by Cliff Atkinson (Author)
Unload those boring, bullet-riddled slides-and unlock the amazing story buried in your presentation! In BEYOND BULLET POINTS, communications expert Cliff Atkinson shares his innovative three-step system for increasing the impact of your communications with Microsoft PowerPoint. He guides you, step by step, as you discover how to combine the tenets of classic storytelling with the power of the projected media to create a rich, engaging experience. He walks you through his easy-to-use templates, plus 50 advanced tips, to help build your confidence and effectiveness-and quickly bring your ideas to life! * FOCUS: Learn how to distill your best ideas into a crisp and compelling narrative. * CLARIFY: Use a storyboard to clarify and visualize your ideas, creating the right blend of message and media. * ENGAGE:Move from merely reading your slides to creating a rich, connected experience with your audience-and increase your impact! * Inside!: See sample storyboards for a variety of presentation types-including investment, sales, educational, and training.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: 1
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Published: 01 Feb 2005
ISBN 10: 0735620520
ISBN 13: 9780735620520
Critically praised author and presentation expert Cliff Atkinson is revolutionizing the way people use Microsoft PowerPoint to communicate. He is a popular keynote speaker and consultant-teaching his innovative three-step method to Fortune 500 companies, law firms, government agencies, and business schools.