The Presentation Boss Podcast

In this discussion, Kenneth Lacovara, a renowned paleontologist and discoverer of the Dreadnoughtus dinosaur, shares insights from his TED Talk. He delves into the thrilling methods of fossil hunting and the critical role of geology in revealing Earth's history. The hosts emphasize effective presentation techniques, including engaging visuals and thought-provoking questions. They explore the connection between dinosaur extinction and modern environmental responsibilities, ultimately reflecting on humanity's place in the universe.

Grab a friend for episode sixty-nine of The Presentation Boss Podcast! We know there is a lot of tiredness around poor slide use. Unfortunately use of presentation software it is not taught as standard on any scale. And with PowerPoint being the ubiquitous term, there is always someone, somewhere thinking about how to avoid 'Death by PowerPoint'. And often, the answer can be to move to another app, program or software to help ease that pain. At Presentation Boss, we see five big players in the presentation software world. These five hold either a big market share, or are often cited as good alternatives to the usual PowerPoint. In this episode we discuss the options, our experience with them, their features/benefits and where they each fall down. Plus, at the end Thomas outlines exactly which products he recommends and why. Spoiler alert: we point towards planning and designing above software choice! But, there are options, some are better at some things, so let's talk about that! And next week, we'll discuss all the non-electronic alternatives to slides! The Options We Discuss: • Prezi • Apple Keynote • Google Slides • Canva Presentations • Microsoft PowerPoint Our Ratings for Each Software/App: • Prezi: Ease of use, low. Features/flexibility, medium. Looks good, high. • Keynote: Ease of use, high (for Mac users). Features/flexibility, high. Looks good, medium. • Google Slides: Ease of use, medium. Features/flexibility, medium. Looks good, medium. • Canva: Ease of use, high. Features/flexibility, medium. Looks good, high. • PowerPoint: Ease of use, high. Features/flexibility, high. Looks good, high Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au • The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast • Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris • Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft • Presentation Boss on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presentationboss • Presentation Boss on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/presentation-boss

Colin Kinner, founder and CEO of Startup Onramp, shares his expertise in persuasive pitches and entrepreneurship. He emphasizes that everyone is always pitching ideas, whether in sales or personal life. The conversation uncovers how neuroscience affects audience perception and offers techniques for crafting engaging presentations. Colin discusses the importance of clarity and preparation, plus cultural nuances in communication. His insights are a treasure trove for anyone looking to master the art of persuasion in their pitches.

Join industry luminaries Troy Chollar, Sandra Johnson, and Nolan Haims as they delve into the intricacies of presentation design. Troy shares insights from his extensive experience since 1999, while Sandra highlights her role in the Presentation Guild. Nolan discusses the shift to online training. The trio explores the challenges of balancing podcasting with professional life and parenting, and they tackle technical topics like effective tools for presentations. Add some humor and real-world anecdotes, and you've got a delightful conversation on elevating communications!

Discover how prolonged sitting poses serious health risks, equated to smoking, and why personal stories can make statistics resonate. Explore the idea of walking meetings as a dynamic alternative to traditional discussions, enhancing creativity and well-being. The hosts critique Nilofer Merchant's impactful presentation style, emphasizing the importance of engaging openings and audience awareness. Find out how to balance brevity with clarity to genuinely communicate big ideas, turning a short talk into a powerful conversation starter.

Discover how to turn so-called boring topics into engaging presentations. The hosts share five key strategies to captivate any audience, including the power of storytelling. Learn how to simplify complex information and use humor to make your point memorable. They emphasize the importance of knowing your audience and framing content positively. With practical tips and examples, you’ll be inspired to bring personality into your presentations and ensure your audience cares about what you have to say.

Hello there, it's episode sixty-four of The Presentation Boss Podcast. Way back when Thomas started listening to podcasts about presentations, he came across one called 'The Presentation Podcast' (Yes, the similarity of the name is noted). It has since become his most listened to podcast. Nolan Haims is one of the co-hosts of that show and is a master in presentations, data-visualisation and PowerPoint design. More recently, Kate has jumped on board the Nolan Haims fan-train and were both excited to have a conversation with him about this topic. There's a load of valuable conversation about charts and graphs use, where design fits into presentation preparation, and how you can start to move from average data presentation towards something better for communication. About Our Guest With more than 20 years of experience in the field of visual communications, Nolan Haims helps individuals and organisations tell better stories with fewer words. He has created thousands of presentations including keynote addresses for Fortune 500 CEOs, TED Talks and multi-million dollar winning agency pitches. In a past life, Nolan was an award-winning magician and juggler and performed with the Moscow Circus and Vermont's Circus Smirkus before turning to theatre. He directed and wrote professionally, creating stories on stages in New York and around the USA for a decade. As Vice President and Director of Presentation for Edelman, the world's largest PR firm, he founded and ran a department dedicated to raising the agency's bar on visual communication. He runs his own visual communications consultancy in Montclair, New Jersey. Nolan trains organisations to think visually, speaks at national conferences, writes about visual storytelling at PresentYourStory.com, and is a co-host of The Presentation Podcast. As one of only 35 Microsoft PowerPoint MVPs in the world, he regularly advises the PowerPoint development team. What You'll Learn • What the difference is between using different graphing software to present your data • How using PowerPoint is exactly the same as using Prezi, Keynote, Google Slides or Canva • Why you should create graphs with quick comprehension in mind • How you can move your team/organisation from how they currently present data, to an objectively better way • How to build better data presentations • The debate around pie charts vs. bar charts • If you're just getting started, how you can begin to create better designed slides • Loads more - seriously, you have to just listen in! Mentioned In The Show • The podcast that Nolan co-hosts (and Thomas loves): The Presentation Podcast • Nolan Haims' blog: PresentYourStory.com • Nolan Haims' corporate website: NolanHaimsCreative.com • Edward Tufte's books Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au • The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/ • Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris/ • Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft/ • Presentation Boss on facebook:

Dive into the art of communication as the hosts break down a TED Talk that transforms complex scientific concepts into relatable language. Learn how to start with storytelling and connect with a broad audience. Discover the importance of pacing and strategic pauses for clarity. Explore effective use of visual aids to enhance presentations. Plus, get tips on simplifying language for technical topics, making them accessible and engaging for all. It's a masterclass in making nerdy ideas shine!

Dive into the fascinating relationship between confidence and authenticity in public speaking! Discover how true confidence is built through practice, rather than being an innate quality. Embrace vulnerability and combat the fear of judgment that often holds beginners back. Learn what authenticity really means and how it shapes your communication style. The hosts tackle common misconceptions and encourage self-reflection to help you grow as a speaker. Get ready to transform your approach and inspire others!

Get in, it's episode sixty-one of The Presentation Boss Podcast. We're joined today by another speaking genius from our big wish-list of experts we're excited to have on the show. Today it's Tamsen Webster of TEDx and The Red Thread fame. Kate has been following her work for years, and Thomas almost as long (you'll have to listen to the episode to hear the story). In this conversation, she talks deeply about refining your message, what goes into making a great talk (TED or otherwise) and the power of introverts when giving presentations. We even have a great discussion about why 5-minute talks are often better than far longer. Tamsen's comments are well articulated, succinct and packed with value. This is a big 49 minutes! About Our Guest As a professional 'Idea Whisperer', Tamsen helps people find, build, and tell the stories of their ideas. She combined 20 years in brand and message strategy with four years as a TEDx Executive Producer to create The Red Thread®, a simple way to change how people see.. and what they do as a result. (Though as she'll tell you, everything she knows about people, speaking, and change, she learned at Weight Watchers.) Today, Tamsen is a globe-hopping keynote speaker who consults with enterprise companies like Verizon, Johnson & Johnson, and State Street Bank on how to get their big ideas to have the impact they deserve. What You'll Learn • How you can think of the difference between a big idea and a key message in a presentation • The three connections that are the secret to successful presentation messaging • What makes the difference between an average talk and a great talk • The two levels a presentation must succeed on in order to drive change • Some of the lessons we can learn from the shortest TED Talks • How introversion positively affects presentations skills as a speaker Mentioned In The Show • Everything Tamsen is on her website: TamsenWebster.com • Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au • The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/ • Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris/ • Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft/ • Presentation Boss on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presentationboss/ • Presentation Boss on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/presentation-boss Quotes from the Show • "You already have the resources you need to be successful; some folks just have to figure out what those are" • "So much of what people are looking for in delivery can be solved with content"