Visual Impact: Crafting Presentations That Speak Louder

Revenue Rehab

This week our host Brandi Starr is joined by Emily Schneider, a specialist in presentation design and visual storytelling.

Meet Emily Schneider, an expert in translating complex content into engaging visuals. With nearly two decades of experience in marketing and branding, Emily knows how to tailor specific conversations to facilitate informed and impactful business decisions.

In her work with clients, Emily focuses on visual storytelling across three critical aspects: slide intention, content, and visuals. Her emphasis on balancing content and visual elements, simplifying data presentation, and using consistent design principles has helped many businesses elevate their presentations.

In this episode of Revenue Rehab, Brandi and Emily will dive deep into effective data visualization, slide design, and presentation techniques, exploring how to enhance storytelling and communication within business settings. Tune in for actionable insights and practical advice on making your presentations more impactful and engaging.

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Topic #1 The Essentials of Slide Intention [08:12] "Balancing between content and visuals is crucial to keep your audience engaged. Focus on 2-3 key takeaways so you don’t overwhelm them," Emily Schneider advises, "Remember, slides are there to support you, not take the spotlight."

Topic #2 Effective Data Visualization Techniques [18:27] "Differing data sets require unique approaches. Simplify your charts—remove unnecessary labels and keys, highlight essential numbers, and use color coding to make connections clear," Emily states. "The goal is clarity and retention; people are 65% more likely to remember visually designed information."

Topic #3 Practical Tips for Presentation Planning [32:15] "Intentionality and structure are paramount. Start early and segment your preparation into dedicated time blocks," Emily recommends. "This allows for a refined, high-quality presentation. Giving yourself about ten days can make a significant difference in the final product."

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So, What’s the One Thing You Can Do Today?

Emily’s ‘One Thing’ is to plan ahead and allocate sufficient time to prepare presentations. "Start your planning process early, even if your board dates aren’t fixed yet. Use structured and functional time blocks to draft and refine your presentation. This way, you're allowing yourself the necessary turnaround time to really hone in on integrating data and crafting your story. It’s about being intentional and making sure every element adds value to your presentation, ultimately enhancing clarity and engagement."

This aligns with the principle of “less is more,” ensuring your content is concise yet impactful. Begin this process by identifying key takeaways and crafting your slides with a clear, consistent visual style.

Buzzword Banishment:

Buzzword Banishment: Emily’s Buzzword to Banish is "Make it sexy" when referring to PowerPoint presentations. Emily wants to banish this phrase because she finds it inappropriate in a business context. She expressed, "It doesn't add any value and often leads to confusion on what is actually being asked.”

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