Boring presentations are not the problem. Confusing presentations are the problem. PowerPoint presentations have a bad reputation today because audiences often leave confused and unsure of what the presenter was trying to communicate. In this book I share: - My RAPIDS approach to plan and deliver a presentation the audience will understand. I show how this approach applies to the four most common types of business presentations and provide case studies of where this worked to help my clients. - Proven ways to select colors and fonts that work. - Methods for creating effective slides, including: writing the headline, selecting the best visual in each situation, using best practices to create over 30 different visuals, and preparing slides to make an impact in a presentation. - Practical steps for implementing these ideas in your own presentations, along with resources to consult and tips on evaluating your own presentations.

Presenters can use these practical tips to improve the effectiveness of their communication when presenting. The tips cover Presentation Structure and Sequence, Slide Design, Slide Content, Presentation Delivery, and Handouts. These are not technical tips on how to use the software. They are tips that help presenters focus on communicating their message clearly when using PowerPoint. If you currently use PowerPoint when presenting, these tips will help you communicate more effectively.

KEY BENEFIT If you need to achieve results through PowerPoint presentations, then this book is for you! The content can be used in several settings: educational, managerial, government, and professional. KEY TOPICS Strategy, audience analysis, research, structuring the slides, slide color and design, mastering fonts, and other design elements. MARKET This text is intended for business professionals who would like to enhance their delivery of PowerPoint presentations.