e227 – Inspiration Everywhere. Tips for Infusing Energy and Storytelling into Your Slides with Jody Wissing

Show Notes – Episode #227

In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haims chat with guest Jody Wissing – a truly energetic and creative presentation designer! They talk about how everyday experiences, travel, and even advertising inspire presentation design and storytelling. Jody shares her tips for simplifying slides, engaging audiences, and using AI as a creative tool. Plus the importance of tailoring content to the audience, the value of storytelling (even in “boring” business topics) and how inspiration truly is everywhere!

Highlights:

The role of inspiration in presentation design and storytelling.
The impact of travel and everyday experiences on creative processes.
The importance of understanding the audience when crafting presentations.
Techniques for simplifying and organizing presentation content.
The use of visuals and storytelling to enhance audience engagement.
The debate around slide count and its relevance to effective presentations.
The integration of humor and creativity in traditionally serious topics.
The influence of advertising and branding on presentation design.
The potential of AI in streamlining presentation creation and content organization.
The significance of creating handouts and supplementary materials for presentations.