E235, Avoiding PowerPoint Disasters: 25 Things NOT To Do
Show Notes – Episode #235
Drawing from years of experience, this episode has 25 things NOT to do in PowerPoint. Design things, template setup things, presenting things. This is literally decades of experience – and frustration – as Troy, Nolan and Sandy break down 25 common PowerPoint pitfalls with their top tips, expert recommendations and actionable advice to help everyone avoid these all-too-common PowerPoint mistakes.
Highlights of a few of the 25 things not to do:
- Avoid Overusing Click Builds: Too many clicks can disrupt the flow. Keep it smooth and cohesive.
- Consistent Transitions: Stick to subtle transitions like a quick 0.5-second fade.
- Image Placement: Ensure images are properly aligned to avoid distracting lines on large screens.
- Video Embedding: Avoid linking to online videos; embed them directly for reliability.
- Proper Image Formats: Use SVG or PNG for logos and icons to maintain quality.
- Editable Charts: Keep charts editable for easy updates and consistency.
- Accessibility Tips: Balance good design with accessibility needs; AI tools are improving this process.
- Avoid Copy-Pasting Slides Blindly: Copy content into placeholders bit by bit for better results.
- Font Choices: Stick to cross-platform fonts to avoid distribution headaches.
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