Powerpoint Magic according to Seth Godin

According to Seth Godin's "Nine Steps to Powerpoint Magic" here are a few ways to give a successful presentation.

1.) Only use powerpoint if necessary. While some powerpoint presentations are helpful, others can be distracting. Godin's advice: "Do it in your own words, without artifice and with clarity."

2.) Powerpoint presentations are visual aids, they are not meant to be read. So use as few words as possible. Never more than three words per bullet.

3.) Don't give presentations for small ideas. According to Godin, that's what memos are for, so always make sure, "you brought your big idea with you."

4.) To give a bit of edge to your presentation, get your own font. You can visit Smashing Magazine and buy your own font.

5.) Tell the truth. This concept goes far beyond the given idea of not telling a lie, instead it urges presenters to NOT HIDE anything.

6.) Be as brief as possible. If your presentation can be 20 minutes don't prolong it for an hour. After all today's television broadcasts have conditioned us to have very short attention spans.

7.) Captivate your audience. "Your actions should demand their attention." Ensure that your presentation is all that it can be.

8.) Get a remote because it allows you to maintain eye contact and interact with your audience.

9.) If you're presenting to a large group of people, get a microphone. It may increase the cost of a presentation but it heightens the impact of your presentation and improves your posture. In Seth Godin's words, "If 400 people are willing to spend an hour listening to you, someone ought to be willing to spend a few dollars to make the presentation work properly."