Graphs Are a Lot Like Jokes
How to Simplify Communicating a Complex Strategy
‘Tis the season for holiday cheer and…strategy planning.
We know those two don’t necessarily mix but they both seem to be in abundance this time of year. We will assume you have the holiday cheer under control and will focus … READ MORE
What All Presenters can Learn this Summer
The Finance 5
“Rule No. 1: Never lose money.
Rule No. 2: Never forget Rule No. 1.”
– Warren Buffet
Tis the fiscal year-end season for many companies, which means final income statements, auditor visits, and the requisite financial presentations. If you’re the … READ MORE
Sharing Your Data's Story
“Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today.” (Robert McKee)
The power of storytelling to connect presenter to audience is undeniable. For data-driven presentations, it’s critical to keep in mind your audience remembers stories … READ MORE
Sexy Data? Here's How!
This month we challenged you to think of ways to make your data sexy. Our takeaway was that data can, in fact, be engaging, memorable, and even sexy. It’s up to you to make it sizzle.
We realize that this … READ MORE
How to Make Data Sexy
Let’s face it. Both technical and business presentations are full of important data—data that can make for very dry and boring presentations. But, if you are passionate about your data and convey the story behind it, your presentation will be … READ MORE
Technical Presentations are No Joke!
In the spirit of April Fool’s Day, we thought that we would approach our monthly tip a little differently. Take a look at this short, technical presentation that is sure to get you chuckling…
10 Ways to Lose Your Audience
… READ MOREBegin With the End When Delivering Technical Data Orally
Unlike murder mysteries or action-packed movie thrillers, technical presentations delivered orally should start with the conclusion.
Why? Readers of published data can skim back and forth between pages when they need to assimilate information. Not so in an oral presentation. … READ MORE