Listen "Episode 12: Rethinking Presentations"
Episode Synopsis
Tired of bullet-point overload and slide decks that send your audience to sleep?In this episode, we flip the focus from listener to leader and rethink how we design and deliver presentations. Whether you’re leading a meeting, teaching a class, or pitching an idea, your slides shouldn’t be your script. They should be your support act.We’ll explore:Why reading from slides leads to disengagementHow to reduce cognitive overload, especially for neurodivergent mindsThe science behind what makes visuals more effectiveA practical 5-step framework to design presentations that land with every brain in the roomExpert insights from Duarte, Reynolds, and more💡 Clear slides = clear minds. 🎯 One idea per slide. 🎨 Visual metaphors that stick. 🧠 Design for every brain in the room.🔗 Show Notes & References:Broca & Wernicke Effect: Why talking over your slides disrupts processingDual Coding Theory – Allan Paivio: Pairing visuals and language for better recallPicture Superiority Effect: Why we remember images better than wordsCognitive Load Theory – John Sweller: Reducing overload to increase learningSlide:ology by Nancy DuartePresentation Zen by Garr ReynoldsWe all need a rethink once in a while, so why not start today?
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