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complicated from "summary" of Presentation Zen by Garr Reynolds
The concept of "complicated" is something we encounter all too often in our lives. We see it in our work, in our relationships, and in the world around us. Complicated things are messy, convoluted, and difficult to understand. They are filled with unnecessary details and complexities that make it hard for us to make sense of them. Simplicity is the key to avoiding complications. By stripping away the extraneous and focusing on the essential, we can make our ideas clearer and more easily understood. This doesn't mean dumbing things down or oversimplifying complex issues. It means distilling our message to its core, so that it can be easily grasped by our audience. Clarity and coherence go hand in hand with simplicity. When our ideas are clear and logically organized, they are more likely to resonate with our listeners. We should strive to present our ideas in a way that flows naturally from one point to the next, with each building on the last. This logical sequencing helps to guide our audience through our presentation, making it easier for them to follow along and understand our message. Transition words and phrases are essential for maintaining this coherence. They help to connect our ideas and guide our audience through our presentation smoothly. By using words l...
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