Presentation Book Reviews
100s of authors write about presentations, PowerPoint, and visual communications – yet many of these books are based on unsound assumptions, are self-contradictory, or give poor advice. Without a clear theory of presentations and PowerPoint – authors can and do just say what they want. Readers are left to fend for themselves. These reviews of major books on PowerPoint, presentations, and visual communications help readers to decide what to read, and evaluate many of the major insights offered.
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The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs
17th November - Carmine Gallo’s guide talks us through the former Apple CEO’s distinctive presentation style. But is it possible to capture his passion and flair? Presentation Book Reviews
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Moonwalking with Einstein
13th October - Moonwalking with Einstein by Joshua Foer is an exciting account of the author’s experience with memory training in preparation for the US Memory Championships.Presentation Book Reviews
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resonate
18th July - Nancy Duarte’s resonate follows on from her success with slide:ology. How does her storytelling approach lend itself to presentations?Presentation Book Reviews
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Thinking Visually
15th February - Thinking Visually by Malcolm Craig sets out diagramming techniques in a theoretical way. How useful are these ideas for producing presentations?Presentation Book Reviews
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Switch
20th October - Although Switch by Chip and Dan Heath is most typically focused on self-improvement or organisational change, the lessons can be adapted for use in sales presentations.Presentation Book Reviews
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How to Win a Pitch
12th October - How to Win a Pitch by Joey Asher urges presenters to focus on the fundamentals. Your competitors will also have lists of credentials. So how do you stand out?Presentation Book Reviews
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Beyond Bullet Points
18th May - Cliff Atkinson’s Beyond Bullet Points urges presenters to use a set structure to demonstrate the solution to a problem, without using bullet points. But do full-screen stock images really aid an argument?Presentation Book Reviews
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slide:ology
24th July - This review finds Nancy Duarte’s slide:ology is a treasure trove of design know-how, but hard-headed slidemongers seeking solid best-practice may lose their way. Presentation Book Reviews
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Brilliant Presentation
8th May - Richard Hall’s book Brilliant Presentations contains some great material, but one comes away with a feeling of having read much and gained little.Presentation Book Reviews
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