related connected.
![to make short presentation Colorful Modern Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Modern-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This approach can be used to make your presentation visually unique, without abandoning a cohesive theme or idea.
51. Put text in the top left corner
![to make short presentation Simple Orange Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Orange-Business-Presentation-Ideas-1.jpg)
English speakers will instinctively try to read text from a top to bottom, left to right orientation. I would recommend using a left alignment for your text and adding additional things from top to bottom, just like Aaron Irizarry did in this presentation layout.
52. Break up your tables
![to make short presentation Intuit Financial Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Intuit-Financial-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
A plain table with a white background with black or gray lines are difficult to read on a computer screen, so why would you create one for viewing on a large presentation screen? You shouldnât!
Instead, follow Intuitâs lead and break up the rows with a bit of color. This applies to data visualization in general , but think it is even more important when it comes to presentations.
53. Present connected information in a visually similar way
![to make short presentation Yellow Startup Pitch Deck Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Yellow-Startup-Pitch-Deck-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this startup pitch presentation example, they have a ton of information to get through. But they present their most important slides, the problem and solution, in a visually similar way.
![to make short presentation Yellow Creative Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Yellow-Creative-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
By using a similar layout on each slide, the audience will be able to quickly make a connection. If you want to present two connected pieces of information, use this tactic.
![to make short presentation Yellow Modern Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Yellow-Modern-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
From the font to the layout, itâs all basically the same. The main message theyâre trying to impart is a lot more impactful to the reader.
If they would have used two wildly different presentation layouts, the message may have been lost.
54. Roundup expert tips into one presentation
![to make short presentation Venngage Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Venngage-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are looking for useful insights into the topic of your presentation, talk to some influencers in your niche. These are called âexpert roundupsâ in the content marketing world and they are incredibly shareable.
![to make short presentation Data Driven Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Data-Driven-Presentation-Ideas-1.jpg)
Plus, they are pretty easy to create and have a great shelf life. In the example above, we talked to a gaggle of marketing experts about what makes a SlideShare great.
55. Use bold & brash colors throughout
![to make short presentation Gradient SEO Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2019/09/2dbf211d-5a5d-4ab2-a6f2-f657e8cfcaa3.png)
B old colors usually make your presentation template a lot easier to read and remember. Like at this slide deck made by our talented designers, which doesnât shy away from bright, bold colors.
Want to pick a perfect color palette for your presentation? Read this blog on the doâs and donâts of infographic color selection .
56. Make your graphs easy to read & interpret
![to make short presentation Futuristic Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Futuristic-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
It should not require a Master’s degree in statistics to understand the graphs that someone uses in a presentation. Instead, the axis should be easy to read, the colors should enforce the point, and the data should be clearly plotted.
![to make short presentation Creative Data Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Data-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
For example, in this presentation on slide numbers 14 and 25, the graphs nail all of those tips perfectly.
57. Condense your presentation into a memorable line
![to make short presentation Red Simple Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Red-Simple-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you can, try condensing your information into a simple one-liner to help the message stick with your audience. In slide number 36 of this presentation, Mika Aldaba does just that and shows that âFacts + Feelings = Data Storytelling.â
![to make short presentation Minimalist White Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Minimalist-White-Business-Presentation-Ideas-1.jpg)
He does this again a few times throughout the presentation with other memorable one-liners.
58. Bring attention to important figures with colorful icons
![to make short presentation Blue Investor Pitch Deck Presentation Idea](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Blue-Investor-Pitch-Deck-Presentation-Idea.png)
If youâre including a figure or number on your slides, Iâm guessing you want the audience to actually see it.
Thatâs why I would recommend using an icon or graphic to highlight that figure. Maybe use a color or icon that isnât used anywhere else in the presentation to make sure it really jumps off the screen.
![to make short presentation Colorful Blue Yellow Investor Presentation Idea copy](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Blue-Yellow-Investor-Presentation-Idea-copy.jpg)
In the presentation example above, all thatâs used is a simple circle to make each figure a focal point. Itâs really that easy, but many people leave it out of their presentations.
59. Anchor Your Text With Icons
![to make short presentation Studio Ninja Creative Gradient Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Studio-Ninja-Creative-Gradient-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Having your text or content floating out in the white space of your presentation is not a good look.
![to make short presentation Studio Ninja White Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Studio-Ninja-White-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Instead, you should use anchor icons to give the text something to hold onto and draw the audience’s eye. If you need some examples of good anchor icons, check out slide numbers 4, 7 and 9 in this presentation example.
60. Add semi-opaque lettering as a presentation background
![to make short presentation Stinson Illustrated Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Stinson-Illustrated-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
A neat way to keep your slide deck organized is to number your slides or points using semi-opaque lettering in the background.
![to make short presentation Stinson Creative Illustrated Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Stinson-Creative-Illustrated-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Then, place your slide content on top of the opaque lettering. This helps your audience know that you are on the same point or idea, plus it just looks really good when done right.
61. Use simple or minimalist borders
![to make short presentation Transparent Orange Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Transparent-Orange-Business-Presentation-Ideas.png)
An easy way to class up your slides is to put a border around your text. Take this presentation from Venngage that uses a couple of different types of borders to make their slides look professional.
![to make short presentation Modern Orange Business Presentation Ideas2 copy](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Orange-Business-Presentation-Ideas2-copy.jpg)
Plus it helps keep all of your content contained on the slide!
62. Feature one idea per slide
![to make short presentation Minimalist Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Minimalist-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Nothing is worse than a confusing, cluttered slide. Instead of trying to pack a bunch of ideas into one slide, focus on one core idea on each slide. If you need to flesh the idea out, just make another slide.
Having trouble condensing your slides? Our presentation design guide can help you summarize your presentations and convey a singular idea with a clear focus.
63. Keep your style consistent with your brand
![to make short presentation Creative OfficeVibe Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-OfficeVibe-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
You might be tempted to switch up the style of your creative presentations each time, but think again. If your brand is known for fun and lighthearted content, like Officevibe, let that be your style throughout all of the presentations you publish under that brand. This will make your slide decks recognizable and will enforce your brandâs message .
64. Use accent fonts to emphasize important numbers
![to make short presentation Social Media Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Social-Media-Business-Presentation-Ideas.png)
Some people hate pie charts with a passion, but I think they are perfect for presentations. Especially if you want to bring attention to a figure or percentage point .
![to make short presentation Colorful Social Media Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Colorful-Social-Media-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this simple example, the pie charts are used to visualize each figure in an interesting way. Plus the pie charts fit the circular and fun theme of the rest of the presentation very well.
65. Use patterned and textured presentation backgrounds
![to make short presentation Design Tips Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Design-Tips-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
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Adding some subtle textures, icons or shapes to the presentation background can help make your slides more interesting. This is especially effective when you are only showing one point per slide, because it makes the slide design less sparse.
![to make short presentation DesignMantic Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/DesignMantic-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
You can even switch up the colors on your shapes or textures to match the theme of the slide like DesignMantic did in this presentation.
66. Illustrate complex or confusing concepts with icons
![to make short presentation Gluwa Startup Pitch Deck Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Gluwa-Startup-Pitch-Deck-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Ideally, you donât want every slide in your deck to just be text. Instead, switch things up every few slides by using just pictures.
![to make short presentation Simple Startup Pitch Deck Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Startup-Pitch-Deck-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This slide deck by Gluwa uses icons to create little diagrams to illustrate their presentation ideas. Their slides still communicate concepts to the audience, but in a new way.
67. Overlay stock photos with color
![to make short presentation Change Sciences Data Driven Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Change-Sciences-Data-Driven-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
One problem many people encounter when creating a presentation or slide decks are finding photos with a consistent style. An easy way to edit photos to make them consistent is to add a transparent color overlay. In this example, Change Sciences uses a blue overlay on all of their photos. Plus, the color you choose can also help convey a particular mood.
68. Use black and white blocks
![to make short presentation Creative Leadership Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Leadership-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
An easy way to make your text pop, particularly on a photo background, is to use white font on a black blog background (and vise-versa). Check out this slide deck by Abhishek Shah, which uses this trick in an effective way.
Now if you want to become a better leader this year, check out some of our favorite leadership infographics .
69. Use photos with similar filters
![to make short presentation Hubspot Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Hubspot-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Using a bunch of photos with wildly different filters can be jarring in a business presentation. To maintain a consistent flow, use photos with a similar filter and color saturation.
![to make short presentation Hubspot Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Hubspot-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Take a look at this example from HubSpot across slide numbers 1-6 and you can see what I mean.
70. Visualize your points with diagrams
![to make short presentation Purple Data Driven Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Purple-Data-Driven-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Sometimes the best way to get your point across is to throw some diagrams into the presentation mix. But be sure to make is something that the audience can pick up on in three to five seconds tops.
![to make short presentation Purple Data Driven Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Purple-Data-Driven-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
For example, Jan Rezab uses a diagram to illustrate what takes up time in our lives on slide numbers 4, 5, 7 and 9!
71. Get experts to share tips
![to make short presentation Expert Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Expert-Business-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you want to provide even more value to your audience than you can offer yourself, why not call in some expert reinforcement? See what experts in your field have to say on the topic of your presentation and include their tips and insights. Plus you can hijack their influence and expand your audience fairly quickly.
72. Mimic a popular presentation style
![to make short presentation Uber Pitch Deck Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2019/09/b618f1f7-a1b9-4389-a1c2-c61a916cb690.png)
Uber’s pitch deck helped them raise millions of dollars in venture capital eventually leading to the glorious moment when they IPOed this year.
Aside from our sleek design upgrade (hey, we love good design!), this pitch deck template is the exact same one that Uber used to go from Idea to IPO.
And who knows? Maybe you might start the next Uber. But to raise money, you will need to create flawless business pitch decks to impress investors and raise those dollars.
73. Plan your presentation idea ahead of time
![to make short presentation HighSpark Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/HighSpark-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
I know that minimalist designs are all the rage this year, but there is a big difference between a well-thought-out minimalist design and a lazy design without the finish touches. The same goes for a cluttered design with too many things going on at once.
![to make short presentation HighSpark Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/HighSpark-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Thatâs why itâs worth it to take the time to really plan out your presentation ideas and design concepts. Take this slide deck about storytelling by HighSpark. A quick glance will tell you that they put a lot of thought into designing their slides.
74. Use tables to compare your brand to the competition in sales presentations/pitch decks
![to make short presentation Mint Pitch Deck Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Mint-Pitch-Deck-Presentation-Ideas.png)
There are a lot of ways to visually compare similar things in this day and age. You could use a comparison infographic , or even a venn diagram!
However, when it comes to presentations I think that the simple table is best. Especially if you are comparing more than two things, like in this presentation example.
![to make short presentation Green Startup Pitch Deck Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Green-Startup-Pitch-Deck-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
With a table, you can clearly lay out all the pros and cons of each idea, brand or topic without it being overwhelming to the audience. Plus, virtually everyone knows how to follow a table, so your information will be easy to consume.
See more examples of the best pitch decks .
75. Blend icons & content effortlessly
![to make short presentation Social Media Trends Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Social-Media-Trends-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Usually, icons are used as eye-catching objects detectors or anchors for text in a slideshow. But they can be used for so much more than that!
![to make short presentation Social Media Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Social-Media-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Like in this marketing presentation from Constant Contact they are very large but do not distract from the content.
76. Make your audience want more
![to make short presentation Green Growth Hack Presentations Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Green-Growth-Hack-Presentations-Ideas.jpg)
This tactic has been used by everyone since the idea of marketing was invented (or close to that). In this presentation example called â100 Growth Hacks, 100 Daysâ the creator only shows the audience the first 10 days of it and then uses a call to action at the end of the presentation to encourage them to seek out the rest.
![to make short presentation Simple Green Marketing Presentations Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Green-Marketing-Presentations-Ideas.jpg)
The only risk with these kinds of presentation ideas is if your initial content is not great, you canât expect your audience to seek out more information.
77. Use memes (for real, though)
![to make short presentation Moz Content Marketing Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Moz-Content-Marketing-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Usually, memes do not have a place in a serious business setting, so maybe donât use them for formal presentations. But if youâre covering a lighter topic, or if youâre going for a fun presentation that will connect with your audience, donât be afraid to throw a meme or two into the mix.
The audience immediately knows what you are trying to say when you use a popular meme in your presentation. For example, on slide number 7, the creator uses a meme to show that it will be hard to create great content
78. Include a slide that introduces your team in pitch decks
![to make short presentation Modern Black Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Black-Business-Presentation-Ideas.png)
In this presentation example, the creators decided to include their team on a slide. I think itâs a great gesture.
![to make short presentation Minimalist Black Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Minimalist-Black-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Showing your team can help the audience put a face to your brand and make the whole company feel more genuine. So if there is a team that has helped you get where you are today, give them some recognition!
79. Feature a complementary color palette
![to make short presentation Bright Yellow Gary Vaynerchuk Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Bright-Yellow-Gary-Vaynerchuk-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Even though I am not a formally trained designer, I still understand that proper color usage is the base of any good design. Although not all of the tenets of color theory work great for presentations, complementary colors are always a great pick.
![to make short presentation Creative Gary Vaynerchuk Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Gary-Vaynerchuk-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Take a look at the color usage in this business presentation from Gary Vaynerchuk below . The purple and Snapchat yellow, which are complementary colors, look fantastic and the content jumps off the screen.
80. Use a heavy or bold font
![to make short presentation Throwback HR Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Throwback-HR-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
The very back of the room should be able to read your content if you are giving a group presentation. To ensure that your entire audience can read the slides I would not only use a large font, but also use a heavy font. If you are confused by what I mean by a heavy font take a look at this unique presentation example by Slides That Rock.
81. Do the math for your audience
![to make short presentation Data Driven Startup Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Data-Driven-Startup-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
If you are going to use a graph in your presentation to compare data you should do the match for your audience. Do not make them do the calculations in their head because you will quickly lose their attention. For example, on slide number 5 the people at Sickweather lay out exactly what figures they want the audience to take from the slide.
82. Use unique colors for different sections
![to make short presentation Copywriting Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Copywriting-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
The example below has 145 slides but it does not feel overwhelming or confusing.
![to make short presentation Marketing Tips Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Marketing-Tips-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Thatâs because each section has a different corresponding color, which makes it easier to flip through the slide deck and find a particular part.
83. Give your presentation a catchy title that anyone can remember
![to make short presentation Information Creative Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Information-Creative-Presentation-Ideas.png)
What I really love about the presentation example above is that it features a catchy tagline on the second slide–âThe 3S Framework.â Itâs simple but it works!
![to make short presentation Modern Summary Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Summary-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This motto helps outline the structure of the presentation, and each slide referring back to it. Plus, the tagline will give the audience something to latch onto and remember from the presentation.
84. White backgrounds are not always bad
![to make short presentation Minimalist White Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Minimalist-White-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
A lot of people think that plain white background is a boring presentation faux pas. So the first thing they do is add color or image, which is not a bad thing at all.
![to make short presentation Modern Simple White Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Simple-White-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
But I also think that when used correctly, like in this example, plain white backgrounds can lead to beautiful presentations.
85. Split the header text from the body text
![to make short presentation Bold Purple Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Bold-Purple-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This idea is very similar to the one-two punch tactic that I talked about above, but it spreads the content over two slides as opposed to a single slide.
![to make short presentation Bold Orange Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Bold-Orange-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Use this design choice when you have fairly easy to follow presentations, like the one below from Steve Young. I know that this is effective because it allows the audience to focus on the main point before he drives it home with the supporting details.
86. Feature circle image frames
![to make short presentation Black & White Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Black-White-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
I am a big fan of the design choices that Frank Delmelle uses in this slide deck about content strategy. He uses circles as his main design motif and frames his images in circles as well.
87. Talk directly to your audience
![to make short presentation Simple Gray Tech Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Gray-Tech-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
This slideshow tops out at 70 slides but itâs a breeze to flip through. Thatâs because the creator, Ian Lurie, decided to present it in the form of a conversation instead of a classic slide deck.
While each slide only has one or two sentences, it flows just like a friendly chat. He also includes the necessary pauses, breaks and other conversational tics that helps make it even more convincing.
88. Illustrated icons are key this year
![to make short presentation Illustrated Design Guide Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Illustrated-Design-Guide-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Icons add a fun and functional element to your designs. In this presentation by Iryna Nezhynska, they use illustrated icons to make a potentially intimidating topic seem manageable.
89. Highlight key numbers and percentages
![to make short presentation Marketing Stats Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Marketing-Stats-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Surprising percentages have the ability to excite and shock an audience. To make the percentages on your slides even more impactful, present them in a different color or font than the rest of the text.
![to make short presentation Simple Data Driven Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Simple-Data-Driven-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In the presentation example above, Contently uses that exact tactic to bring more attention to key numbers.
90. Use a gradient as your presentation background
![to make short presentation Modern Gradient Business Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Gradient-Business-Presentation-Ideas.png)
Just like bold color schemes, gradients are a current social media graphic design trend . They may feel retro to some, but I believe they will be around well into the future.
Gradients are perfect for presentation backgrounds because they are so versatile and eye-catching. I mean, you can literally create a gradient with any colors you can think of! And they look a lot more interesting than a simple flat background.
So embrace the future and use a gradient in your next presentation!
91. Track the steps in a process
![to make short presentation 10 Tips Human Resources Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/10-Tips-Human-Resources-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
In this example, the creators from O.C. Tanner add a very interesting feature to their slides, starting on slide number 6. If you take a look at this business presentation template, you will see that they number the steps in a process and track which step theyâre on at the bottom of the slides.
92. Use mind blowing font pairings
![to make short presentation Visual Communications Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Visual-Communications-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
The creator of this slide deck uses at least 10 different types of fonts. And it looks fantastic because they know that one font choice is boring. But this does not mean that you should use a bunch of random fonts–pick font pairs that play well together and keep your font choices for different types of information consistent throughout the presentation.
93. Make your ideas as obvious as possible
![to make short presentation White Tech Education Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/White-Tech-Education-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Your audience shouldnât be guessing at what you mean. That is why I think that this presentation example from In a Rocket is so powerful because they make the information easy to digest.
![to make short presentation White Simple Education Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/White-Simple-Education-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
Learning to code can be challenging, but they break the information down with simple diagrams and clear examples. Heck, I have not touched CSS in a few years and I could still follow what they were instructing.
94. Use images that will actually scale
![to make short presentation Modern Education Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Modern-Education-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
A large mistake that you can make in your slide deck is using low-quality images. They may look great on your computer, but as soon as the slides are put up on a screen, the low quality will show. In this example by ThoughtWorks, all of their presentation background images look great and will scale well to a bigger screen. And that is even after the image compression that LinkedIn most likely does!
95. Take risks with your presentation layout
![to make short presentation Creative Illustrated Presentation Ideas](https://venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/10/Creative-Illustrated-Presentation-Ideas.jpg)
I honestly was blown away the first time I saw this presentation because it capitalized on such a risky design idea. The creators from Weekdone literally turned their presentation into an 8-Bit video game. A nd if you are looking for something that will stick with your audience, I would take a few creative cues from them!
96. Seriously, you better use memes
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In this day and age memes are mainstream, so why wouldn’t you use them in a creative presentation? These do not have to be the coolest meme that all the hip kids are sharing, they can be some of the classics. Like the one that Dana DiTomaso uses on slide 16 to emphasize that itâs a trap!
97. Follow a clear design rhythm
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I really like how this presentation introduced each new point in three or four steps, using the same design. It gave the presentation a rhythm that flowed almost like a song!
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I would recommend using this approach if you have to introduce multiple points per slide.
98. Use LOTS of icons
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If you have made it this far in the list you have already probably seen how effective icons are in presentations. They are the perfect way to support your ideas and make your presentation more pleasing to the eyes.
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For example, take a look at all the icons SlideShop uses in this presentation. Almost every slide has at least one icon and a few have more than ten!
99. Give each slide its own spark
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I know this goes against earlier points I had about creating a cohesive theme in your presentation layout, but everyone knows that rules are made to be broken (if you can do it better)!
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In this slide deck, the team at Officevibe literally created different designs for all 27 of their slides. And to top it off, each of the designs fit the quotes they used extremely well.
100. Use LARGE header cards
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An easy way to stick to that âone piece of content on each slide ruleâ is to use header cards. They are basically the header that you would normally use in a blog post or article, but it gets is own slide before the content. Here is an example of that idea in the real world in this presentation from Brian Downard.
101. Ask your audience questions
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I think one of the most common elements I saw in all the slide decks was that they asked the audience questions. You can use questions to engage with your audience and get them thinking a bit harder about the topic. The Site By Norex team did an exceptional job of this when they explored what the topic of what makes up a brand.
Need some more info about creating a memorable brand? Check out some of the best branding stats for 2020 and beyond!
102. Introduce yourself and your brand
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I would say that a majority of presentations that I looked at in this list just jumped right into the content without an introduction to the author or brand in the actual slide deck.
This introduction is very important because it establishes your credentials from the beginning, especially if someone is just reading the slide deck. In this example from Losant, they do just that by spending the first few slides telling the audience who they are.
103. Mix up your mediums
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Finally, this slide deck effectively marries two very distinct content forms together: digital images and hand-drawn illustrations. In this example, Freshdesk uses the timeless classic of a comic strip, Calvin & Hobbes, in something so modern to inform the audience in a fun way.
104. Show off your credentials
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Just like with any piece of content, people are more likely to believe what you are saying if they know what your company does. That is why I really like when people insert their qualifications right into the presentation slides. Just like Andreas von der Heydt, from Amazon, did at the beginning of this presentation about thinking big.
105. Highlight key data points
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If you are presenting a chart or graph on a dry topic, I would recommend using a single color to highlight the most important data point. For example, the investment firm a16z uses orange to highlight the data points they want their audience to focus on in each of their charts.
Check out some examples of how to highlight your key information in bar charts .
106. Show your audience where to find more information
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A lot of people end their presentations by literally just running out of slides, and that is the wrong way to do it. Instead, CBInsights consistently pushes their readers towards another piece of content at the end. This is also where you can insert a call to action!
107. Tell your origin story
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This idea is kinda similar to showing off your company qualifications at the beginning of your presentation. But with this approach, you are trying to make an emotional connection with your audience instead of just showing off accolades.
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And Rand from Moz does this extremely well in the presentation example above.
108. Use one focused visual
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This presentation uses a central visual of a structure, with each slide moving down the levels of the structure. This is incredibly powerful because the entire presentation is about sinking your company, and the visual they designed mirrors that idea perfectly. Using one focus visual also makes your slide deck design cohesive.
109. Don’t take presentation design too seriously
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Sometimes we get caught up trying to make the perfect presentation and it ends up making us crazy!
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But in this presentation example, Jesse Desjardins uses a mix of wit and hilarious retro images to create a memorable and light-hearted presentation.
110. Use size to your advantage
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I am a big fan of using bubble charts and other charts that use size to compare two pieces of data. That is why I like this pitch deck from the ShearShare team that utilizes a size-based chart on slide number 9. The chart is used to illustrate the massive growth potential in their industry.
111. Split section headers from the main content with different background colors
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In this presentation, Seth Familian uses alternating colors in a very interesting way. For each of the title slides, he uses a black color background, but for the content slides he uses a white background.
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This helped the readers follow along and comprehend what was on the page even faster. And when you are presenting to hundreds of different types of people, this can make or break your presentation.
112. Have a conversation with your audience
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Take a conversational tone in your presentation is a great way to encourage your audience to participate.
In this slide deck example, we presented a simple storyline and use questions to engage with the audience throughout. And it helped create a flow throughout the presentation template that is easy to follow.
113. Include your branding throughout your presentation ideas
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Another thing that people seem to forget when they are working on a presentation is to include their businessâs branding. You honestly never know where your work is going to be shared, so it is important to make sure people know itâs yours. HubSpot does an outstanding job of this on all their presentations, as you can see in the bottom left corner of each slide.
Plus you have spent a ton of time creating your brand guidelines , might as well use them.
114. Include multiple slides to build to your main point
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Try using multiple slides to build to your main point. This helps you walk through the components of one overarching point while also building suspense. In this slide deck, the creator uses 6 slides to build up to one main point, adding a new illustration to the diagram on each slide.
115. Split the difference
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Use either the left or right side of the slide to hold your text and the opposite to display an image. If you are using a photo or graphic as the main background in your slides, this is a great way to keep things organized.
116. There are millions of fonts out there…use them
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Hey, I love simple fonts just as much as the next guy, but sometimes you need to step up your font game to stand out. For example, WebVisions uses a very gritty, probably custom font in their unique presentation that fits the topic extremely well. Take a look!
117. Build your presentation content around icons
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Try using icons as the focal points of your presentation layout. This example from Omer Hameed uses icons to draw the audienceâs eyes right to the middle of the presentation, where the main points and headers are located.
118. Mix up font style to emphasize important points
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If you would like to draw some extra attention to a certain word or idea, switch up the font to one that is bolder. For example, in this oldie but goodie presentation from HubSpot they use a heavy sans-serif font to highlight ideas, as opposed to the serif font for the other text.
119. Add personal touches to your presentation
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If you want to create a truly unique presentation, add personal touches. In the slide numbers 6-13 from this presentation, the creator adds something to their design that no one else could ever have: they use original drawings they did themselves.
120. Harness the power of your own brand colors
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Sometimes people forget that they already have a battle-tested color palette that they can use in their brand colors . I try to incorporate one of our brand colors in most of my designs and it makes so much easier to choose colors.
In this simple presentation example, Spitfire Creative used a palette that had both of their brand colors throughout the slideshow.
121. Used dark-colored blocks to highlight words
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I have seen this trick used in a lot of presentations and it works well. Highlight certain words or phrases by laying them overtop a colored rectangle. Take slide number 7 in this presentation example as a great guide. Use it to bring attention to a saying or idea you really want your audience to remember.
122. Show the audience your mug
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This presentation example comes from the same presentation as a previous one, but it was too good not to share. Throughout the slides, you will see Rand from Moz pop up to add a human element to the design. Using an image of your team or yourself can put the audience at ease and make it easier to connect with the presenter.
123. Include a helpful table of contents
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I only saw this presentation idea used a few times throughout my research, but I believe it should be used a lot more. A table of contents will help the audience know what to expect and keep their focus throughout. Especially if you are creating a presentation that is a bit longer than normal.
124. Do not post just screenshots, do more
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Screenshots of a program or app are very common in any blog post, but I think you can do a little better when it comes to presentations.
So instead of just posting a boring screenshot, add a little more to the slide by using illustrations and product shots. If you are not sure what I am talking about, just check out how great the screenshots look at slide numbers 7 and 8 in this presentation.
125. Highlight keywords using BOLD color
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Hereâs another slide deck that uses different colors and blocks to highlight keywords. If you are going to use text-heavy slides, then make sure the key points are easy to pick out. Take this slide deck: starting in slide number 4, they highlight exactly what they want you to take away from the text on each slide!
Enough presentation ideas for you?
You made it! I applaud you for making it through all those presentations. Hopefully, now you have a few nifty presentation ideas ready for when you need them.
The next step is to create a presentation that will captivate a meeting room, an amphitheater, and even the world (hey, it doesn’t hurt to dream big).
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15 presentation tips for captivating your audience and commanding the room.
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Public speaking can be a daunting task, especially when addressing a large audience. Whether you're giving a presentation in the boardroom or delivering a keynote speech at a conference, holding your audience's attention and maintaining command of the room is paramount. The ability to captivate your audience and leave a lasting impression not only enhances your message's impact but also builds your reputation as a confident and effective speaker.
Here, Forbes Coaches Council members share invaluable tips and strategies to help you conquer your fear of public speaking and ensure that your next presentation or speech is a resounding success.
1. Be Confident
Be grounded and confident to be yourself and then tell great stories. Use your voice and the stage to bring the stories alive. Your audience will connect to the emotion of the story but make sure that it is relevant for your audience and related to the topic. - Cath Daley , Cath Daley Ltd
2. Find A Way To Actively Engage The Audience
Be prepared with ways to get your audience engaged and keep their focus. Whether that's relating to your audience, telling a joke or asking questions, actively driving engagement will make for a more effective presentation or speech. - Luke Feldmeier , Online Leadership Training - Career and Leadership Accelerator for Engineers
3. Create An Emotional Connection
Creating an emotional connection with the audience and involving them in your session fosters active participation, and ensures your audience stays engaged throughout. This also serves to enhance your presence and to create memories that stay with them long after your presentation ends. - Kristin Andree , Andree Group
4. Put Your Unique Take Front And Center
Do you have something unexpected to say about your topic? Something that goes against the mainstream opinion in your industry or is maybe even slightly provocative? If so, putting your unique take front and center in the title and the beginning of your talk and explaining or resolving it later keeps your audience engaged and interested. - Micha Goebig , Go Big Coaching & Communications, LLC
5. Remember That The Audience Doesn't Know Your Planned Speech
No one wants to see you fail as a speaker. Remember that the focus shouldn't be on whether or not you can recall verbatim every word of your planned speech. The focus should be on how to connect to your audience with a few key points using a combination of storytelling and facts. - Sheri Nasim , Center for Executive Excellence
6. Adapt Your Language To The Audience
Talk about something they are interested in or include elements that will keep them interested. Start by asking why your topic matters to each and every one of them. Use language adapted to the audience. Keep the key messages to two or three maximum. Show them what you think and why you care about the topic. - Isabelle Claus Teixeira , Business and Human Development Consulting Pte Ltd
7. Try To Incorporate An Element Of Surprise
Engagement is the key to keeping the audience's attention. Invite participation, tell stories, walk around, have visuals, include humor, raise your voice and ask questions. Think of a comedian who points at someone in the audience: "Hey, you with the red shirt?" Everyone pays attention. What element of surprise can you present? - Susan Jordan, MBA, MSODL, PCC , Sphereshift Coaching and Consulting
8. Know Your Audience
Doing research ahead of time to ensure you're providing the subject matter in a personalized manner will keep their attention. The topic will dictate the necessary vibe. Based on that, providing opportunities for the group to engage, such as shouting out a word, raising a hand, etc., will also help maintain their interest. - Lindsay Miller , Reverie Organizational Development Specialists
9. Use The Problem-Agitation-Solution Approach
Don't just give a presentation â share a story. It must be a story-audience fit though. Use the P.A.S. â problem-agitation-solution â approach. Start with introducing a problem, follow by agitating the problem via telling a relevant anecdote and conclude by offering a solution by giving an audience a clear, direct way to avoid the pain and learn the lesson. - Alla Adam , Alla Adam Coaching
10. Tell The Audience What They Need To Hear
Instead of trying to figure out what to say, figure out what the audience wants and needs to hear. This shift in perspective allows you to tailor your speech in a way that keeps audiences actively engaged because it's good content that they want to hear. - Robin Pou , The Confident Leader
11. Go All In
To command your audience's attention you have to get into the spirit of what you're teaching and go all in without second-guessing yourself. People want to be led, but they'll be unwilling to follow someone who isn't confident in what they are communicating. - Arash Vossoughi , Voss Coaching Co.
12. Use A Compelling Opening
Start your speech/presentation with a compelling opening that grabs the audience's attention. This could be a surprising fact, a relevant story or a thought-provoking question. This initial engagement can help you establish a strong connection with the audience and set the stage for a captivating presentation. - Moza-Bella Tram , Moza-Bella LLC
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13. Be Authentic
Connect deeply with your essence and purpose. Radiate authenticity. When you're centered in genuine passion and truth others feel it, creating an unspoken bond. It's not about performing; it's about being present and real and offering value from the heart. That's magnetic. - Anna Yusim, MD , Yusim Psychiatry, Consulting & Executive Coaching
14. Let Your Audience Talk
There is nothing worse than stealing everyone's craving for autonomy and speaking the whole time. The person who does the talking does the learning. So, give some autonomy to the audience. Let them talk. Even if it's thinking time and talking to themselves, or to their neighbor or table group. This gains trust and they will lean into what you have to say even more. - Alex Draper , DX Learning Solutions
15. Leverage Non-Verbal Cues
My top tip is to engage your audience through storytelling. A compelling narrative captures attention, evokes emotion and makes complex ideas more relatable. Additionally, use body language and eye contact effectively. These non-verbal cues can significantly enhance your connection with the audience. - Peter Boolkah , The Transition Guy
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How to Create a Successful Project Presentation
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Youâve spent time working on a project that could be a potential game-changer for your company or client. Now youâre buzzing to present it to your team, investors and other key stakeholders.
Creating and delivering project presentations can be nerve-racking and you probably have one question running through your mind.
How do you get the decision-makers to understand your project or secure their buy-in?
Considering that some companies have had about 12% of failed projects in the past year, you want to create presentations that are not only convincing but memorable.
With the right project presentation deck, you can win and keep your audienceâs attention long enough to explain project details and why itâs sure to succeed.
Not sure how to create successful project presentations? Weâve got you covered.
This article will show you how to set project goals and create winning presentations that take your project to the next level.
Hereâs a short selection of 8 easy-to-edit project presentation templates you can edit, share and download with Visme. View more templates below:
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1 Set Goals for Your Project
Before you dive into the main details of your project presentation, you want to answer these questions:
- What is your project set out to achieve?
- Why is it important for you and your team to achieve your set goals?
- How do you plan to communicate your goals to your audience?
If you have to make long guesses before answering these questions, youâve got a lot of work to do. Â
Hereâs what you should know. Beautiful or well-articulated project presentations arenât a substitute for project planning. Without clear goals, your project is already set up to fail. And your investors might think, âwhy bother listening?âÂ
Many project managers tend to rush through the goal-setting phase, but we don't recommend this. Thatâs because you could be setting yourself up for failure. Â
Once you clearly define your project goals, you can get stakeholders to buy into them.Â
Now the question is, how do you set goals for your project and achieve them? One way to do that is by using the SMART goal setting method.Â
Setting SMART Project Goals
SMART is an acronym that stands for S pecific, M easurable, A chievable, R elevant and T ime-Bound. Â
SMART goals are a staple for planning and executing successful projects. It takes a deeper look into the finer details your audience care about, such as:
- Project plan and schedule,
- Project timelines,
- Milestones,Â
- Potential roadblocks and more
For example, let's say your project aims to improve customer experience on web and mobile devices. Notice this example describes the end goal. But it doesnât specify how youâll work to enhance customer experience.Â
Hereâs how using SMART goals provides direction for your planned project.Â
When setting your goals, be clear and specific about what you want to achieve in the end.Â
A specific goal could be: âWe want to build a responsive website and mobile app for our company to improve customer experience. This project will require inputs from our product design, software and marketing departmentâ.
Measurable Â
During your presentation, you'd have to answer questions like:
- What metrics will you use to determine if you meet the goal?Â
- How will you know youâre on the right track?Â
Having metrics in place will help you evaluate your project. Plus, youâd be able to monitor progress and optimize your project to achieve better results.
It doesnât matter if youâre planning a short-term or long-term project. Ensure you set metrics and milestones that count towards your goal.
From our earlier example, a measurable goal could be to have:Â
- Over 100,000 mobile app downloads on Google Playstore and Apple App Store.Â
- A 20% bounce rate on your website and a 15% conversion rate on mobile and web.Â
Attainable Â
One of the most critical questions you want to ask during goal-setting is, âCan we achieve our set goal?â Do we have the resources to accomplish the goal within the available time frame?Â
If the answer is no, then youâd have to consider what it would take to achieve those goals. This may require adjusting your goals or the resources needed to achieve your goal.Â
Although itâs okay to be ambitious, you should also be realistic. For example, getting 200,000 app downloads in one week could be overly ambitious if youâve just launched your app. However, if you set out to achieve that goal in three months, that could make your project practicable.Â
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Your project goals need to align with your broader business goals. Are your goals relevant to the growth and success of the company? Are they worth allocating resources for?
For instance, if your company is B2B and doesnât plan to expand to the B2C market, launching an e-commerce website would be an irrelevant goal.Â
Time-Bound Â
Regardless of your project type and size, you should set time frames. Setting target dates for deliverables creates a sense of urgency and motivates you to hit your goals.Â
From our example above, a time-bound goal could be âWe aim to achieve 100,000 mobile app downloads and a 15% conversion rate by the end of the fiscal year. Our company will launch the mobile app by Q3 with a robust marketing campaign that will run through the end of next fiscal year.â
Setting SMART goals doesnât have to be a challenging task. Use the template below to set project goals that position your business for success.Â
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Communicate Project Goals to Your Team MembersÂ
After you've set your goals, your team will play a key role in helping you achieve them. So you ensure they understand these things:Â
- Why the project goals are in place
- What it's supposed to deliver for your business and customers
- How their role, team and department contributes to the success of the project
Unless youâre clear on this, the project can derail and move in all sorts of unwanted directions.Â
Rather than slam the goals youâve set on your team, make it a collaborative effort. Spend time talking to your team and stakeholders about the project goals.Â
Don't limit your communication to people within your department. You can reach out to people in other departments like sales, operations, finance, etc., to see how well your goals align with theirs.Â
![to make short presentation A timeline presentation slide available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/timeline-presentation-slide.jpg)
To give your team a better understanding, you can communicate your project goals in a variety of ways, including:Â Â
- Visuals (videos, images, charts, infographics, etc.)
- Verbal presentation
- Documentations
By doing that, youâre sure to get their valuable feedback, buy-in and commitment to the project. Plus, getting your team on board with your project plan will up your chances of successful execution.
![to make short presentation A project status presentation template available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/project-status-presentation-template.jpg)
2 Lay Out Your Project Plan Â
Once youâve set your goals, the next big step is to outline how you'll achieve them. An excellent place to start is by organizing your project into an actionable plan and steps for execution.Â
You might wonder why this step is important for creating a successful project presentation.Â
Whether youâre planning a small or big project, writing a detailed plan, structure and layout puts everything into perspective. It eliminates vagueness and helps your audience grasp the project roadmap without missing the points.
Your project plan should contain the technical and non-technical project details. Therefore, you want to give yourself an edge by using a project presentation template that clearly explains all the activities and steps.Â
Not only that, your presentation structure should be simple and easy to follow.
Depending on the project type, your plan could include key details such as:
- The goals and objectives you've outlined earlier
- Your project scope, methodology and framework
- Project milestones, deliverable and acceptance criteria
- Project schedule and timelinesÂ
- Resources and budget estimates, etc.Â
![to make short presentation A project management presentation template available to customize in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/project-management-presentation-template.jpg)
There's no hard and fast rule for laying out your project plan. However, if you want to create a memorable plan that will keep your audience engaged, you could break it down into three parts, including:
Introduction
- Conclusion and key takeaways
Your introduction should provide a brief overview of what youâre going to talk about and why itâs relevant to your audience. You could start by writing down the project name and the executive summary.Â
Think of your executive summary as an abridged version of the project plan.Â
If your audience read only your executive summary, would they have all the information they need about your project? If the answer is yes, your executive summary has served its purpose.Â
The length of your executive summary will depend on what you intend to cover in your project plan. However, we recommend keeping your executive summary one or two pages long.
You can include key information such as:
- Objectives of the project
- Key points of the project planÂ
- Results, conclusions and project recommendations
Keep in mind that not everyone will have the time to dive into the details of your project plan. Â
Having a snapshot of your project brings clarity to key stakeholders and collaborators. It also enables people who aren't actively involved in the project to understand it at a glance.Â
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The body of your project plan is where you have the full project details and everything relevant to its success.
Here you can break your project into deliverables, tasks, milestones and schedules (start and end dates).Â
Ensure you precisely define the resources you need to complete the project, including finances, team, time, technology, physical resources and more.
This is the part where you sum up your project plan with key takeaways. Your conclusion should include what you expect from your audience, including key action points and next steps.
Writing your intro, body and conclusion may sound like a lot of information. But instead of writing multiple pages of text, incorporating visuals can make your project presentations more effective.
By using images, videos, infographics and charts , you can capture all the vital information and help your audience understand your message better.Â
Visme presentation templates are effective for visualizing different sections of your project plan. They are professionally designed and easy for anyone to craft high-quality project plans that keep their team on track.Â
Use the project plan templates below to kickstart your project planning process.
![to make short presentation A project plan template available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/project-plan-template.jpg)
3 Outline the Problem and Solution
You've just spent time crafting your project action plan. Now itâs time to communicate your project plan and goals with your audience. Â
Project presentations are a lot like sales pitches. Whether youâre presenting your project plan to clients or creating a pitch deck for investors, your job is to keep your audience hooked right from the start till the end.
One of the most potent ways of grabbing your audience's attention is by highlighting their pain points.Â
Itâs not enough to have beautiful slides that showcase your amazing product features and project activities.Â
Make sure you set up your project presentation to:
- Outline your audience pain points
- Emphasize how your project, product or service works to address their pain points
- Explain how theyâll benefit from using your product or investing in your project
In a nutshell, your audience should have a clear insight into how your project makes their life better. When theyâre clear on this, theyâll most likely listen to the solutions you bring to the table and take the desired action.
Donât make sweeping assumptions about your audience.Â
If youâre looking to get them on board, dedicate a slide to discuss their problems and solutions. Make them understand how your project benefits them.
![to make short presentation A goals presentation slide available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/goals-presentation-slide.jpg)
Not sure what your audience's pain points are? Go ahead and do these things:
- Run a persona survey or interview existing customers. This will help you build a data-driven user persona that you can use for all types of business and marketing decisions.
- Talk to your customer support and success team. They have close relationships with your customers, so they know their challenges and what they want. If they donât know these things, do them a favor and create a customer success program .Â
- Interact with your community, ask for feedback and involvement. The more you engage with your consumers, the more you understand their challenges, work toward solving and get them invested in your brand.
- Keeping an eye on relevant social media trends, Twitter hashtags, Facebook trendsÂ
- Join relevant online forums like Quora, Reddit, Stack Exchange, etc.Â
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4 Keep Your Presentation Slides Short
When creating project presentations, prioritize quality over quantity. Be sure to keep your slides short and simple. When you do this, your audience will be glad you value their time.Â
Remember, this isnât the time to slam your audience with lengthy and irrelevant jargon. Instead, keep your slides on topics and hit the main points without the boring and unnecessary details.
Hereâs why you need to keep your presentation brief:
- Concise presentation slides are not only powerful, but they are also memorable.
- Studies have shown that during project or business presentations, attention levels drop sharply after 30 minutes . By creating lengthy presentations, you risk losing your audience's attention halfway.Â
- Nobody wants to sit and watch you flip tons of slides for hours. With shorter slides, you can capture your audience's attention and get them to focus on the message.
- Most people might have limited time or have short attention spans. So theyâd want to quickly digest information and move on to the next best thing.Â
How do you keep your project presentations short?Â
- If your slide doesnât add value to your presentation, it shouldnât earn a spot on your deck.
- Supercharge your slide deck with captivating visuals that capture more informationÂ
- Adopt proven methods for preparing your slide
For example, the 10/20/30 rule by Guy Kawasaki is one of the most popular methods used by experts. The rule recommends using ten slides for 20 minutes presentations (about two minutes per slide). It also specifies using a font size of at least 30 for text.
This will enable your audience to digest the messages on your screen while youâre talking.Â
![to make short presentation A business model presentation slide available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/business-model-presentation-slide.jpg)
Keep in mind that this isnât an iron-clad rule for presentation. There are other rules such as Pecha Kucha method , Takahashi method, Lessig method, etc. You can adapt any of these rules to suit your project presentation needs.
5 Use Less Text and More VisualsÂ
Another great way to keep your slides brief yet interesting is using less text and more visuals.Â
Remember, your slide should aid your verbal presentation and not replace it. So you want to avoid crowding too much information on one slide.Â
Cluttering your presentation with too much text could:Â
- Overwhelm your audiences and bore them
- Shift your audience's attention to the text, making your presentation less effective.
Instead, use one slide to present each idea. Marketing guru Seth Godin recommends no more than six words per slide .
People retain more information when itâs presented in bite-size chunks and visuals. This applies to B2B, B2C audiences, project managers and corporate executives.
About 59% of business executives say theyâd rather watch a video about a topic than read about it. Hence the need to supercharge your project presentation with compelling visuals that capture and bring your audienceâs attention right where you want it.Â
Steve Jobsâ MacWorld Keynote presentation in 2007 is an excellent example of how to enhance your presentation with compelling visuals.Â
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During the presentation, Steve Jobs used live and interactive visuals to show how the iPhone 1 works.Â
Read on to learn more tips on creating engaging presentations that will wow your audience.Â
With Visme's presentation maker , you can make stunning project presentations with a rich blend of text and compelling visuals. Hook your audience and inspire action with stellar project presentation templates like the one below.Â
![to make short presentation A budget presentation slide available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/budget-presentation-slide.jpg)
6 Use Quality Visuals, Diagrams and Presentation Aids
Visuals are important for making successful project presentations. Beyond grabbing the audienceâs attention and keeping them engaged, viewers recall 95% of a message when presented in visual form. But when shared via text, they retain only about 10%.Â
There are many types of visual aids you can use in your presentations, including:
- Graphs and charts
- Heat and choropleth maps
- Scatter plotsÂ
- Screenshots and more
Using images and videos will up your chances of getting audience engagements and positive responses to your call-to-action (CTA). Â
Gantt charts , whiteboard drawings and mind maps are ideal for visualizing early-stage project designs. You can use charts, diagrams, maps and trees to present the project architecture for technology-related projects.Â
![to make short presentation A Gantt chart template available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/gantt-chart-template.jpg)
If youâre working on product development projects, consider adding sketches, flowcharts , models and prototypes to your slide.Â
Pie charts are excellent for showing percentages. Vertical bar charts indicate changes over time, while horizontal bar charts help you compare quantities.Â
Infographics are perfect for visualizing data and explaining complex information like market trends.
Hereâs the interesting part. Visme has the tools you need for every job. The software allows you to add different visuals, infographics, charts and graphs to your deck and customize them to suit your needs.Â
You can change design, text and background colors, add or remove legends, animate charts, etc.Â
You can also use maps to represent geographic information. Or, use progress bars, thermometers, radials and widgets to visualize stats and figures as shown in the template below.
![to make short presentation A pie chart template available to customize in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/pie-chart-template.jpg)
When adding visuals to your slide, donât go overboard. Stick to a minimum of two images per slide. In addition, make sure your visuals are relevant to your project presentation.
While designing your presentation slides , always stick to high-quality visuals. Blurry or low-resolution images or videos can be a major turn-off for viewers.Â
With high-quality visuals, your presentations will be crisp and clear, even on large screens.Â
The slide below is an excellent example of how to power your presentations with compelling visuals.
![to make short presentation A team presentation slide available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/team-presentation-slide.jpg)
7 Pay Attention to DesignÂ
Want to create impressive presentations that pop? If the answer is yes, you need to pay attention to your design details. Your design can make or break your project presentation.Â
Whether you are an experienced designer or a novice, design tools like Visme give you an edge. You can create compelling presentation designs for your business in a few minutes.
The beautiful thing is that you donât have to break the bank to make stunning project presentations. You'll find beautiful ready-made templates and millions of stunning royalty-free images for your slides.Â
Here are tips you should consider while designing your slides.
Use the Right Color CombinationÂ
If you want to make your presentations appealing, use color moderately.Â
We get it; everyone loves color. But using too many colors can make your presentations look chaotic and unpleasant.
Your color choice can influence how your audience grasps and responds to your presentation. A general rule of thumb is to pick colors that evoke positive emotions in your audience.Â
For example, warm colors like yellow, orange and red convey feelings of excitement and positivity. On the other hand, cool colors (blue, green and violet) reflect an aura of calmness.Â
When combining colors, aim for a balanced color scheme. For example, if your slide or image background is dark, your text and design elements should have bright colors. This contrast will make your project presentation legible and visually appealing.
You can learn about color psychology and how to use it in your next presentation design by watching the video below.Â
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Use Clear and Consistent TypographyÂ
Optimizing your typography can make a difference in how people perceive your message. So you want to make sure your slide looks organized, professional and sends the right message.Â
Hereâs how you can make this happen:
- Use fonts that embody the spirit of your brand
- Keep your text styles consistent throughout your presentation. We recommend you stick to a maximum of three fonts.
- Avoid fancy fonts and tiny text that strain the reader's eyes. Rather use fonts like Arial, Time News Roman, Calibri and other legible fonts suited for small and large screens.Â
- Use a font size of at least 30 for the body text and 36 for titles.
In addition, remember to present your text using the color scheme we mentioned earlier. This will keep your text visible over your background.Â
Take a look at this slide from one of our presentation templates. Notice how the design, fonts and color combination blends in to make the visuals pop.Â
![to make short presentation An app presentation template available to customize in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/epay-app-presentation-template.jpg)
8 Start With a Presentation Template
Whether youâre a newbie or pro, creating project presentations that pack a punch can be time-consuming.
Letâs say youâve got a deadline looming. Youâd have to deal with writing your project outline, preparing your slide notes, designing your slides, sourcing and incorporating visuals and more.Â
Handling these things from scratch could slow you down or make your presentations untidy.Â
Using presentation templates could save you from all the stress. They help you make professional-looking project presentations fast and easy.
Since the slides are pre-designed, youâll find a place to insert every possible piece of content you need. Be it a progress bar, chart, graph, table, video or image, the design is right there.Â
All you need to do is type your content, input data or insert the image. And boom, your presentation is ready to go.Â
In addition, using presentation templates offers brand consistency in terms of font, style, layout, colors and overall design. You can customize and share templates with your project team to keep your presentations uniform.Â
The title and main body slide, image and chart layout and fonts are set in the template. Therefore formatting your slide becomes a breezeâno more messy or cluttered project presentations.Â
Visme has a wide selection of templates designed to make your presentations shine. Youâll find millions of pixel-perfect graphics, icons, design elements and professionally designed templates for any purpose, industry and project type.Â
Regardless of your skill level, you can customize your templates like the one below. Just add your content and your project presentations will be ready in a few minutes.Â
![to make short presentation A modern presentation theme available in Visme.](https://visme.co/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/modern-presentation-theme.jpg)
9 Present Your Project Like a Pro
If you follow all the tips we shared above, youâve probably got the perfect project presentation on paper. Great stuff, but your job isnât done yet.Â
Your delivery is the final piece of the puzzle, and youâve got to make it count.Â
Hereâs the thing. Your presentation could flop if the delivery isnât convincing. Hence the need to plan your delivery and drive your message across with passion and enthusiasm.Â
Here's how to deliver project presentations that leave an impact.
Practice Makes PerfectÂ
Did you know that Steve Jobs used to spend two days prepping for presentations? Yes, you read that right.Â
Practice is one of the key steps to nailing your delivery.Â
You can practice by reading out loud in your quiet space. While youâre at it, make audio and video recordings and watch them repeatedly.
Ask your friends and colleagues to serve as a test audience and give feedback on your presentation.
This run-through will help ensure your presentation captures the main points within the allotted time. It will also help you maintain the correct body posture during your project presentation.Â
Make time to check if the equipment is working and get familiar with the settings and operations. This is especially important if you plan to use video or audio in your slides.
Start With a Strong OpeningÂ
Your audiences could have short attention spans, so make those first moments count. With solid openings, you can hook your audience and set the mood for a successful presentation.Â
Steve Jobsâ 2005 Stanford commencement speech at Stanford is an excellent example of having a solid opening. With over 4 million views on YouTube, itâs one of the most memorable and watched speeches in history.
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Notice how he hooks the audience with powerful anecdotes about his life, beginning from dropping out of college. And then, he goes on to share the lessons he learned in his early days at Apple, losing his job in 1985 and reflections on death.Â
Hereâs how to make an excellent opening speech that grabs the audienceâs attention and convinces them youâre worth listening to:
- Ask a question
- Tell a compelling story
- Share mind-blowing facts and statistics
- Show captivating video and visuals that spark curiosityÂ
- Open your presentation with humorÂ
Be sure to tailor your opening hook to your audience. To make this effective, itâd help to know about your audiences, including their likes, dislikes, cultural and ethical dispositions, etc.
If you want to learn more about making captivating presentation openings and more, read our guide on starting a presentation .
While presenting your project, focus on your audienceâs needs. By doing this, youâll build an emotional connection and drive action.Â
However, donât go overboard. Be genuine and focus on getting the points across to them. This way, youâll gain their trust and build excitement about your project.Â
Keep in mind that everything may not go as planned. Itâs best to have backup materials and be flexible enough to make necessary adjustments. Preparing for unexpected events will give you more control over them.
End Your Presentation on a High Note
After you've delivered a fantastic presentation, make sure you wrap it up in a memorable way. Doing this will leave a lasting impression and nudge your audiences to take action.Â
One way to end your project presentation is to use a powerful call to action.Â
You can also tell memorable stories, summarize the main points and highlight compelling figures about the project.Â
For example you can mention some really intriguing figures like:Â
- Expected growth rate, return on investment and profit margin
- Potential company valuation in the next five to ten years.Â
- Projected earnings and market position etc.Â
The goal is to hype your audiences and stimulate them to take action. Â
You can check out our other article to learn more about ending your presentation on a great note.Â
Get To Work: Create Powerful Project Presentations With Visme
Creating a successful project presentation starts with setting your goals and having a clear plan to achieve them. It also requires crafting compelling content, paying attention to design and excellent delivery. Â
If youâre going to close those deals, you need a solid pitch deck to explain your project details and why it will succeed. We recommend using an intuitive project presentation software like Visme .Â
Visme is the perfect design tool for creating stunning and engaging project presentations . With Visme, youâll have access to a wide range of features and tools to help bring your project ideas to life. Â
The tool has hundreds of presentation templates, design elements, font styles, built-in stock images and videos, data visualization tools and more to make your project presentation a hit. You can download your design in different formats and share it across multiple social media channels.Â
Now you have all the tips and tools for nailing your next project presentations. Go ahead and make it memorable with Visme's project presentation software.
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Why Short-Form Video Is the Future Of Lead Generation
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Published: August 15, 2024
Short-form video is revolutionizing the way that businesses approach primary lead generation. But do you know why â and how to apply it to your marketing strategy?
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When HubSpot started growing back in the early 2000s, the core strategy for primary lead generation was organic search optimization. It worked incredibly well for HubSpot (and many other businesses), helping us grow into the company we are today. But times have changed.
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AI advancements and the resulting shifts in Google's algorithm have significantly disrupted SEO, making the competition for keywords fiercer than ever â and making it more difficult and expensive to rank and drive traffic. Yet many new businesses still turn to this strategy to drive growth in 2024, without looking at other avenues â which Kieran and I believe is a huge mistake.
As discussed in a recent episode of Marketing Against the Grain , we see the future of primary lead generation shifting to short-form video â and the data backs us up. Short-form video was reported as having the highest ROI of any social media marketing strategy in 2024, with over 84% of marketers saying that video has helped them increase traffic to their website.
But what are the advantages to short-form video and how can you integrate it into your marketing plan?
Advantages of Short-form Video as a Lead Generation Tool
Short-form video â like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram reels â offers companies significant advantages over traditional lead-generation strategies. While the specific perks will vary depending on your product and business model, three that Kieran and I find particularly compelling are:
- Scaled distribution : video platforms give businesses access to massive audiences, which is especially valuable for newer companies that are looking to grow their customer base. For example, the number of daily YouTube Shorts views reached 70 billion in 2023.
- AI defensibility : video content is inherently more personality -driven than information -driven, meaning itâs harder to replicate with AI , ensuring your content remains unique and engaging
- Differentiation : with so many businesses still relying on traditional SEO, embracing short-form video sets you apart from the competition and enables you to quickly gain traction in less-crowded spaces
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1. Lean into storytelling.
âMost brand marketing is boring,â says Kieran. âInstead, try approaching your brand like youâre writing a TV series.â
For example, rather than developing traditional, short-term video campaigns, consider long-term series with recurring characters and plotlines. This storytelling approach establishes a deeper connection with the audience, making your brand memorable.
Also, never underestimate the power of humor. âOne of the outlandish things I think someone could do is hire a comedy writer for developing a companyâs brand campaign,â Kieran says. Humor again makes your video content memorable while further differentiating you from competitors.
2. Recycle existing content.
Especially for teams with limited budgets and resources, repurposing existing video content is an efficient way to expand your short-form content portfolio.
For example, recycle long-form videos by cutting them into smaller, more digestible clips. Turn webinars into video ads, or customer interviews into testimonials. This approach maximizes the shelf-life of your existing content and enables it to reach a broader audience.
Also, donât be afraid to lean into AI. As Kieran explains during the episode: AI tools now enable you to take the text from a blog post and generate a two-minute educational video that perfectly summarizes the blogâs key points. Add AI-generated audio, embed the video back into the blog, and distribute it on other platforms to drive traffic. Instantly, you've created a multimodal blog post that engages readers in new ways.
3. Partner with influencers.
Collaborating with influencers allows brands to reach targeted demographics with less effort. For example, I would look for people who have really successful YouTube channels and TikTok accounts with very specific audiences â and then partner with them for sponsored video content or embed my product into their content.
Associating your brand videos with (carefully chosen) creators increases your credibility, as they already have established trust with their followers. Furthermore, value and brand-aligned influencers increase authenticity and ensure your message resonates with a receptive audience.
To watch our entire discussion about the future of lead generation, check out the full episode of Marketing Against the Grain below:
This blog series is in partnership with Marketing Against the Grain, the video podcast. It digs deeper into ideas shared by marketing leaders Kipp Bodnar (HubSpotâs CMO) and Kieran Flanagan (SVP, Marketing at HubSpot) as they unpack growth strategies and learn from standout founders and peers.
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Never have enough time to finish a movie anymore? Tired of paying for subscriptions that you donât use? Watch ReelShort - Every Second is Drama. Tired of never finishing a movie or paying for unused subscriptions? Watch ReelShort â Every Second is Drama Say hello to ReelShort, a next-gen HD streaming short movie platform offering exclusive vertical TV mini series. Recognized by Times100 for our movie reels innovation in the entertainment industry, we're changing the way you watch movies with our one-minute short movie episodes that you can enjoy anytime, anywhere, all from the convenience of your phone with the ReelShort App. Choose from our TV mini series library packed with endless addictive movie shorts added daily, from romantic encounters with billionaires and heart-wrenching tragedies to epic comeback stories and moreâyou won't ever be short on short movie entertainment! Featured Shows: [Breaking the Ice] Single mom Caroline dumped her first love Easton Black eight years agoâŚBut she never told him he got her pregnant! Now heâs the hottest hockey star in the league and Caroline's boss! Will Caroline tell him the truth, or is it all too late? Based on Shutout by Jami Davenport! [We Will Love Again] You left Noah Preston, the love of your life, when he was dirt poor and had nothing. Five years later, he's now a billionaire who's looking to acquire your company and make your life a living hell. Will you tell him the truth about why you really left him, or is it too late for a second chance at love? [The Double Life of a Billionaire Heiress] You married Wes Sterling out of love, but he thinks you are a cheating gold-digger! Fed up with Wesâs accusations and mistreatments, you finally divorce him and re-embrace your true identity...a billionaire heiress! What will Wes do when he realizes he made the biggest mistake of his life? Will you make him pay...or fall for him all over again? Here's why you'll love ReelShort: Bite-sized original movie shorts designed for on-the-go viewing â˘Exclusive short movies with juicy vertical content that will keep you hooked â˘New TV mini series added daily, with hundreds of new episodes each month â˘Hollywood-quality entertainment, crafted for the big screen delivered to your small screen â˘The first ever interactive live action short movies, where you decide what happens next Experience the future of short movie entertainment, one minute at a time â download ReelShort now! "Crazy Maple Studio is quietly changing the streaming game with its ReelShort app." - Time100 "The biggest player in this new genre is ReelShort." - New York Times "Every minute has a hook that keeps you watching." - Wall Street Journal "ReelShort, which has dozens of shows â similarly light on character development and packed with curveballs â made for binge-watching in minutes." - Washington Post Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelshortapp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reelshortapp YouTube: https://youtube.com/@reelshortapp TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelshortapp ReelShort's Website: https://www.reelshort.com Notice: If you subscribe through Apple, the payment will be deducted from your App Store account upon purchase confirmation. Subscription privileges: While your subscription is active, you can watch all tv mini series for free. Your subscription will take effect within 24 hours after purchase, depending on the status of your order in the Apple Store. The subscription is valid for 7 days. Auto-Renewal: Your subscription will automatically renew. You will be charged within 24 hours before the start of each subscription period until you cancel your subscription. Cancellation: On iOS devices, you can cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the next renewal date by going to Settings > iTunes & App Store > Apple ID > View Apple ID > Subscriptions > ReelShort. The subscription is billed weekly. The actual price may vary by region. Terms of Service: https://crazymaplestudios.com/v/user-agreement Privacy Policy: https://crazymaplestudios.com/v/privacy-agreement
Version 2.0.00
1. Add many popular dramas. 2. Fix some bugs to improve your experience
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I didnât expect to enjoy this app as much as I did. The stories are so intriguing and I was a little shocked to see K-dramas. I do wish that some of the K-dramas werenât voiced by English actors though. I prefer just reading subtitles. It gets irritating when the mouth and words donât match. Iâm not the biggest fan of the ad situation, but I also donât mind it either. I wish every episode was 2 minutes long and that there wasnât a recap at the beginning. I noticed there arenât many shows but I donât know how long this app has been a thing so I hope more are to come. Overall I love the app. The acting is cringe at times but not as bad as some reviews make it seem. I can tell thereâs a low budget so I wouldnât expect too much anyway. Plus I feel like bad acting can make shows funnier. Still this app eats every show it puts out. I get so invested off of just a trailer. I feel like the use of adds and coins brings back what it felt like to watch shows on cable TV. Sometimes the anticipation made the show better. I also loved commercial bathroom breaks. At least Iâm not waiting for a 1-2 minute clip everyday. I only have to watch an ad.
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Thank you for your feedback and we very appreciate that. Could you please tell us which show has the problem of discrepancy between the mouth and the words? We will convey your suggestion to relevant department and improve it. Please stay tuned for our new version. Thank you for your support.
Normally I do not leave reviews especially negative ones. These shorts are really entertaining and I ultimately enjoy watching them. However, I am very disappointed and upset that each âshortâ takes up a various amount of your coins. I started out watching every ad to get my coins for the day which landed me just over 230 coins. So I was a bit excited to watch more of the series I have been trying to get through. I figured that I would be able to watch at least 4 to 5 shorts (5 minutes or so of the series for the day) but I didnât even get that. I was able to watch two which were less then a minute long. Afterwards it says I do not have enough coins. I would give this app a 5 star review if it wasnât for the fact that somehow the price for each short adjusts based on how many coins you have. On top of that you cannot see the price of how much each episode costs until you are out of coins. Yesterday, the next episode said it was 58 coins. Today I had over 230 coins and was only able to watch two episodes? In other words one episode cost 58 coins and the next one took the rest. It seems like a major scam to get people to really fork out the money for the game without realizing what is going on. If the company fixes the issues then I will come back and update my review. If not my review will stay. Thank you for reading. Again this is not something I do in fact this is the first review I have ever done but I would hate to see people get scammed.
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This app is a money grab. I downloaded it because I kept getting an ad for one show. I was like I might as well watch it. They prompt you every like 7 words to buy the app or watch more shows. Itâs ridiculously expensive for corny shows. It cost more to buy this app then ANY streaming services and the shows are short and corny. I donât think anyone besides children who arenât spending their own money would do that. Anyway I watched one show over like a month would watch the ads whenever I was bored enough to do it then I get to the end of the show and they wonât let me watch the last few episodes without paying I can no longer use adds. As if they donât make money from the ads already. Luckily because the show is corny and predictable I already know how it ends so it is what it is. And itâs $20 a week (which is $100-$120 a month, $1040 a year). not even for unlimited shows you get a certain about of coins that let you watch certain shows. Itâs all confusing and a way to take money. The most expensive streaming service I know of hulus bundle with live tv is like $74 a month and thatâs 3 services AND live tv. The ads are all over a minute long for less than an minute of content you will be wasting your time if you are using this app. I wouldnât waste your time with this app. Just watch your corny shows on your normal streaming platform and save yourself the time, energy, and money. Youâre not missing anything by skipping this app.
Dear, during the VIP period, you will gain unlimited access to all series on ReelShort without coins/bonus watching ads, and you can also earn free rewards: 1. Daily check-in; 2. Watch Ads; 3. Watch Ads to unlock episodes without paying. As we now with 2 new shows added weekly, hope you can give the subscription a try!
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â˘The first ever interactive live action short movies, where you decide what happens next Experience the future of short movie entertainment, one minute at a time â download ReelShort now! "Crazy Maple Studio is quietly changing the streaming game with its ReelShort app." - Time100 "The biggest player in this new genre is ReelShort."