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Author, speaker, coach, how experts create world-class powerpoint slides (and you can too).

Updated to Business on December 19, 2022.

We’ve all been there.

We were looking forward to the presentation – it could have been a webinar, keynote speech or office meeting. And then there were the slides…

…tiny fonts, long lists of indecipherable bullets, fuzzy clipart from the 1990’s and blocks of text repeating word-for-word the presenter’s speech. The content could be pure gold, but you’ll never know.

Bad visuals and sloppy design drag your attention away even more than the guy next to you tapping away on his phone.

It doesn’t have to be that way.

With a bit of forethought, a touch more effort and by using these uncommon approaches your slides can make you look like a pro and drive home all the right points without stealing the show.

Just like in the movies – good visuals make the story stronger and bring out the best in the actors.

Whether it’s a sales pitch, team update, webinar, main stage keynote, all-day workshop, screen-capture video or upload to SlideShare, your slides can be your best friend and make you look like a hero.

Here’s why this is important.

Visuals work (more than ever)

All day, we’re confronted with more content than we could ever hope to consume.

Emails, websites, magazines, reports, newsletters, and video compete for our attention. That’s where visuals come in. Not only do we process images faster than words , and 65% of us are visual learners, but presentations using visual aids were found to be 43% more persuasive .

A well-placed picture, infographic, video or animation can drive a lesson home (more on that below), segue to a new lesson or add a perfectly-timed humorous distraction.

It’s the reason why over 80% of TED presenters use PowerPoint slides (or Keynote for a MAC) – they need to make the maximum impact in only about 18 minutes.

The trouble happens when slides are slapped together and tacked onto a presentation last minute, rather than being designed as a part of the message.

In a typical 60 minute keynote you can present 30-60 slides. And each one has a job. Just like the screenplay for a movie, you’re unfolding a story that leads your audience on an emotional journey.

Your job is to choose images that follow that journey.

Here are 5 uncommon ways to put more juice in your visuals and add more punch to your message.

We’ll start with planning.

1. Plan before you Paste

It’s easy enough to add images to your PowerPoint presentation, copy, paste and move on.

Before you head off to search for a picture of a cute baby or office workers “team building”, ask yourself what emotional message are you communicating?

Your hard content is made up of your words, text, bullet points, facts, and statistics. But emotional content is all about stories, visuals, and tone – even the speed you deliver your content.

In the Academy Award-winning presentation, turned documentary, An Inconvenient Truth , Al Gore used lots and lots of data and graphs to provide overwhelming proof that the threat of global warming is real. The point was not to have you remember the graphs or statistics—the point was to convince you to listen to science and facts and not opinion-based naysayers.

When Apple CEO, Tim Cook unveils the latest Apple watch or iPhone model he uses photographs that show off the sleek designs and ease of operation – not the complex, high-tech wiring that makes it all work. Apple wants you to fall in love with the product – details can come later.

“I love using verbal stories but sometimes, an image can tell a more powerful, surprising, or efficient story.” Ron Tite

Similarly, when uber-entrepreneur Elon Musk unveiled the “every man’s” Testa Model 3 , it was all about driving experience (driving range, safety, carrying capacity and speed) and nothing to do with the complexity, research or science that makes the car work.

Before you search for visuals, ask yourself what do you want your audience to feel. Is your message about hope and optimism, teaching and information, or is your goal to provide clarity and direction? Getting clear about one or two emotional goals should provide a filter for every visual selection decision.

“Each change on the screen should relate to one simple new thought” wrote Garr Reynolds in his popular book Presentation Zen Design , “that should be expanded and explained by the presenter.” (hat tip to Dave Delaney )

One more example:

In her popular TED talk about “power poses,” Harvard Social Psychologist, Amy Cuddy showed images of the actual poses she was describing. Similar to Apple and Tesla, Cuddy’s goal was not to impress us with research data, but to motivate us to use power poses to feel better and to be more successful in meetings, relationships and negotiations.

Now that you’ve thought through the emotional reaction you want, let’s look at making your visuals memorable.

2. Make it memorable

Nothing puts a wet towel on your presentation faster than cheesy pictures that scream ‘stock photo!’ Sure, your picture shows office workers happily smiling to the camera, but if it looks staged or fake your audience can’t relate to it. In fact, bad stock photography can be more of a distraction than an aid.

The good news is, with a little effort you can find brilliant, free images to support your message and draw your audience in.

Sites like unsplash , pixabay and pexels are great for finding unique, original images that are rated as creative commons zero (you’re allowed to use without permission or giving attribution to the artist). If you don’t mind a few extra clicks, you can save time by using librestock.com which sources free images from some 47 plus sites.

You can also use your own photographs.

For example, I have pictures (like picking up garbage on my runs) that support the story I’m telling. I also have an inventory of images that set the mood for my message, like a wandering foot path (goals and next steps), sunrise (hope and new beginnings) and walking my dog (habits and routines).

“Opt for clear before clever. Your audience should never be distracted from what you’re saying because they’re trying to figure out what your slide means.” Rob Cottingham

Read more about your choice of colors, shapes and fonts in this Venngage post .

Now that you’ve selected your images it’s time to bring out the best in them.

3. Bring out the Best

With a little creativity you can transform a ho hum image into a show stopper that grabs your audience. Let’s start with the rule of thirds.

Rule of thirds

This classic photography technique can be used with any visual. The basic idea is to make your image more interesting by putting what you want us to focus on off-centre. Start by dividing your image into two evenly spaced vertical lines and two evenly spaced horizontal lines. If you’re working with an existing image, try to crop so your focal point is on a horizontal line or at a point where the lines cross.

A simple improvement to most images is to crop out any unnecessary background to emphasize a central area of focus. Cropping can sometimes make it easier to have a clear area to add text to, for example as a featured image on your blog post.

Original art

If you’re feeling brave, you can always use original art to get your message across.

Tim Urban, in his popular blog, waitbutwhy.com uses his comical stick man drawings to dress up his often sardonic points of view (see how he turns his blog post images into a slide deck in his <2016 Vancouver TED talk about procrastination).

Other examples are Jessica Hagy’s index card messages, James Clear’s graphs and Hugh MacLeod’s art on the back of business cards.

A quick way to get started to bring out the best in your images is to use canva.com, picmonkey or, if you’re more of a fan of starting with a template, Adobe spark . All are free tools that allow you to very quickly crop, add text and graphics, overlay screens and export a sharp image ready to go into your PowerPoint presentation.

And with a little research, you can turn a small collection of facts and statistics into an eye-catching infographic using  Venngage .

After hunting down and improving your images, it’s time to shoot some holes in your bullets.

4. Build Better Bullets

If you have to use bullets to get your message across, proceed with caution.

Any time your audience sees text (like this blog post) they’ll start to read. But they’ll quit just as quickly if bullets seem redundant, too long, or too hard to read.

This is such a common problem it’s worth looking at why it happens in the first place.

When we create a presentation (webinar, slide deck, SlideShare, screen capture video or infographic), we’re sharing information. And a common assumption is more is better.

In fact, less is almost always best (see below).

The purpose of your visuals is to pull your audience in to pay attention and because we remember visuals more than text, your visual is there to anchor your message and make it memorable.

Anything more than that is too much.

In his 2014 TED talk , Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield used only 35 slides with a total of five words (and he received a rare standing ovation.)

If you are flipping through your latest slide deck, here’s a quick rule:

• limit bullets to four on a slide,
• each bullet no longer than eight words and
• use at least 32 point font.

“Please use a font WAY larger than you think you’ll need, for the people in the back of the room and for those looking at your webinar or course on their phone.” Phil Gerbyshak

Two more tips: if you are presenting slides, always:

• animate your bullets (so the audience can process each bullet as you present it) and,
• use a remote clicker (so you don’t distract the audience by leaning over and searching for the right key every time you want to advance a slide.)

5. Less is Best

The most common mistake with any presentation is to have too much content. In almost all cases, less is best.

“The best advice I got was don’t use slides.” Brian Massey

Your visuals are there to add to your message, reinforce key points and create memory anchors that make you and your message more memorable. Cramming in more content won’t get you there.

When Del Harvey, VP of Trust and Safety at Twitter, spoke at TED 2014 , she dramatically emphasized the exponential growth of traffic on Twitter with one slide. “Back in January 2009,” she said, “we saw more than two million new tweets each day on the platform. January 2014, more than 500 million. We were seeing two million tweets in less than six minutes. That’s a 24,900-percent increase.”

Her slide simply read: “That’s a 24,900% increase.”

“People are only capable of absorbing a very small amount of material at a time.” writes Garr Reynolds, “Therefore, it is counterproductive to throw up a slide with lots of text or complicated diagrams.”

Every time I delete slides from my keynote presentation the talk improves. I’m less concerned about clicking the right slide at the right time and I can focus more on connecting with the audience.

And there’s always a bit of hesitation before I hit the ‘delete’ button. I catch myself thinking: ‘But this is great information’ or ‘What is someone wants to write this stuff down.’

I never regret the decision to delete.

“Leave most stats on the cutting room floor, and focus on masterfully detailing the implications of a few statistics.” Tom Webster ,

If you’re in a habit of designing your slides to also be handouts, you could be making a mistake. Your visual presentation is there to augment your message, not be the complete message.

If you do need handouts, don’t cheat and use the print handouts option in PowerPoint (or Keynote)—lots of your slides are there as visual anchors and won’t make any sense in handouts. Instead, handouts should be created separately as a stand-alone document.

When in doubt, delete—no one will miss what isn’t there.

“Slides should reinforce your words, not repeat them.” Seth Godin

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When I’m designing a new deck (or doing triage on a deck that’s gone stale) I have three objectives:

• choose images that support the emotional content (cautionary, upbeat, motivational, trustworthy, etc.)
• create visuals that anchor the lesson (if you use the image again will it remind them of the lesson?)
• use the minimum amount of text to support the message (don’t duplicate what you are going to say)

Your message and delivery are what your audience came for. With a little effort, your visuals will help bring your message to life and keep people talking about you long after the standing ovation.

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Here are the 10 tips to make world class business presentations. You can apply these ideas in your next business presentation.  If you would like to keep these 10 tips handy, you can view and download the related infographic.

This is naturally the starting point for all successful presentations. The more you understand your audience , their emotions, their goals and their expectations from your presentation, the more you ‘connect’ with them. The issues you raise, the examples you provide will ring a bell. Your presentation will be laser focused and relevant.

2. Tell a story:

A story connects with your audience better than cold data in some cases. “5000 people lost their lives in an earthquake” is cold data. Your story about Maria, who is suddenly left homeless, after losing her two children and husband in the earthquake – makes your audience feel the impact of the event at a much deeper level

Dr. John Medina has conducted extensive research to prove that your audience can recall your message 65% better – if you add visuals next to your text. We are naturally wired to remember visuals better than text. Use high quality photos to support your text and watch your message ‘ stick ’

4. Convey one idea per slide:

Too much information on one slide confuses your audience. Chunk your ideas into individual messages. Force yourself to say just one message per slide. Your audience will have more time and opportunity to engage with your message and be persuaded

Edward Tufte talks about ‘Noise to Signal ratio’ in his book. The less noise you have on your slide, the more the signal gets amplified. Perform a ‘noise audit’ on your business slides. Keep just the essential elements that support your core message on the slide. Ruthlessly remove the rest.

6. Keep it simple:

This is easier said than done. Whenever you make high stakes presentations , there is always a tendency to show off – to sound ‘competent’. It takes a lot of confidence and courage to keep things simple. Remember, you are in the room to help your audience make informed decisions. Speak to their level and their knowledge. You will connect with them much better.

7. Avoid Death by PowerPoint:

Sometimes the best slides are ‘No slides’. Practice presenting without slides whenever you can. Go ‘Naked’ as Garr Reynolds puts it. Show your personality. Don’t hide behind your slide deck. Turn the lights on and face your audience. You would be amazed by how much your audience will respect you for it

8. Invest in your skills:

Watch the masters present. Browse YouTube videos and observe the great presenters in action. Learn from the simplicity of Steve Jobs slides. Pick up the intelligent use of visuals when you observe Nancy Duarte present. See how Garr Reynolds connects with his audience in his TED talks. Soon, you will pick up the threads and come up with your own unique style that sets you apart.

9. Anticipate objections:

Record yourself presenting your slides. Now, play your recording and be your ‘Audience advocate’. Raise objections, ask questions , and punch holes in the logic of your argument. Note down your points. Stop. Switch roles. Be the presenter again and start answering all those objections. Keep clearly verifiable proofs to address each of those objections. Have slides ready in case your audience raises those points during the presentation

Most presenters fail to spell out the next steps. Take time to articulate clear, realistic next steps once you finish making your presentation. Do you expect your audience to call you for a ‘Demo’ session? Do you want them to place a ‘Trial order’? Do you want them to go to a specific resource to learn more?

Unless you clearly tell your audience what they are expected to do next, you can expect your presentation to be forgotten quickly. What is more, you can start tracking the number of times your audience has moved to the next step out of the total number of presentations you make. This is a useful metric to measure the success of your presentations.

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Some presentations are better than others. They may have gorgeous designs. Others have insanely actionable takeaways. Some just give down-to-earth advice. But the best presentations represent all three.

And if you're looking to get started making your own presentation, why not learn from the best of the best?

To help you kick your own presentations up a notch, we've curated 20 awesome PowerPoint and SlideShare decks below.

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How to create a presentation.

When you're clicking through the presentations below, notice how they weave an interesting story through the format, design their slides, and make their presentations interactive with features exclusive to the platform on which they were created.

These are all crucial elements to making an awesome presentation — ones that you can certainly adapt and apply to your own with the right approach.

Even better — you may just learn something new about marketing while you're at it.

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What do good presentations have in common

The best presenters rehearse the material for smooth delivery, use eye contact, and engage their audience. You’ll also find great slides and a strong storyline.

Here are five elements you’ll find in every great digital presentation .

The presentation is highly relevant to the audience.

The best way to engage your audience is to talk about things that matter to them. By choosing topics that are genuinely interesting, solve their problems, answer their questions, or offer actionable ideas, you’re on the right track for a great presentation.

The icing on the cake? Having great titles. Your slide titles should pique people’s interest and curiosity while clearly stating the topic so your audience can decide if it’s relevant.

The presentation has a clear objective.

People sitting in on a presentation should have a reasonably clear idea of what you’re covering.

Whatever the topic, your slides and commentary should clearly relate to your key takeaways.

The presentation follows an organized storyline.

While closely related to the item above, your slides should tell a story that your audience can follow, with a beginning, a middle, and an end.

By following the key elements of storytelling, it’s much easier to demonstrate the point you’re leading towards.

The audience understands the next steps.

Defining the action you want your audience to take at the conclusion of your presentation and offering a compelling reason to do so helps them understand and follow your ideal course of action.

While this is often a call to action, it can also be a thought-provoking question or a list of key takeaways.

The audiences leave with contact information and/or resources.

Often, your audience wants to dive deeper into your material or topic. Offering contact information or additional resources helps listeners find what they need, whether it’s a conversation with you or a link to more information.

• Less is more.
• Keep text to a minimum.
• Rethink visuals.
• Incorporate multimedia.

Now that you know what to look for in a great slide deck, let’s dive in and explain how you can create your own. Follow these four guidelines for the best results.

1. Less is more.

Keep your slides simple when delivering a presentation to an audience in-person. You want the focus to be on the message, rather than just the slides themselves. Keep the slides on-topic but simple enough that people can still pay attention to what you're saying.

Remember, your visuals and text support your message. The true power is in your delivery.

2. Keep text to a minimum.

One way to accomplish the aforementioned simplicity is to reduce the amount of text in your presentation. Too much text can leave your audience overwhelmed. They’ll be preoccupied with reading your slides instead of listening.

Instead of large amounts of text, think about fewer words in a bigger font. This will help your audience up close and in the back of the room read your slides.

3. Rethink visuals.

People recall information better when it’s paired with images (as opposed to text). When you reduce the amount of text in your slides, you'll need compelling visuals to support the message you're delivering to your audience.

That doesn't mean you can just throw some nice-looking photos onto your deck and move on. Like any other content strategy, the visual elements of your presentation need to be strategic and relevant. We’ll discuss different types of visuals, and their best practices, below.

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While PowerPoint templates have come a long way since the program was first unveiled to the world, chances are, they're still commonly used.

To make your presentation unique, choose a theme that your audience hasn't seen dozens of times before — one that matches your brand and complements the topic you're speaking about.

Sometimes, it pays to look at presentation platforms other than PowerPoint to find templates, like Prezi.

There are also many visual content design sites that offer customizable templates that you can adapt for your own brand and topic, like Canva. In fact, in addition to templates, Canva also offers its very own platform for building presentations from scratch .

Additionally, you can also take a look at Venngage's free presentation maker for more professionally designed templates, icons, and high-quality stock photos that you can use right away.

Charts and Graphs

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One of the best ways to support the message you're delivering in your presentation is by including data and statistics. That's where charts and graphs come in: They provide a colorful and engaging way to present the details that support your point.

That said, make sure they fit in with the rest of your presentation's visual theme. Otherwise, your data points can distract the audience from what you're talking about, rather than enhancing it.

Color Theme

There's been some research on the way color can influence our emotions, especially when used in marketing.

While the goal of your presentation may not necessarily be to make a sale, you might be trying to invoke certain feelings or impressions, which a strategic use of color can help you do.

Check out Coschedule's guide on the psychology of color in marketing, which highlights the ways different tones, shades, and combinations can influence purchasing decisions.

When you include text, you want it to be easy to read and interpret. If you include text that's too small or dense to easily read, participants become too focused on trying to decipher it to pay attention to what you're saying.

That's why the designers at Visage recommend choosing Sans Serif fonts that opt for "legibility over fun," noting that text should not only be big enough for people in the back of the room to read but also presented in the right color to maintain visibility over your background.

Image Quality

Incorporating this fabulous visual content into your presentation will go to waste if the images are low-quality. Make sure your photos and other visual assets are high-resolution enough to be crisp and clear when displayed on a huge presentation screen.

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There's a reason why we love examples. You can give out the best advice available, but sometimes, in order to believe it, people need to see it in practice.

Multimedia is one way to achieve that — in a manner that can also capture and maintain your audience's attention.

A simple Google search for " music in presentations " yields enough soundtrack results to suggest that it's a unique way of engaging your audience, or at least creating a welcoming atmosphere before and after you speak.

Within the presentation itself, video serves as valuable visual content to keep your audience engaged. After all, 43% of people want to see more video content from marketers .

Video helps to illustrate and explain theories in practice in a way that the spoken word or photographs can't do alone.

Every item on this list meets the criteria for a great PowerPoint presentation. As you peruse these examples, take inspiration from our favorites and use what you learn to create your best presentation yet.

1. ChatGPT What It Is and How Writers Can Use It by Ads

The presentation below explains what ChatGPT is and all of its functionality, all with the goal of making the writing process easy.

What we love: This presentation maintains a limited color palette. The designer makes use of bold white text over a blue background to call out important headings. Key definitions are centered in white space, allowing these sections to naturally catch the viewer’s eye.

2 . How Google Works by Eric Schmid

Ever wonder what it's actually like to work at Google? The presentation below from Eric Schmidt (Alphabet, Inc.'s Executive Chairman and ex-CEO of Google) could clue you in.

This presentation outlines some of the top lessons he and his team have learned from running and hiring at one of the top companies in the world. Besides giving you a peek behind the scenes, Schmidt inspires you to make changes to the way your business runs.

What we love: This presentation has minimalist slides that balance simple illustrations with short text. Viewers can consume information quickly. Just as valuable, Schmidt ends with a thought-provoking question and information about where to go for more information.

3. Fix Your Really Bad PowerPoint by Slide Comet

This presentation has some awesome takeaways we all could learn from. Even if you're following all the tips in this presentation (inspired by Seth Godin's ebook), you can surely be inspired by its expert copy and design.

Seth Godin is arguably one of the greatest marketing minds of our time, so a presentation based on his book had to achieve high marks. In addition to the compelling design, the simplicity of the text stands out, making it easy for viewers to follow along.

What we love: This presentation example is best for understanding principles of great design and organization, while simultaneously teaching you how to create better slides.

4. 2022 Women in the Workplace Briefing by McKinsey & Compan

This presentation outlines the key findings from McKinsey’s 2022 research on women in the workplace. Focusing on original data, the slides below use a variety of graphs and visual representations to show how the expectations women face at work have changed over time.

Pro tip: If your presentation focuses on original research, use multiple types of graphs to show your finding. Only using bar graphs or pie charts can be tedious. Using many forms of data analysis will keep your presentation engaging.

5. Email Marketing Trends by Gabriel Blanche

Most marketers are looking to grow, but sometimes they can get stuck making incremental improvements. To help you get unstuck, Gabriel Blanchet shares trends to keep an eye out for.

What we love: These slides use a bright color pallet and use clean flow charts to present information. Best of all, it drives action by explaining each trend and explaining why it works.

6. Digital Strategy 101 by Bud Caddel

Even though this presentation is almost 100 slides long, its content is pure gold. Caddell answers some of the biggest FAQs about digital strategy in a very accessible way.

The reason his slides are so straightforward is because of the way he's laid them out. He's really adept at making "animated" slides that explain his story — something we all should learn how to do.

What we love: In the first few slides, Caddell lays out his objective and explains exactly what the presentation will cover. Viewers instantly understand what they’re going to get out of the presentation.

7. A Product Manager's Job by Josh Elma

Product managers are the backbone of every new initiative. These slides from Josh Elman describe what the role actually entails on a daily basis.

This presentation uses limited text in big font to drive home the highlights of the role. Plus, Elman starts off by discussing brands he’s worked with in the past, giving his presentation credibility.

What we love: Elman’s slides have a consistent color. By adding a blue filter to images, each slide in the presentation feels cohesive.

8. SEO, PPC, and AI in 2023 and Beyond by Lily Ra

Smart designers choose a consistent theme for their presentations. In this presentation, Lily Ray and her co-presenter pull from the world of science fiction.

When discussing AI and the future of marketing, they playfully evoke imagery reminiscent of Blade Runner or Ghost in the Shell.

Pro tip: Picking a theme with cinematic imagery will help you stand out in a sea of corporate clipart.

9. The HubSpot Culture Code by HubSpot CTO Dharmesh Sha

Not to toot our own horn, but this presentation has been one of our most successful. The secret? Dharmesh chooses a central theme, the acronym HEART (Humble, Empathetic, Adaptable, Remarkable, and Transparent).

This simple phrase provides a concise framing of our company’s values, as well as a central message for the presentation. Plus, heart icons in the presentation make the connection clear.

Pro tip: Consider adding a theme or acronym that ties your presentation together.

10. How I Got 2.5 Million Views on SlideShare by Nick Deme

Feeling inspired to create a SlideShare of your own? Make sure you flip through Nick Demey's presentation first. He shares some tried-and-true tips for creating awesome presentations that rack up tons of views.

Here’s what works: right off the bat, Demey tells you how to get in touch with him. He’s already successful, so if someone wanted to reach out directly to his agency, they don’t have to wait until the end to connect with him.

11. Intro to Azure Data Platform by Karen Lope

Making technical information easy to digest is a formidable challenge, especially in a slide deck. Karen Lopez tackles the challenge in her slide deck. Her presentation makes use of tables and flowcharts — creating clear visual representations of complex technical ideas.

Pro tip: If you’re presenting on a complex process, find ways to explain each step using charts and infographics. A few images can help a greater portion of your audience understand what you do.

12. Insights from the 2022 Legal Trends Report by Clio

From a design perspective, your presentation should have imagery. However, these images don’t need to be photographs of a boring office. Consider something more abstract, like Clio has done below.

Each slide of the presentation includes simple objects, like triangles, rectangles, and circles. These shapes seamlessly integrate with the different charts and graphs in the presentation.

Pro tip: Instead of using cliche visuals, shapes, and patterns can give your presentation an artistic flair.

13. Displaying Data by Bipul Deb Nat

We admire this presentation for its exceptional display of data — now this post will explain how to do the same in your own presentations.

I also love how this presentation is concise and minimal, as it helps communicate a fairly advanced topic in an easy-to-understand way.

What works: This presentation example has a clear objective — showing the audience how to effectively display data. Because of that, the visuals here take center stage, expanding on the meaning of the text, which makes it easy to absorb the key takeaways from the presentation.

14. 2022 GWI's Social Report by GWI

In this presentation, Leticia Xavier shows the power of a limited color scheme. She uses different shapes of pink and purple to create contrast. All of the graphs, backgrounds, and images use different hues of the same colors.

When she breaks the color scheme, as she does on slide 12, the viewer’s attention is immediately recaptured.

Pro tip: If you’re worried about contrasting visuals, pick one or two colors. You can then choose different hues and tints of these colors to make your slides cohesive.

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If you’re looking for a dark color scheme to replicate, look no further. This slide deck from DataReportal uses a deep blue background throughout its presentation. Graphs are in bright yellows and greens, while the text is white.

Remember to keep a high level of contrast between your text and your background. This will make your slides easy to read.

Pro tip: If you’re going to present in person, consider your environment when choosing a color scheme. If the lights will be off in the room, a dark background will work for your slides. If everything will be bright, a light background with dark text will be easier to read.

16. How to Turn Wild Opinions into Traffic, Backlinks, and Social Proof by Animalz

SEO’s changed a lot in the past two decades. Most of us are concerned with keeping up with the latest and greatest changes. This presentation walks through today’s marketing landscape, where everyone has both opinions and ways to express them.

What we love: This presentation uses emojis, a staple of the social media world, as a stand-in for bullet points. Smart presenters match design elements with their subject matter.

17. 5 Killer Ways to Design the Same Slide by Crispy Presentations

While keeping everything consistent can be good for branding, it can also prevent people from noticing the new content you’ve put together. This presentation shows you a few different ways you can design the same slide — all depending on what you want it to accomplish.

What we love: Everyone who sees the title instantly knows what they’re going to learn. It’s short, which makes it easy to consume in very little time.

18.   The HubSpot Customer Code by HubSpot CTO Dharmesh Shah

When it comes to working with a company, it helps to set customer expectations and to clearly lay out your value proposition. HubSpot does both in the slide deck below. Instead of relying solely on product images, this presentation includes drawn images and lively colors.

Pro tip: Use bright colors for different words and phrases that you want to stand out. These will naturally catch your viewers’ eyes.

19.  ThinkNow Culture Report 2022 by ThinkNow

Thus far, we’ve seen slides that use neutral backgrounds that contrast with colorful charts and graphs. In this presentation, ThinkNow successfully subverts expectations.

The slides use colorful icons and accent colors in magenta and yellow. Meanwhile, graphs throughout the piece are made in black and white. This works well by creating high-contrast, easy-to-read visual representations.

Pro tip: Don’t be afraid of using classic color schemes like black and white. These simple colors can balance out loud accents.

20 . How to Gain a Massive Following on Instagram by Buffer

When choosing a presentation topic, find ways to hook your audience. For example, this presentation from Buffer makes use of a numbered list. Listeners know exactly what they’ll get from the presentation and how far along in the presentation they are.

Pro tip : Keep your slides simple. Instead of choosing a text-heavy design, Buffer limits text on the slide just to each tip.

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As the saying goes, the internet changes everything . And so has the COVID-19 pandemic . Thanks to the two of them, we now face a future where virtual events will play a much larger part in how we do business. On-site events will return eventually, but everyone from meeting planners to attendees has discovered that while online events aren't perfect, they can offer a lot of advantages over the traditional hotel ballroom or convention center gatherings.

This shift to virtual has meant that speakers have had to adapt to the new conditions. Whether you're a business executive speaking to a regional sales meeting, or an industry leader addressing an association conference, or a professional keynote speaker delivering a talk for a major corporation, the game has changed.

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Alfred Poor is helping these people adjust to those changes. I've known him for more than a decade. Long-time ZDNet readers may remember when I sat down with Alfred back in 2012 to discuss HDTV buying strategies. Alfred's got deep knowledge in a variety of subject disciplines (he's one of my go-to people when I have questions). That knowledge has made him an in-demand professional speaker and an expert on virtual events. He's on the Board of Advisors and is the Chief Technology Content Officer for VEG: The Virtual Events Group . And he's the host of the weekly Speaker Springboard Podcast .

I asked Alfred to share with the ZDNet audience some of his best tips for speakers who want to make the best impression with virtual presentations. Over the course of a few days, we had a very interesting back-and-forth conversation over email. My questions and his answers are below.

Let's start with the name we've become all too familiar with: Zoom. Is Zoom the way to go when doing presentations, or should businesses look at other tools like, say, ON24 or GoToWebinar?

This is an important question that is difficult to answer. It's like asking, "Which car should I buy?" If you need to haul plywood and drywall, then you should get a pickup truck. But if you need to take a carload of kids to soccer practice, you should get a minivan. Neither will work well for the other's tasks.

The key point is that you must start with the outcome; what do you hope to accomplish? This will help you pick the right tool for the job. I've helped them amass an online database of more than 400 virtual event platforms and related tools and services in my work with VEG. You don't have to search forever for the optimal choice, but do make sure that the platform you choose can handle all your needs, such as features, analytics, configuration requirements, and of course, budget.

Given the rapid changes in our pandemic era, what's the COVID-driven state of virtual, on-site, and hybrid events?

The current state of the events industry is different from what it was yesterday and different from what it will be tomorrow. Rapidly changing international travel restrictions, the vagaries of commercial air travel and the uncertainty about COVID vaccines and variants combine to create a highly unstable setting for on-site events. Not just B2B events -- such as the New York Auto Show -- but even consumer entertainment engagements are being curtailed or cancelled outright with little notice.

Meeting planners have learned that virtual events offer significant advantages, especially in these uncertain times. Costs are lower because you don't have to rent space, pay for catering, or hire technical services to support on-stage events. Exhibitors find that they don't have to design, ship, and assemble complex booths or pay for staff to be away from the office for a week at a time. And attendees can join from anywhere, often on their own schedule. This has resulted in some on-site events finding that registrations increase by five to ten times when they pivot to virtual.

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Business executives and industry leaders have to present at both internal (such as sales meetings) and external (such as association conferences) events for their companies. For those with years of experience presenting on stage, how is online different?

One of the biggest challenges is that you can't just stroll onto a stage and start speaking. You don't have someone else to dress the stage, arrange the lighting, and manage the audio for you. You must provide your own equipment for all this and be able to set it up and make it work.

[For an example of this exact situation, read my story and watch the associated video: Building a YouTube studio: Upgrading to full broadcast-quality video for under $3,000  --DG]

If you work for a large enough company, they may be able to provide this support in-house or are willing to hire an outside service to help. Some meeting planners are even sending out "presenter kits" with cameras, lights, and microphones to make it easy.

How do you balance the intimate feeling of presenting from a spare bedroom and still make a splash and "bring it" in a strong and powerful way?

The key is to bring energy to your presentation. One important factor is to make "eye contact" with your audience, which means you must look directly at the camera lens while speaking. Many people find this difficult and awkward because you don't get the visible feedback that you'd get from an in-person audience. Many speakers -- including me -- also find that it helps to be standing when they deliver an online presentation as this injects more energy into your delivery.

What are some of the problems that people run into online, and how might they prevent those from happening?

Start with this premise; everything you have learned about speaking on a stage is wrong for a virtual presentation. You can't stride around the room, making large gestures. Even if you can remain on camera, the motion will be distracting. 

Instead, look at how newscasters deliver their content. Keep body movements smaller and controlled; use facial expressions to convey emotion and emphasis. And don't get so close to the camera that your head fills the screen. This can make the audience feel that you're too close to them and make them feel awkward.

What's the one best investment to improve your online presentations?

People will put up with almost anything in an online presentation except poor sound quality. If they have to strain to hear what you're saying, they will tune out and click away. You can get an excellent USB microphone for less than $100 that can deliver professional-quality sound. Get a good microphone and practice with it so that you're confident that you're providing great sound for your audience.

What's the best way to deliver an "over the top" presentation for an event?

Sadly, it does not take much to be better than most of the other speakers. You can stand out simply by having a well-thought-out background, good lighting, and smooth control of your slides or other materials. If you can use additional software to provide a quality virtual background and a seamless way to present slides without using the platform's screen-sharing feature, you're well on your way to a world-class presentation.

What is the number one mistake people make with online presentations (including speakers and event planners)?

How many times have you seen a presenter get up on stage and fumble with the remote control, trying to figure out how to advance their slides? This is one of the most common mistakes, and it is easily solved by having even the briefest of tech rehearsals. 

The same holds true in spades for virtual events. If your meeting organizer does not suggest a rehearsal, insist on having one anyway. The many combinations of platforms, hardware, software, and other components mean that there are endless ways that things can go dreadfully wrong.

Be sure that you know how to get into the platform and what it will look like while you wait your turn to speak. Some platforms don't have a "green room" for waiting speakers, and you might find yourself "on stage" while the other speaker is finishing up!

Know how to mute your mic and video and how to turn them back on. Make sure that your equipment works with the platform. And know what you're supposed to do when your presentation is over. Fifteen minutes spent checking everything out in advance can help prevent unpleasant surprises when the event goes live.

What do too many speakers fail to consider when preparing for a virtual presentation?

In a word: wardrobe. You may not think too much about what you wear on stage, or maybe you already have a "brand" image that you stick to. Not every outfit works for a virtual event.

For example, many webcams struggle with bright red; some may flash between magenta and crimson while speaking, distracting. Fine prints and plaids can result in interference patterns that can shimmer, so stick to solid colors where possible.

And avoid wearing white; cameras work best with lots of light, but pure white can overload the camera image. Pale blues are almost always a good choice.

Should you use slides with your virtual presentation, and if so, how should they be different from what you might use on stage?

Keep in mind that your audience will be seeing the slides filling their screen rather than viewing them from a distance. Make them evocative but use as little text as you can. Think back on some of Steve Jobs' presentations for Apple and how he often used one giant image with only one or two words. Use your slides to convey emotion and context, and deliver the content with your spoken words. This will help keep the audience's attention because they won't be able to "read ahead" and decide that they already know what you're going to say.

Wrapping up

It is clear that you can't sit out the pandemic in hopes of everything returning to the way it used to be. Virtual events are going to be a major part of the meeting industry, and this will provide new opportunities for those who are skilled at delivering effective online presentations. 

Big thanks to Alfred for taking the time with us. One final note: Alfred has helped many speakers through his free demonstrations. They are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month, and you can register at his Speaker Springboard website. Alfred's cool. It's definitely worth your time to give him a listen. I always learn something whenever I do.

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Imagine you’re on a quest for presentation greatness, armed with a magic list of 11 secrets that’ll have your classmates going, ‘Wow, did you see that?’ In a world where effective communication reigns supreme, the ability to captivate an audience becomes an invaluable skill. Fear not, Within this blog you will find the most concise and best possible solutions to all your problems. This is the ultimate playbook to conquer the stage, leave your audience in awe, and maybe even get a standing ovation. So, grab your imagination, a sprinkle of confidence, and let’s roll into this fantastic journey of 11 things to do to ace your class presentation!”

What is a Class Presentation?

A class presentation could be a speech or a presentation in front of your class. It could be as simple as a subject-topic presentation. Or it could be a class presentation for your graduation. Presentations are a fun way of putting across a point, teaching, or expressing yourself.

There is no set rule for how one must do a class presentation, but we do know a good presentation when we see one. 

 Let us discuss the key characteristics of what makes a fantabulous presentation:

1). understand the audience.

One crucial aspect of delivering a successful presentation is to prepare thoroughly. It is important to tailor your presentation to your audience and their specific needs. Understanding your audience is just like knowing which toppings they prefer on their pizza. You wouldn’t want to serve anchovies to a pineapple-loving crowd, so make sure your content caters to their interests. For instance, a presentation for a group of schoolchildren would need to be different from one for a community environmental group. Conducting research on your audience can help you include interactive jokes, stories, and other elements that will resonate with them, thus catering to their intellectual taste buds.

2) Rehearsal material

Rehearsing your presentation is crucial for a successful delivery. It has several benefits including:

• Eliminating unnecessary information
• Identifying content or equipment issues before the actual presentation
• Reducing stress and increasing confidence

To practice effectively, consider mirror practice, recording yourself, practicing with family or friends, and using the equipment you will be using for the actual presentation. By rehearsing, you will deliver a polished, engaging, and confident presentation that effectively communicates your message to your audience.

3) Comfortable setting

If you are conducting an in-person event, ensure that your presentation space has comfortable seating for your audience. When your audience is comfortable, they can focus on you and your material. This could mean simply asking everyone if they are comfortable, or if they would like to move around in their seats or anything. (This may not always apply to your classroom setting, but if you do have some control over the seating, you can make sure everyone is comfortable)

4) An effective hook

Start with a bang! Did you know that statistically, a well-crafted opening grabs attention faster than a cat video on the internet? In fact, 80% of successful presentations involve a catchy hook that’s more gripping than your favorite crime drama. An engaging start to your presentation helps you quickly build rapport and connect with your audience’s emotions. Consider using a captivating hook that includes a surprising statistic, a joke, a compelling story, or a thought-provoking question.  You can check out this blog for some more ideas on how to start your speech.

Imagine this: You walk into a room, clear your throat, and dramatically ask, “What if I told you… the secret to a successful presentation?” Trust me, that’s the kind of hook that would even make Neo from “The Matrix” drop his shades.

By starting your presentation with a gripping opening , you set the stage for a memorable and engaging experience that keeps your audience hooked from the very beginning. So, go ahead and make a powerful impression right from the start!

5) Clear objective and agenda

Think of your presentation as a treasure map. You’re the dashing explorer, and your objective is to lead your audience to that sparkling “Aha!” moment—where X marks the knowledge gold! To effectively navigate this adventure, it’s essential to establish a clear objective and agenda.

Setting a clear objective helps you outline your presentation and avoid providing unnecessary information. It showcases your intention and guides the flow of the content, allowing your audience to follow the narrative arc of your presentation effortlessly. By clearly communicating the objective to your audience, you create anticipation and ensure everyone is on the same page.

Additionally, a well-defined agenda provides a roadmap for your presentation, helping you maintain focus and coherence. Sharing the agenda with your audience allows them to understand the structure of your presentation and how each section relates to the main topic.

In the beginning start by stating the key points of your presentation

And then begin with your actual presentation. This enables them to stay engaged and grasp the progression of your ideas.  Things make much more sense with the end in mind. They will be able to grasp your content and understand it better.

Remember, it’s crucial not to stretch your presentation unnecessarily. Respect the time allotted and be mindful of your audience’s attention span. You could even state the total time your presentation would take, For Ex: “It will take about X minutes to cover my presentation and then we can move on to Q/A”. By delivering a concise and well-structured presentation, you become the heroic presenter who saves everyone from the dreaded “presentation purgatory” – the endless torment of a long and meandering session.

With a clear objective, a well-communicated agenda, and respect for time, you’ll captivate your audience, lead them on an exciting knowledge expedition, and ultimately help them discover the treasure trove of insights you have prepared.

6) Story-like structure

Have you ever been captivated by a presenter who began their presentation with the magical words, “Once upon a time”? That presenter became your spirit animal, and you can emulate their success by incorporating relatable stories into your own presentations. Sharing personal anecdotes, like the time you transformed a chaotic project into a masterpiece, will have your audience hanging onto your every word.

One of the keys to delivering an effective presentation is to structure it like a story, with a clear beginning, middle, and end. By following this simple structure, you create a cohesive narrative that grips your audience’s attention and helps them easily comprehend your message.

Remember, stories have the power to transcend dry facts and figures, creating an emotional connection with the audience. As humans, our brains love to listen to stories. All the hormones Dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, endorphins, etc create magic inside us. This is also why we remember good stories for a really really long time. By interweaving narratives into your presentation, you create a memorable and engaging experience that resonates with your listeners long after your presentation concludes.

So, channel your inner storyteller, embrace the power of relatable anecdotes, and let your presentation unfold like an enthralling tale. Your audience will be captivated, and your message will leave a lasting impact.

7) Audience engagement

Let’s talk stats again – 90% of audiences are more likely to stay awake if they’re actively engaged. So, throw in a quick poll like “Raise your hand if you secretly drew sketches of your teacher” to wake them up faster than a double shot of espresso.

• Audience Polls: Incorporating polls into your presentation, whether in-person or online, is a brilliant way to gauge audience interest and gather valuable feedback. For example, you could ask a question like, “Raise your hand if you secretly binge-watched cat reels when you should’ve been studying.” This not only adds an element of fun but also encourages active participation.
• Ask Direct Questions: Engage your audience by asking them direct questions. This simple technique builds rapport and naturally sparks interest in your topic. By inviting their input and opinions, you create a more interactive and dynamic environment.
• Make Eye Contact: Engage your audience on a personal level by making eye contact. By connecting directly with individuals, you establish a sense of rapport and create a more conversational atmosphere. This helps ensure that your audience feels involved and valued throughout your presentation.
• Interactive Activities: Inject some fun and interactivity into your presentation with activities such as trivia or team-based games. By giving your audience an opportunity to apply the information you’ve provided, you create an engaging and memorable experience. This approach also encourages collaboration and active participation among audience members.
• Remember, when your audience feels involved and engaged, they are more likely to absorb and retain the information you’re presenting. So, embrace these strategies, make your presentation interactive, and keep your audience awake, interested, and actively participating throughout the entire presentation.

8) Effective delivery

An effective presentation delivery is key to captivating your audience and keeping them engaged. Here are some powerful techniques that you can practice to enhance your delivery:

• Slowing Down and Pausing: If you are bringing something new to the table for your classmates, consider speaking at a slower pace and incorporating well-timed pauses. Speak in simple words as you try to explain the new information. This allows your audience to absorb and understand the information without feeling overwhelmed.
• Varying Your Voice: Avoid a monotonous tone by varying the pitch, tone, and volume of your voice. Emphasize keywords and main ideas through vocal inflections to grab your audience’s attention and highlight key points.
• Maintaining a Suitable Pace: It’s crucial to find the right pace for your delivery. Avoid speaking too fast, which can overwhelm your audience, or speaking too slowly, which may lead to disengagement. Practice in front of others to ensure that you maintain a steady and engaging pace.
• Utilizing Positive Language: Positivity is contagious! Use language that is uplifting and optimistic to maintain audience engagement and participation. Creating a positive atmosphere will make your presentation more enjoyable and memorable. A few examples of words that you can use are here: “Good Morning/Afternoon, It’s great to be here, this is my favorite topic, that is a great answer, I am super excited to present before you all, etc”
• Injecting Humor: A well-placed humorous story, comment, or joke can lighten the mood and create a connection with your audience. Humor helps foster engagement and keeps your audience attentive throughout the presentation.
• Using Notes, Not Scripts: Instead of relying on a scripted delivery, use simple notes as a guide. This allows you to maintain a natural flow and connection with your audience, making your delivery more personable and engaging.

To read additional tips on how to present a presentation you can visit this blog here .

9) Multimedia tools

Did you know that 73.6% of people are more likely to remember a presentation if it includes visuals? Yep, that means your trusty pie charts and snazzy infographics are like the superheroes of your presentation.

Slideshows or video presentations can be effective formats that maintain audience engagement, but it’s important to follow certain tips to optimize your presentation. Here are some tips that you can follow to create effective slideshows or videos:

Keep the text short and simple: Instead of using large paragraphs, use bullet points or short sentences. This helps the audience focus on key points.

Choose a readable font: Make sure the text is legible for everyone in the audience. Use large font sizes and fonts that are easy to read, even from a distance.

Use relevant visual aids: Include pictures, charts, or graphs that support your content. Visual aids make information more memorable and can help clarify complex topics.

Use animation sparingly: Adding animations can be a great way to make your presentation more engaging. However, it’s important to use them sparingly and purposefully to avoid distracting the audience from the main message.

Time allocation: Ensure that you allocate a specific amount of time for each slide. This gives the audience enough time to read and comprehend the information before you move on to the next slide.

You can go through this blog to learn more about different presentation styles that you can use most effectively.

Remember, your slides are like the Robin to your Batman – they’re the sidekick that helps you save the day. Just make sure they’re not as dull as a room without Wi-Fi. Sprinkle in some witty captions, eye-catching images, and voila! You’ve got yourself a slide deck worthy of a standing ovation.

10) Question-and-answer session

Picture this: You’re in the middle of your spiel, and suddenly someone throws a curveball question that’s wilder than a rodeo bull. Roll with it! Embrace that unexpected question like a surprise guest star on your favorite sitcom. 

A question-and-answer session with your audience can occur repeatedly throughout your presentation or as a separate session at the end of your presentation. Whichever method you choose, consider following these tips to optimize your question-and-answer session:

• Inform your audience about the time in which they can ask questions at the beginning of your presentation.
• Repeat questions for the benefit of all audience members.
• Involve the audience by asking for their opinions on certain questions.
• Spend time prior to your presentation preparing answers to commonly asked questions.
• Remain updated on current issues related to your topic.

Finally, wrap up your presentation with a mic-drop moment. It’s like leaving your audience with a cliffhanger, begging for the sequel. You’re the director of your presentation movie, and a well-crafted call to action is your post-credits scene that leaves everyone excited for what’s next.

11) Call to action

Imagine it as the “What’s Next?” chapter at the end of a captivating book. It’s your way of telling your classmates, “Hey, the story doesn’t have to end here – there’s a whole adventure waiting for you!”

A successful call to action has the power to inspire action, like a coach motivating their team to victory. It’s the spark that inspires your audience to do more. For Example, you present global warming and your call to action is to encourage your classmates to make changes in their lifestyle to help stop climate change. It can sound very difficult but if you try to think about it like this- ‘What would make me change my lifestyle?’- You could probably come up with quite a few points.

In essence, your call to action is the bridge between the world you’ve built in your presentation and the real-world actions your classmates can take. It’s not just a suggestion; it’s an invitation to embark on the next leg of their journey.

So, as you wrap up your presentation, make your call to action simply irresistible. Encourage your classmates to take that leap, explore further, and be part of the ongoing story you’ve initiated. It’s not just an ending – it’s a beginning of a new chapter, with you as the guide.

12) Dealing with Anxiety

If you’re someone who experiences extreme anxiety or stage fright when speaking in front of a crowd, there’s a strategy that can help you gain support and overcome those nerves. It’s called “Be Humble.” This approach acknowledges the common occurrence of stage fright, even among experienced speakers, and encourages honesty with the audience.

For instance, you could say something like, “It is an honor to be in front of such an amazing crowd, but I must admit, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed with the presence of such great people around me. If you all could, please support me as I take you through my presentation. I will do my best.” By expressing your vulnerability in this way, you’re likely to gain the support of the audience. They will empathize with your honesty and be more forgiving if you make a mistake.

However, it’s important to note that this strategy requires you to put in your best effort. By demonstrating that you are giving it your all, the audience will appreciate your authenticity and be more inclined to support you throughout your presentation.

By adopting a humble and honest approach, you can build a connection with the audience, ease your anxiety, and create a supportive environment that allows you to deliver your presentation with confidence.

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Ace your presentation with the 3-3-3 rule: your formula for excellence.

Ever wanted to give a presentation that totally wows your audience? Well, there’s a special trick that not many know about—a clever formula that can make your presentation a big hit. It’s called the 3-3-3 Rule, and it’s like having a secret map to create a presentation that’s seriously impressive!

Start with Impact: The Mighty Trio of Topics

Imagine you’re building a strong base for an epic building. Your presentation needs a strong base too, and that’s where the 3-3-3 Rule comes in. You choose Three important ideas or topics that are the pillars of your presentation. Think of them like the three legs of a tripod that keeps your camera steady. Let’s say you’re talking about becoming a successful gamer: skills, teamwork, and practice. These three topics give your presentation a rock-solid start.

Middle Marvels: Weaving 3 Engaging Stories

Think of your presentation as a thrilling adventure. You spice it up by weaving in Three captivating stories that connect to your topics. If you’re discussing gaming skills, tell a story about a gamer who improved their skills and became a champion. For teamwork, share a tale about how a group of players worked together to win a tough game. And for practice, talk about a gamer’s journey of practicing day and night to reach their goals. These stories add a layer of excitement to your presentation!

Terrific Conclusion: 3 Actionable Steps for Success

When you finish a game, you’re left with a score, right? At the end of your presentation, you share Three actionable steps . These are like cool things your audience can do after they hear you speak. For our gamer presentation, you could suggest: “Focus on improving one gaming skill at a time, find teammates to play and learn together, and set aside regular practice time.” These steps give your audience a roadmap to start their own gaming success journey.

Bringing It All Together: Your Presentation Brilliance

Let’s say you’re talking about how to become a successful Gamer .

** Start: ** “Hey everyone, get ready to level up your gaming skills! We’re diving into three keys to becoming an awesome gamer: mastering skills, rocking teamwork, and the secret sauce of practice.”

** Middle :** “Imagine honing your skills to perfection, teaming up with fellow gamers to conquer challenges, and putting in hours of practice to become a true gaming pro.”

** Finish :** “Now you can start by focusing on one gaming skill, teaming up with friends for epic battles, and dedicating regular time to practice and improve. Get ready to dominate the gaming world!”

By using the 3-3-3 Rule, your presentation transforms into an exciting quest that keeps your audience engaged and inspired long after you’ve finished speaking!

You now have the power to deliver a presentation that will change lives- yours as you just graduated from being good to excellent at presentations, and your audiences as they will derive some takeaways from it. Presentations can always be fun and less worrying if you have a handbook of tools to lean on when you are clueless. Use these above tools with a sprinkle of your own confidence and jazz it up. We hope you enjoyed it and All the Best for your presentation!

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8 tips to make world-class presentations using powerpoint themes.

Not a lot of people are good at creating presentations at work, virtually we all need some sort of insights. Making a presentation engaging enough can only generate your audience’s interest. Also, the same can be your pick to bloom your business goals. In this article, we’ll talk about the eight best ways to make unparalleled presentations:

1. Keeping it simple

PowerPoint, in general, was required to project the analytical information to your viewers while you can support the same as the prime speaker. The ordinary PowerPoint presentation slides were never meant to be the star of the show. The thing is, people are there to hear what you have to say. The slides in the background are just for supporting the facts that you speak. Further, if one creates an appealing PowerPoint presentation, that can be a win-win. But, if your presentation is boring or ordinary & contains ‘N’ number of slides, it can surely destroy the charism of your content. Hence, rather than including chart junk in your presentations, you must strive to keep a lesser cluster in your slides, hence a powerful visual message can be delivered.

2. Limiting the text & bullet point

When it comes to the audience, it can be said that the PowerPoint presentations are created for the benefit of the same. What could be worse than boring your audience with an array of bullet points as well as the never-ending text? Now, you’d say that including no text is the key? Well, that’s not entirely true! Making use of PowerPoint templates from the providers like SlideModel.com can be a great choice if you wish to include lesser material and appeal more. Without the narration, PowerPoint endeavours for schooling students as well as corporate enthusiasts would be meaningless. Rather than making the speaker superfluous, the content in the slides must support the user in a splendid way.

3. Limit the animations

Making use of slide transitions as well as object builds are subjected to a judicious use. From object builds, we are referring to bullet points, images, gifs and other animations. It can be said that an array of graphical designs are awesome, though the excess of everything is cumbersome.

Including few but quality transition effects is necessary when it comes to alluring your audience. Users are advised to make use of 3-4 transitions and subtle animations in PowerPoint presentations . Your listeners might get bored quickly if they’re subjected to just not so appealing data.

4. Inculcating high-quality graphics support

It would be evident to say that the more are the senses, the more is the interaction. In other words, when you make use of images in your presentation, it acts as a word cutter, which is great. Not only it reduces the cumbersome content in your presentation, it also increases the engagement level of the same.

SlideModel.com is a leading provider of PowerPoint ready-made templates as well as high-quality royalty-free graphics that can be added to the presentations. Templates are 100% editable and built with PowerPoint shapes, making possible for the end user to edit the shape properties and adjust the presentation styles like colors and effects.

Thus, rather than degrading the resolution of pics, you can register as a premium user of SlideModel to get your hands on the pixel-perfect image designs. Always remember that the graphics that you’re projecting through your presentation have already been done by somebody. Taking up the services of a template and graphics provider for your presentation can be your out of the box pick.

5. Prefer PowerPoint templates rather than ordinary visual themes

You clearly require a consistent template throughout your presentation. Most of the visual themes are changing as your presentation progress. Just imagine as a viewer, you’re subjected to an ever-changing array of graphics, templates and themes. That would be not so appealing, plus it will kill your interest.

Always remember that a majority of the audience tends to expect an innovative presentation, hence ignoring the ubiquitous PowerPoint designs at all stakes is vital. Hence, a professional comes in to picture, SlideModel is a dedicated provider of state of the art PowerPoint templates which are robust in nature and offers a consistent appeal throughout the presentation.

6. Making use of Charts and Tables

When it comes to depicting analytical data with added ease, it can be said that Pie Charts, as well as Tables, are the best pick. It is pretty obvious that a viewer doesn’t engage with algorithmic data like company statistics, log reports etc. However, you can inculcate some customizable pie charts, waveforms, tables, bar charts, flow charts and more to increase the viability of your content as well as make your presentation endeavor booming. SlideModel can be your savior, the site is offering a lush array of charts, diagrams, graphics, images, map add-ins etc.

What comes as a fascinating fact is that all of the above-mentioned amenities offered by the site are customizable in nature. Hence, a great deal of personalized input can be achieved.

7. Find the perfect color combination

When it comes to colors, we can say that they can invoke feelings as well as emotions. It would be wise to say that, when it comes to a better retention as well as comprehension, colors play a significant role. While making a PowerPoint presentation, you’re not required to be a professional, even a novice user can make awesome presentations with the help of the right presentation templates. The company can be your pick if you look forward to impressing your C-Level audience. For all the students out there, SlideModel can also equip you with much crucial insights, which are necessary for making out of the box PowerPoint presentations.

8. Choosing the right Fonts

What comes as a splendid fact is that Fonts are the soul of any presentation. They convey a hidden message which is subtle in nature. One must strive to choose fonts deliberately, the same not only improve your audience’s interest but also improves the integrity of your presentation. Google Fonts is definitely a good resource to browse fonts for your presentations. Fonts like Serif are best suited for on-screen presentations. Also, regardless of the font that you’re using, one should make sure that it’s big enough to be visible to the people sitting at the back of the room.

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Charisma university, 12 steps to world class presentation skills.

This one partner would finish talking about what his team had been up to. And I’d be thinking, “Wow that project sounds cool!”

I never worked with the guy, but I liked him. And he had this way of making you want him to like you back. Had I been tapped to work with him, I know I would have worked hard to earn his respect.

That’s the power of effective presentation skills

If you plan on moving up in work, there will come a time when you are called on to address a crowd. You may already have arrived there.

You don’t want to be the guy putting people to sleep. You want to be the guy who gets people excited to work with you.

That’s where these presentation tips come in. They come straight from a world champion — yes, there is a world champion of public speaking — and they will teach you to be more engaging, no matter what you are talking about.

You can watch the video and/or read the presentation tips below. (A shorter version “Presentation Tips and Tricks” is available on our YouTube channel.)

1. Use a prop; they kick butt

First thing Qahtani does before speaking a word: he whips out a cigarette and lights up. (0:36).

And the audience is locked in.

The beauty of props is that they are not self-explanatory. They leave the audience racking their brains, asking, “What the heck is that for?” And that makes them incredibly receptive to what you have to say next.

The same object could mean a million things. I have seen people use change to represent revenue (waaaay better than a PowerPoint pie chart). I have seen change used to represent deposits in the “Trust Bank”. While your audience is trying to figure out what you are doing, you have them hooked.

You don’t want to spend the entire talk baffling your audience. But if you can create questions in their brains and leave them temporarily unanswered, you’ll have the audience leaning forward eager to hear what you have to say next.

2. Provocative questions work great too

Speaking of creating questions in your audience… A fantastic and obvious way is to simply ask a question. The more provocative the better. (1:34)

For instance, if I ask you to think about what you had for breakfast, you will probably think about what you ate for breakfast. If I ask you if you realize that you may have eaten literal poison for breakfast, you are likely to perk up and listen to what I have to say next.

If your presentation has a more rigid structure, like in a quarterly earnings report, consider asking questions rather than expositing.

Rather than, “Sales are up 13% this quarter due to increased distribution partners,” why not actually get people to listen by saying:

“Do you think we are up this quarter? Well we are, up 13% to be exact. And the reason is one we have never seen before. It’s fascinating and is a huge opportunity, but I’ll get to that in a second…”

Yes, you can still put your bottom line up front AND leave lingering questions. If you aren’t raising questions, you might as well stop speaking because people will have stopped listening.

3. Create dialogue: get your audience to interact, speak, or move during the presentation

Have you ever felt disconnected from a speaker? Like the substitute teacher who would ask a question to utter silence from the class? That feeling is soooo uncomfortable (I couldn’t take it and would often be the one to speak up).

The reason this happens is because the speaker inadvertently created a pattern of non-interaction with the audience. They walked in and convinced the audience that their role was to remain passive.

You need to snap the one-way monologue mentality in the first minute when the pattern of interaction between you and the audience is still being negotiated. (1:34)

There are lots of ways to do it. The most common is the “Raise your hand if…”. You can combine it with a question that they need to answer, like Qahani does in the video.

The important part — no matter how hamfisted it may feel — get them moving and responding to you 1-3 times in the first minute.

For the rest of the speech they will feel like part of it, invested in your success, rather than like your talk is something being inflicted on them.

4. Get a belly laugh in the first minute

In 1:1 conversation, you want to balance having fun with connecting. Connecting takes more time and requires some reason to care.

Having fun gets people more invested in you and gives them a reason to care when it start to connect. So I advise people to have fun first . Then focus on connecting.

Similarly, effective presentation skills require you to get people laughing before dropping your drama bombs on them. The first minute is prime time.

Take the most popular Ted Talk of all time: Ken Robinson: Do Schools Kill Creativity:

Twenty five seconds in. Boom. An unrelated joke. It builds rapport and opens the audience up. The second big laugh is at 1:13… and then 1:17 and then 1:22 and 1:35… you get the point.

So prepare something lighthearted. It doesn’t have to be that clever. It doesn’t have to be directly related to the topic of your speech. Get them laughing and you’ve earned their attention (for a bit).

5. Bounce between stories and summarizing points

See if you can spot the pattern.

Ken Robbin’s story about the little girl… (15:18)

Qahani’s story about his son… (6:30)

Heck even when I am coaching, I try not to just focus on the mechanics of being charismatic. I give examples in video breakdowns. When I can’t, I tell stories of the people I have worked with.

You see: Humans learn through stories. But we make the mistake of teaching in abstract summaries.

And I’ll admit, this still is tough for me. I want to be concise! I want to cover universal rules, not just tell a single story!

But I swear, nearly every time someone comments on what they learned from me it starts something like this:

“Remember when you were telling me that story about the guy being honest in law school? Well I was out and something happened that reminded me of it.  So I made sure to do what we’d learned….”

What about statistics? A beautiful list of concise, summarized points? The 5 paragraph essays with supporting facts from 10 primary sources they taught us to write in high school?

Are those logical ways to construct an argument? Absolutely. Are they persuasive? Hardly.

If you want people to be moved to action, tell stories.

6. Use open loops and drop segues

“You can have a very beautiful thing to say, but say it in the wrong words and POOF…. it’s gone… I have a son who is four. And he had this bad habit of writing on the walls with crayons.” (5:58)

Wait a second. What the heck is going on here? Where are the segues? The connector phrases? (“Which brings me to my next point…”)

Gone. Abandoned for something better.

That moment of confusion between points is like Adderall for your audience. It reestablishes the need to focus on you.

It is particularly powerful when bouncing between an abstract point (“You can have a great thing to say, but say it in wrong words, it’s gone”) and a story (“I have a son who is four. And he had this bad habit of writing on the walls with crayons.”)

The abstract point gets you thinking about the ways words are playing a role in your life. And before you can fully digest that we are off into a story.

Combining the point with a story (without a segue) has the wonderful effect of winning attention and opening people up to your conclusions.

7. Speak in second person (especially when moralizing)

The great thing about stories is that they have ambiguous takeaways. You don’t always have to spell out the lesson, but you have that option.

If you do choose to explain what to take from a story, always do it in second person.

Even if you’ve just finished a story about your own upbringing, told in the first person “I,” you will want to switch.

“…and then I found out I was going to need surgery (pause in story) You know you learn something when your health is failing about what really matters in life… (going to second person moral)”

People care about how things relate to themselves. So whenever possible, speak as if you are speaking directly to them. Say “you”.

Bonus: Ctrl+f to see if I followed my own advice in this article 😉

8. Perform. Public speaking is theater

Whenever you stand in front of people you are a performer.

You are an actor, a voice impressionist, a dancer, a bard. The more you embrace the fact that you are performing, the more people will be sucked into what you’re saying.

The most simple way is to embody the characters in the stories you tell. Put on a different voice. Move like they move (notice how Qahtani plays up the drunk scene and the frantic hospital scene). No description can match the force of live action.

Find opportunities to perform a scene rather than just describing it. It will put your presentation skills on steroids. (11:16)

9. Leave extra space for jokes and drama

Here is a basic definition of comedy: Expectations do not meet reality in an amusing way (i.e. lighting a cigarette on stage and then yelling at the audience)

Meaning that part of comedy is setting up expectations. So you must give the audience time to create that expectation!

Think of the person you know who just runs over jokes. They will hear something funny, repeat it to you, but hit the punchline so quickly that you don’t even know what happened*

It’s not the joke’s fault. It’s that they didn’t give you time to expect anything.

Jokes need space. So cut those filler words and slow down your timing.

Drama has a similar rule. It is all based on uncertainty: “What will happen next?”

So if you don’t give space for people to absorb what you have said and wonder what’s coming next, you slice out the ability for dramatic impact.

Which adds up to one rule: give the audience space in the form of silence.

The funniest (6:44) and most moving parts (13:48) of Qahtani’s speech are preceded and/or followed by a second or two of silence. Use it to emphasize your most important points.

* Comedy is a bit complicated . There is a way to create humor by running over spaces where people might normally pause. But that is beyond the scope of improving presentation skills.

10. Save your emotional bomb for last

Before today, I hadn’t seen Ken Robinson’s TED talk in over a year. The one-piece I remembered was of the little girl who was very fidgety and was told she had learning problems. The line that rings in my head is “she didn’t have a problem; she was a dancer,” (or something like that).

Now like I said, before today I hadn’t seen that video in months. And what do you know? That story of the little girl just so happens to be the last story he tells.

That’s by design.

You begin with intrigue, but you end with impact.  Whether that impact is humorous or melancholy is your decision, but your killer emotional piece belongs at the end. The thing you want to stick in people’s minds.

You’ll have earned their continued attention so you’ll have time to build an emotionally charged scene. Take advantage and craft a third act that moves people.

11. Tie up your mini stories and lead back to big point

Remember how we didn’t segue before? That probably left the audience struggling to figure out how everything ties together.

The end is where you put a bow on everything. You can (though you don’t have to) reference the anecdotes you have mentioned, the key points you hit, and say how they all contribute towards one overarching point.

A similar and very popular tactic is to take the intro, which lacked a conclusion, and re-reference it as a closing. Qahani does that when he goes back to the cigarette.

(15:53) But in his case, it’s really not necessary. If you have a story to wrap up, the ending can be a great time to close that loop. But don’t force it. Otherwise it feels like you ripped your speech out of a cookie cutter mold.

12. The ending should speak for itself

You can work from rough notes in your speech. But you want to plan your last line verbatim. (16:00)

I found this out when making YouTube videos. I would get to the end and find myself trailing off: “Okay, well that’s it… so yeah… I guess that’s it for today…bye”

If you don’t have a go to, the ending sort of just fizzles. So for YouTube, I’ve settled on “Hope you’ve found this helpful! I’ll see you next time.”

Simple and it has an air of finality.

If you do what I used to do, you wind up with an audience that doesn’t know if they should clap or pause. You wind up saying “Okay, that’s the end,” or “Yeah… that’s all I have today.”

Worst case, finish on a “thank you” and a smile. But ideally, your arc, your intonation, and your gesticulations should indicate that you have said everything you need to say

13. Give them something to do as soon as you finish

Okay I’m cheating because Qahani doesn’t actually do this. But he gets a pass. He is at a Toastmaster’s event where speaking for speaking’s sake is totally kosher.

That’s probably not the case in your life. When you speak in front of a group of people, you typically want them to do something because of it. Maybe it is to work harder. Maybe it is to donate. Maybe it is just to raise their glasses and toast to the bride and groom.

You’ve spent all this time opening them up. Don’t squander this opportunity. You took them on this journey. Hooked their attention. Now do something!

Qahani keeps it vague: consider the power of your words. Much more effective would be to keep the action concrete, time bound, and specific: “When you exit into the lobby, call someone who needs to hear that you are proud of them and tell them how they make you proud.”

After the story of his friend Nassir, you can bet the audience would have taken that to heart.

In sum, here’s the top presentation tips boiled down to the bare necessities

• Grab attention with the first second and continue intriguing people for the first minute
• Open people up by bouncing between stories that they can place themselves in
• Have a big emotional movement at the end and give them a specific action to finish

You don’t have to do every single one of these presentation tips and tricks every time. Hit just a few of these and your public speaking will be massively improved.

…See how I totally skipped #12 and didn’t tie the conclusion back to the beginning – told you you don’t need to do everything 😉

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6 thoughts on “ 12 Steps To World Class Presentation Skills ”

It’s crazy how a well timed silence is sometimes more powerful than the actual words. It really can make all the difference when trying to get a message across (or more info out of someone else). Isn’t it ironic?

Loved your tip on dropping the segues. I never would’ve thought of that! I use transitions and segues like they were going out of style. Def going to have to try that one out.

Awesome tips man as always.

Nice article, keep me sending article on charisma

This is great! I love the line “Begin with intrigue; end with impact” – so I’ve tweeted it.

When coaching speakers, I use a lot of the same tips. For instance, I use the acronym “AIM”, and its “I” stands for “Intrigue people”.

Interesting about Qahtani’s call-to-action. When I first read what you said, I thought “Hold on, he did call people to action.” But now I see what you mean about it being vague.

You might like to see my suggestions for the call-to-action of a TEDx talk about body language: I show how to make it more personal, actionable and conversational. You can find that here , and I’d love to hear your thoughts.

(P.S. In your post, the video at the end of step 9 is private unfortunately.)

Awesome Article, thank you…. its so helpful to have you talk us through the ted talk to show us what to look out for. I would love to see a video re-enactment of sorts of your opening story along with your commentary on strengths vs pitfalls: “Given the same exact topic and the same exact audience, one partner could make you perk up for those 5 minutes. Another would lull you to sleep.” I have seen this play out in so many corporations I have worked at, but can’t put my finger on why one is so great at presenting and another so poor. A major reason I have ended up on your site is that I want to improve my own presentation skills in a design industry.

What video does “**Comedy is a bit complicated.” link to in the paragraph:

*Comedy is a bit complicated. There is a way to create humor by running over spaces where people might normally pause. But that is beyond the scope of improving presentation skills.

The link now seems to be broken. Love your advice!

I appreciate now that a Keynote is a performance that includes humor, stories, the power of pauses, and the asking of questions. The closing is critical so there is a crescendo and then a call to action

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20 Creative World Themed Presentation Templates

The world is a home for all of us, and in terms of presentation design, it’s one of the most common design elements ever used, which illustrates a global topic and instantly adds a sense of international feeling into design.

This list includes some 20 (but not all) of our best presentation templates with a world, globe or earth background. All the templates include a Prezi version, but some also have a bonus PowerPoint PPT version attached.

So get ready to rock someone’s world and find yourself a suitable presentation template – each template is customizable and you can easily change and replace the visuals to add your own branding style or colors.

1. Global Line Presentation Template

Want to make a professional presentation with a template that includes a globe design and world map elements? Global Line is a truly multi-purpose Prezi presentation Template (+PowerPoint version included) with an infographic 3D globe diagram. A dark world graphic in the middle and an arrow around the 3D globe as an arc with colorful circles on the line. Insert your own symbols or numbers and create a colorful and infographic presentation with a world background theme. You can’t be wrong with this all time most popular template from Prezibase.com

2. Infographic on World Background Presentation

This presentation template was made for people who fancy infographics and business topics. A professional Prezi Template with a round and colorful circle diagram design concept on a world map background. Make a creative business or company report, visualize data, generate a mind map full of ideas or talk about politics and international relations, there are no limits here.

3. City World Presentation Template

Are you a creative person? Do you dare to make an interesting presentation?A 3D Prezi Next presentation template with a small planet world city concept. A sphere city globe with skyscrapers and an ocean on a blue sky background. Zoom into the topic circles with great visual transition effects, as the objects and background move separately. Use the default placeholder content or create your own presentation slides. Present about global topics such as international travel, tourism or about various business or technical innovations in the world. Take your viewers on a journey around the globe and build your own storyworld.

4. World Map on Wall Presentation Template

Prezi presentation Template with a customizable dotted world map theme. A world map on an office wall background. Change the overall background color and that suits your theme. Use the built in Prezi colors or add your own via CSS. Make a presentation about a world related topic. Talk about business, global warming, war, nature, travel. A great prezi template for an international world map presentation.

5. 3D World Atom Presentation Template

Creative 3D Prezi Template with planet earth as an atom. Globe surrounded by road, cars, planes, balloon on a round sky clouds background. A good template to illustrate globalization, transport, traffic, connections, travelling. Zoom into traffics signs, create your your own story. Good template for business marketing or talking about a global world topic. Present about logistics, politics, sightseeing and tourism. Amaze your audience with a creative and 3D presentation.

6. World Map From Symbols Presentation

A symbolic Prezi Template with a world map formed from small white icons. Good template for presenting about tourism attractions, world politics, geography, nations or countries. Illustrate international connections or business relations. Zoom to any location and add your own icons from the Prezi Insert menu. Talk about demographics and symbolize local data. Make the presentation more engaging and ask questions about countries. Add your own background image. Present about political topics, famous locations of the world.

7. Global World Village Presentation Template

A Creative 3D Prezi Template with white houses on a small planet and road around it. A multipurpose template suitable for many topics including business, transport, planet, cities, real estate. A beautiful 3D city/town/village scenery on a blue and white sky background. Illustrate the concept of world becoming smaller and more connected into one big city. Create an infographic presentation about internationalisation, traveling, tourism. Talk about internationalisation, building, construction, traffic, driving, road.

8. 3D World Map Infographics Template

Prezi Template for presenting world map infographics, geography, politics, statistics, facts, business, reports, etc… A zoomable blue 3D World map with icons, symbols, charts and lines – everything you need for a world related presentation. Zoom into different continents – illustrate content with symbols and zoom in for details. Create a creative report, talk about different countries or nations – customize the template for various topics. A good template for a colorful business or educational presentation.

9. 3D Creative World Presentation Template

Take your audience around the world! A creative multipurpose Prezi Next presentation template with a small 3D globe concept. Small planet with a transport car/truck, social media tree, airplane, a city, palm island and a macbook laptop. Great template for talking about international topics: global business, international trade, vacation or tourism. Take your viewers on journey around the globe, show timelines, deadlines, technologies, social media links. Build your own little storyworld and amaze your audience.

10. Global World Issue Presentation Template

Time to talk about global issues – 3D Prezi template with the world as a jigsaw puzzle. Zoom in and the background turns dark and reveals white content slides. A professional presentation template for a world/global related topic. Make a personal or business presentation and talk about world problems and solutions. Creative 3D Prezi template with a simple globe as puzzle design.

11. Small World Presentation Template

Prezi Template with a small and flat style white planet earth illustration. Amaze your audience with a creative presentation and take them on a journey around the world. A simple yet very detailed Prezi Template, suitable for a variety of presentation topics. Objects on the globe: people, home, house, office, car, bike, mountain, school, bank satellite, airplane, sun, clouds. Zoom anywhere inside the objects and add your own content or story. All separated elements: move the items around and customize the planet. Present about traveling, flat earth theory. Good template for presenting to kids/children

12. World Business Presentation Template

A professional 3D business Prezi Template with a blue globe and colorful titles. Create an infographic company report or promote/market your products. All separated elements: Customize the colors and move the elements around. Use colorful titles and zoom in for the content details. Add your own symbols and icons to fill the placeholders. Show a business proposal, present annual results or simply create a professional Prezi on any topic. Customize the colors and adapt the Prezi for any topic. present about world politics, global topics, international relations, professional business or global companies.

13. Infographic World Presentation Template

Professional looking Prezi Template with a dotted world map and colorful infographic elements. Present about world/global related topic or create an international business presentation. Template with Minimal design, yet very professional and sleek/corporate looking. Zoom into any area of the map, after which a different world map background will appear. Customize the shapes and lines by adding your own colors, images, shapes and symbols. Talk about international relations, products or services, global trade, tourism, statistics or politics.

14. Digital World Presentation Template

Prezi Template with a digital business world concept. A businessWoman in white clothing holding a black tablet computer with black silhouettes and a world map on the background. Describe the connections in the digital world: show how you do business, travel or learn internationally. Template includes all separated design elements: rearrange the graphics and and add your own content. Add your own background image. Present about global business technologies, stock trade mechanisms, connected ideas.

15. Geopolitics Presentation Template

Prezi Template which for a large variety presentation topics around the world. A white 3D world map with arrows and map markers on a dark blue background. Present about geopolitics which may include: geography, political topics, economy, natural resources, gas, oil, demographics, climate, migration, migrants, continents or nation states. Customize the map markers and arrows to create a unique design layout for the presentation you need.

16. Worldwide Success Presentation Template

How difficult is the way to success, can you describe it to your viewers?A 3D Prezi Next presentation template with a businessman standing in front of stairs leading towards earth with a door and bright light shining out from it. A great concept to illustrate business success or achieving various goals and plans. Talk about launching a startup company, making a big career, traveling or international politics.

17. World Time Presentation Template

3D Prezi Template with a world clock concept. A clock face inside a world. Present about global topics, history, timeline or historical world events. While zooming in, the background turns dark, revealing white text. It’s time… to use this template!

18. World Map Presentation Template

The world is a small place, so here’s a minimal world map template for zooming and adding in your ideas. Change the background color to match your branding style and zoom into the continents for your content. Each of the continents is a Prezi Next stack topic type, which means you can add more typical slides and not use the planet topic layout. Hit the copy button and start traveling around the world!

19. World Story Presentation Template

Prezi presentation template for a world related presentation. Talk about a global issue or problem and add your own story to the presentation. 3D globe on a sky background with a round film strip, illustrating a story to be told. Zoom in and insert your own content anywhere. Talk about global warming, world wars, nature, politics, or traveling.

20. Digital World Economy Presentation Template

Even if you’re Neo from the Matrix – you must realize the fact that most of our everyday life and business is moving online, where we are just plain numbers and statistics for the government. A 3D Prezi Next presentation template for talking about doing business in the digital space. A digital blue 3D scene background with business people silhouettes made up from binary codes. A matrix-looking scene with a digital life concept and a world map on the background. Multipurpose template for talking about all topics related with business, internet, people, trading etc. Talk about online contracts, ecommerce, buying or selling online, finding business partners or the digital environment and online threats.

It’s a small world out there…

and this list only includes 20 templates, so in case you didn’t a find suitable template for your world related presentation, I suggest you to check out our entire gallery of World Presentation Templates (200 templates).

The world is ever changing so you cannot expect to make the same old boring PowerPoint deck and expect to amaze your audience! That’s why a more creative approach is needed.

There are over 7 billion people on earth, and each and every one of them has a fascinating life story, and luckily for you, people love stories. So to make your presentation more memorable and exciting, be sure to add a story to your presentation as well.

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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Modified & Updated: 02 Mar 2024

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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In a notable showcase of academic excellence and scholarly engagement, students from the Schar School of Policy and Government made a significant impact at the Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) Conference held in Chicago earlier this month. Despite its regional designation, the conference attracted some 5,000 attendees, solidifying its status as a premier national event in the field of political science.

Among the participants were two undergraduate and eight doctoral students from the Schar School, who distinguished themselves through their presentations of papers and posters. Their topics spanned a wide range of political science disciplines, reflecting the depth and diversity of research being conducted at the institution.

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The Schar School representatives were “professional, poised, curious, and engaging,” said Associate Professor Jennifer N. Victor . “[They were] doing their best and getting good feedback on their work. I was proud to be their professor, mentor, and colleague at this important national political science conference.”

As the MPSA Conference continues to be a pivotal event for political science scholars nationwide, the participation of Schar School students not only enhances their own academic profiles but also elevates the school's reputation as a hub for innovative research and scholarly excellence.

Schar School MPSA Conference undergraduate student participants :

Anna Garren  – Junior undergraduate public administration major; poster presented: “Public Perception of the First GOP Presidential Primary Debate 2024”

Ethan Thomas  – Senior undergraduate government and international politics major; poster presented: “Supreme Effect: The Impact of SCOTUS Rulings on Legislation Passage”

Schar School MPSA Conference PhD student participants:

Tim Bynion  – Political science PhD candidate; paper presented on a panel: “Using Text Analysis as a Tool to Measure Party Disloyalty in Congressmembers’ Public-Facing Communications”

Tim Bynion  (and Jennifer N. Victor) – Political science PhD candidate; paper presented on a panel: “Meeting Students Where They Are: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Classroom Interventions for Voter Turnout Among College Students”

Aubrey Grant  – Public policy PhD candidate; paper presented on a panel: “Community Sponsorship: The Role of Welcoming Communities in Expanding Resettlement Capacity”

Christine German  – Political science PhD candidate; paper presented on a panel: “Translating Belief into Violence: The Complexity of Extreme Ideologies”

Dersu Tanca  – Political science PhD student; paper presented on a panel: “Influence of Global Politics on the Regime Type of Turkey”

Sanggyu Suh  – Political science PhD student; paper presented on a panel: “Bridge Over Troubled Water: Lessons on Water Frameworks from Chad and Sudan”

Kang Seo – Political science PhD student; paper presented on a panel: “A Social Network Analysis in the Case of North Korean Defector-Led Organizations”

Heejo Cheon  – Public policy PhD student; paper presented on a panel: “The Impact of Mass Mobilization Size and Duration on Democracy Levels across 128 Countries (1960-2018) by Regime Types”

Caroline Wesson  – Political science PhD student; paper presented on a panel: “Variety in Innovation Clusters: The Case of Europe”

Schar School MPSA Conference alumni participants:

Andrew Strasberg , a 2023 government and international politics graduate, now a political science PhD student at Washington University in St. Louis, was  awarded the 2024 “Best Undergraduate Paper Presented as a Poster”  award for his presentation at last year’s MPSA Conference when he presented his George Mason University undergraduate thesis as a poster.

Jihye Lim  – The recent Schar School political science PhD graduate presented a paper on a panel: “South Korea’s Response to Global Convergence in Criminal Antitrust Enforcement: Implications and Lessons.”

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Sometimes, in the rush and mundanity of life, it can be easy to forget that we live in one of the world’s cultural capitals. Last month, I went to the Museum of the City of New York for the first time, and visited the Neue Gallerie afterward to check out the “ Klimt Landscapes ” show. I was excited to take in history and the arts, but even more excited to be taking full advantage of the city.

Depending on where you live, these spots can be a schlep — but I say commit to the schlep, and I’ll make sure you’re eating well along the way. There are surprisingly good dining options at some of our fine cultural institutions, some of them new, most of them old, all of them better than you’d expect to find at a museum.

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Did you know that the Brooklyn Museum is currently showing the collection of Swizz Beats and ( Tony nominee ) Alicia Keys through July 7? The musical couple have been collecting the works of great Black artists, both past and present, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, the photographer Gordon Parks, Toyin Ojih Odutola, Derrick Adams and Lorna Simpson, and some of that work is now on display at the Brooklyn Museum.

And the Museum has tapped another power couple — Nicole and Michael Nicholas of Aunts et Uncles in Flatbush — to sling vegan bites in a food truck outside the museum all summer. I highly recommend ordering the vegan lobster roll, which involves heart of palm dressed in a creamy vegan mayo with crunchy red onions throughout and served in a toasted bun.

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When is the last time you, a local, went to MoMA? I’ll wait. Last summer I found myself standing on 53rd Street and pushing headlong into the Modern to try a very delicious and expensive pig-in-a-blanket. And though I walked in chasing down a gimmick, I walked out as a fan. It’s a first-class restaurant that happens to be in a museum. Eating there feels like a special occasion, and they’re especially good with seafood. (Go for the glazed lobster with snap sugar peas.)

As for the museum itself, my colleague Aodhan Beirne recently highlighted the “ Crafting Modernity: Design in Latin America, 1940-1980 ,” on view through Sept. 22. The show features more than 100 objects of “modern domestic design” from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Venezuela. Or you could just check out the rotating core collection, which never fails to remind me that I can step off the train and see Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” any time I want.

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The bad news: By the time you read this newsletter, “Klimt Landscapes” at the Neue Galerie will be in its final days and everyone knows that’s the worst time to go see a show. (Take it from someone who saw both the “Manet/Degas” show at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” at the Frick on their last weekends.) The good news: The teeny-tiny Neue Galerie is by far the most digestible museum in the city, filled with incredible works by Klimt, Egon Schiele and other German and Austrian artists. It also has a beloved Austrian cafe on the ground floor.

Café Sabarsky is fine for lunch or dinner, but beyond excellent for dessert. That menu is 18 items long, with cakes, linzertortes, strudel, tarts and crepes, and it is the closest some of us may ever get to the Vienna of Mozart’s “Eine kleine nachtmusik.” So go for eine kleiner brauner und strudel, mein Herr.

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Speaking of shows that are going to be absolutely packed on their final weekend, I had the divine pleasure of checking out “ The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism, ” at the Met, on display through July 28. The show is extraordinary and I don’t think I’d be able to properly sum it up with my limited word count. Just go see it!

As for food: The closest thing the Met has to fine dining is the Met Dining Room , a low-ceiling restaurant-slash-solarium tucked away on the fourth floor. This is a restaurant-restaurant, in the sense that it is on OpenTable and is surprisingly hard to get into without a reservation. (I checked out the Harlem Renaissance exhibit during my hourlong wait.) The restaurant is, well, fine: It’s clearly seasonally driven thanks to the chef Bill Telepan, and that came across in the extremely decent chilled carrot soup and the excellent crab cakes. Every day — except Wednesday, when it’s closed — the Dining Room is a perfect “take your parents or grandparents to lunch and an art show” restaurant, so consider booking a table the next time you have family in town.

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