PowerPoint and Presenting Stuff

More than Pretty: Composition that Impacts Meaning

By Carmen Simon

Just like in photography or painting, composition in slide design is key to making content engaging, clear, and memorable. Composition is the spatial relationship between all the elements on a slide. Whether it’s text, images, colors, or font choices, the way elements are arranged determines their look, feel, and meaning. Here is a real-world example where composition helped transform a presentation meant to convince a committee of the merits of rebuilding a hospital cafeteria.

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Tagged as: Carmen Simon, Design, Guest Post, Makeover

Interactive Presentations Make You Smarter

By AlexAnndra Ontra

Kudos to Microsoft for finally adding an interactive feature to PowerPoint through the Zoom feature. Zoom lets presenters jump around their presentation, rather than lock them into a rigid, linear slide show. Prezi has built quite a following with their interactive presentations. And Shufflrr’s broadcast mode allows presenters to present content from all over their slide library, not just from PowerPoint. I’ve been a big proponent of “Going Interactive” for years. Here’s why.

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Tagged as: AlexAnndra Ontra, PowerPoint, Prezi, Shufflrr, Transitions, Zoom

PowerPoint and Presenting News: June 17, 2025

The Indezine PowerPoint and Presenting News newsletter for June 17, 2025, offers a curated selection of resources and insights for presentation professionals and enthusiasts. Here’s an overview of the featured content:

1. PowerPoint News & Tips – Discover recent updates and practical features in PowerPoint that can streamline your slide creation and enhance visual impact. We also explore why presentation design has become a time-consuming distraction, highlighting common pitfalls and offering insights to help streamline your workflow.
2. Tutorials & How‑Tos – Step-by-step walkthroughs on inventive design techniques, effective use of PowerPoint tools, or efficiency hacks that empower both casual users and seasoned pros. This time, we explore Reading View in PowerPoint 365 for Mac.
3. Expert Interview A feature conversation with a seasoned presentation coach or thought leader, offering actionable insights and storytelling strategies to captivate audiences. We connect with Stephy Hogan, who talks about her S.C.H.I.T. Deck that helps you create accessible presentations.
4. Better Skills Discover how David Letterman’s Top Ten format can add structure and impact to your business presentations.
5. Quote of the Week A carefully chosen quote from When I Started Storytelling, by Margot Leitman.
6. Template Showcase Explore and download fresh PowerPoint templates—designed for modern layouts and aesthetic appeal—to elevate your slide decks.

For more details and to access these resources, visit the full newsletter.

Stay updated with the latest tutorials, tips, and news on PowerPoint and presentation techniques.

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Tagged as: Ezine, Indezine, News, PowerPoint

S.C.H.I.T. Deck: Conversation with Stephy Hogan

    Stephy Hogan is a designer, speaker, and accessibility advocate who turns frustrating digital experiences into inclusive, user-centered solutions. With 20+ years of experience and a background in both chemistry and design, she blends creativity with empathy to craft accessible, impactful presentations and digital products. Founder of the Presentation Guild, she’s known for making PowerPoint powerful, fun, and inclusive—and for championing design that truly works for everyone.

In this conversation, Stephy discusses her recently launched S.C.H.I.T. Deck.

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Tagged as: Accessibility, Interviews, Stephy Hogan

David Letterman’s Top Ten

By Jerry Weissman

On Sunday, December 2, 2012, President Obama awarded David Letterman, along with several other artists, among them Dustin Hoffman, the Kennedy Center Honors for influencing American culture through the arts.

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Tagged as: Guest Post, Jerry Weissman, Presentation Ideas, Techniques