Beyond Bullet Points: Using Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® 2007 to Create Presentations That Inform, Motivate, and Inspire - Softcover

Atkinson, Cliff

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0735623872 ISBN 13: 9780735623873

Publisher: Microsoft Press, 2007

Synopsis

Unlock the amazing story buried in your presentation—and forget boring bullet points forever! Now updated for Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007, this widely-acclaimed book includes seven new examples of compelling presentations from board room to classroom. Communications expert Cliff Atkinson guides you, step by step, through his revolutionary three-step method for increasing the impact of your presentations. You’ll discover how to combine classic storytelling techniques with the power of visual media to create a rich, engaging experience. Transform the way you create and deliver your critical message—and quickly bring your ideas to life!

FOCUS:

Learn how to distill and shape your best ideas into a crisp and compelling narrative.

CLARIFY:

Use a storyboard to illustrate 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!

CD includes:

• Cliff’s custom templates—build your story!
• Quick reference checklists for compelling presentations
• Complete eBook—plus bonus content!

For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Key Book Benefits:

Goes beyond how-to and features innovative, easy-to-apply techniques to help you clarify, visualize, and present your ideas

-Written by a leading presentation-skills consultant and popular author

-Includes information on graphic design and delivering presentations online

-Features a CD with sample PowerPoint files and graphics--plus bonus resources on a companion Web site

About the Author:

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.

About this edition

• Publisher: Microsoft Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0735623872
• ISBN 13: 9780735623873
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 368