Yes, PowerPoint is the de facto standard when it comes to business meeting presentations. And yes, when done right, it can be a powerful, compelling addition to a presentation. And yes, it can help non-professionals organize and keep their place in a presentation while still not overloading the audience with “too much information.”
And yes, I coach all sorts of speakers on how best to use PowerPoint.
But sometimes you just don’t need it.
There should be a time in the development of every presentation when you should ask yourself, “Can I do this part without visuals? Can I just stand and deliver? Maybe, I can do the whole presentation that way.” It can be a little scary, you might even feel a little naked at first, but it can also be the most direct way to your audience’s hearts, minds and wallets. Give it a try.
Ask the question.
