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more from "summary" of Presentation Zen by Garr Reynolds
The concept of "more" is often associated with the idea that adding more to a presentation will make it better. People tend to believe that more information, more slides, more text, more data, more graphics, more animations, more effects, and more bells and whistles will impress the audience. But this is a misconception. More is not necessarily better when it comes to presentations. In fact, more can often be a hindrance rather than a help. Adding more information to a presentation can overwhelm the audience and dilute the main message. Too much text on slides can make it difficult for people to read and comprehend the information. More data and graphs can confuse rather than clarify the key points. More effects and animations can distract rather than enhance the presentation. Instead of adding more, presenters should focus on simplifying their message and delivering it in a clear and concise manner. Simplicity is key to effective communication. By simplifying the content of a presentation, presenters can make it easier for the audience to understand and remember the key points. Clarity is also important. Presenters shou...
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