72. Alternatives to PowerPoint Part 2 - The Physical and Non-Electronic Options
Sep 8, 2020
Dive into the world beyond slides with creative presentation techniques! Discover the charms of whiteboards and flip charts for engaging interaction. Learn how handouts and props can enhance your message while keeping the audience involved. The hosts share the art of presenting without visuals—boosting connection through energy and movement. Plus, hear tips on timing handouts for maximum impact! This lively discussion is filled with insights to refresh your presentation style and captivate your audience like never before.
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Power of Visuals in Presentations
Visual elements significantly boost audience retention, increasing it to 80% from just 30% with audio alone.
Using visuals distinct from the norm of slide software can make presentations memorable and engaging.
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Effective Whiteboard Use Tips
Use whiteboards in small rooms for customized, interactive visuals but keep writing large and legible.
Always face your audience, avoid speaking to the board to maintain engagement and clarity.
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Flip Chart Presentation Advice
Prepare flip charts partially or fully for neat visuals or use them spontaneously for flexibility.
Keep content large, legible, and consider transport logistics; they're great for interactive or group scenarios.
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Grab a notepad for episode seventy-two of The Presentation Boss Podcast! To follow on from our last discussion episode, where we discussed the software options for slide design and presentation, this week Kate and Thomas talk about the non-electronic and physical alternatives to slides. We know there is a lot of tiredness around slide use (especially poor slide use) so here we cover the five best non-slide visuals available to you!
Kate and Thomas discuss these five options, their perks, their drawbacks and of course, which they each recommend! Most of these should be available to you without too much drama, but we make sure we share what we know in case there's options or ways of using them that you didn't know about before!
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The Options We Discuss:
• Whiteboards; flexible and simple
• Flipcharts; can be prepared or spontaneous
• Handouts; require preparation, but handy for the audience
• Props; physical and tactile
• Nothing at all; the simplest option!
Some TED Talks That Use Props Well:
• Cardboard boxes: Hans Rosling | Religions and babies
• Paper towels: Joe Smith | How to use a paper towel
• Mosquitos: Bill Gates | Mosquitos, malaria and education
• A drone: Markus Fischer | A robot that flies like a bird
• A human brain: Jill Bolte Taylor | My stroke of insight
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