{"product_id":"storytelling-in-presentations-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Storytelling in Presentations for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSheryl Lindsell-Roberts\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn to influence audiences with storyopia: Stories that take them on a journey from what is to what could be: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStorytelling in Presentations For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eshows you how to develop and deliver a presentation through storytelling, keeping audience interested, and most importantly, making them heroes that take action towards change. You'll learn how to cull stories from your own experiences, and before you know it, you'll have more stories than Aesop has fables. You'll learn about the latest presentation software, so you can integrate visuals into your presentations and avoid the dreaded \"Death by PowerPoint.\" You'll also learn how to deal with challenging on-the-spot situations, deliver investor pitches and executive briefs, and present a paper at a conference. Additionally, find out how to deliver someone else's content and make it your own. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book will help you level up anywhere you need to present information by mastering the art of savvy presentations--the most effective business communications tools of our time. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify experiences that can be molded into stories that drive change. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare powerful openings to hook your audience right away whether delivering in person, online, or hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHave your audience get the most from your presentation with an effective call to action\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare a storyboard, which is like a frame-by-frame roadmap, that will mesh together what you'll show and what you'll tell\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeverage software like Canva, Prezi, and Storyboarder to tie your presentation together\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoy the colorful 8-page mini-booklet, \"Storytelling to Storyboarding\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dummies guide is perfect for any professional who needs to present, and at some time all professionals do. It's also for entrepreneurs who want to build community and grow their business, in addition to students who want to wow teachers and classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInfuse your presentations with the wow factor\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you recall the last few presentations you attended, you'll probably agree that there must be a better way. \u003ci\u003eStorytelling in Presentations For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e shows you that way. People don't like to listen to presenters reading their slides. They like to listen to stories. In this book, you'll learn to cultivate stories from your own or others' experiences to create memorable presentations. Get people engaged, take them on a storyopia journey, and motivate them to take action--all without the need for a huge slide deck--thanks to this enlightening Dummies guide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside... \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStoryboarding presentations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsing visuals more effectively\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjusting for virtual delivery\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnswering difficult questions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e8-page color insert to inspire and motivate your planning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGetting to know your audience beforehand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheryl Lindsell-Roberts MA\u003c\/b\u003e leads writing seminars across the country, including the popular workshop \"Stories and Storyboarding: Building Blocks to Influential Presentations.\" Roberts is also the author of over 25 books and is often quoted in national news outlets and magazines. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eTechnical Writing For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.64 x 9.21 x 7.42 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 26, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51764600045856,"sku":"9781394201006","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/805d19bb17ad44d172d40a0a9a2fb346.webp?v=1780253215","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/storytelling-in-presentations-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}