Avoid Death by PowerPoint in Presentations - Danielle Hennis - E143

In this episode, we discuss strategies on how to avoid 'death by PowerPoint'.

I'm joined by Danielle Hennis a presentation expert. We explore:

👉 How we can focus on audience needs

👉 Simplify presentations to one idea per slide

👉 Support presentations with visuals rather than text

Danielle shares her journey and how she transitioned from graphic design to presentation coaching, driven by witnessing ineffective presentations.

Practical advice is shared on how to prepare for presentations, including structuring content and utilizing visuals effectively. The conversation also touches on the importance of storytelling in business, managing presentation anxiety, eliminating filler words, and the role of AI as a tool in presentation preparation.

Danielle also provides recommendations for resources on data visualization, storytelling, presentation anxiety, and general presentation skills.

The episode wraps up with tips for gradually improving presentation skills by seeking feedback and starting with lower-stakes opportunities.

00:00 The Journey from Graphic Design to Presentation Mastery

04:19 Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Presentations

06:02 Harnessing Attention in the Age of TikTok

10:04 Crafting Engaging Presentations: Tips and Strategies

18:45 Overcoming Presentation Anxiety: Strategies for Confidence

31:34 Leveraging AI for Enhanced Presentations

34:41 Eliminating Workplace Silos for Creative Synergy

36:07 Resources and Final Thoughts

Danielle Hennis is a Raleigh, NC native who has travelled around the world only to settle back down in Durham, NC. She is a graphic designer and presentation specialist. She loves helping businesses, groups or individuals tell their message. She is the owner of Make It Memorable, LLC.

Email: drhennis@gmail.com

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