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December 9, 2025
In this issue, we look at what it truly takes to present with clarity—without letting your cup overflow. From the practical reminder to keep content, ideas, and expectations in balance, we move to inspiration from Boris Hristov and the Present to Succeed platform, where focused messaging becomes an art form. Then we turn to understanding online tools—PowerPoint for the Web and Google Slides. Finally, we round things off with time-saving PowerPoint shortcuts that help you stay calm, confident, and efficient. Together, these ideas highlight that success comes from simplicity, intentionality, and good preparation.
Stay updated with the latest tutorials, tips, and news on PowerPoint and presentation techniques.
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December 5, 2025
Boris Hristov is the Founder of presentation agency 356labs and a PowerPoint MVP. He has presented in 25+ countries and has been rated as the top speaker numerous times. Boris has years of experience as a trainer, mentor and consultant and works with many companies to help them craft and deliver truly effective presentations. In this conversation, Boris discusses the upcoming Present to Succeed 2026 online conference, being held in-person and online in London on May 21st, 2026, and in Sofia on June 12th, 2026.
Inserting a New Slide with Copilot in PowerPoint 365 for Windows
December 5, 2025
Boris Hristov is the Founder of presentation agency 356labs and a PowerPoint MVP. He has presented in 25+ countries and has been rated as the top speaker numerous times. Boris has years of experience as a trainer, mentor and consultant and works with many companies to help them craft and deliver truly effective presentations. In this conversation, Boris discusses the upcoming Present to Succeed 2026 online conference, being held in-person and online in London on May 21st, 2026, and in Sofia on June 12th, 2026.
December 4, 2025
In the previous blog, you read about how presentations that go on too long bore audiences; but presentations that go too deep have an even worse effect: audiences forget the content. James Collins, author of the novel Beginner’s Greek, addressed the phenomenon in a New York Times Book Review essay titled The Plot Escapes Me. Mr. Collins described how much he likes to read books, but that once he finishes, “I remember nothing about the book’s actual contents…all I associate with them is an atmosphere and a stray image or two.”
Read more with Jerry Weissman.
December 2, 2025
A powerful presentation doesn’t happen by accident — it’s shaped by intention, clarity, and a touch of creative mastery. In this issue, we explore how to start your presentation with genuine impact, setting the tone before the audience even settles in. We also look at the role of misdirection — not as a distraction, but as a storytelling tool that keeps attention focused where it matters. And for those wanting to deepen their craft, our curated collection of PowerPoint books offers pathways to sharpen technique and broaden perspective. Together, these themes remind us that great presenting blends structure, surprise, and continuous learning.
Stay updated with the latest tutorials, tips, and news on PowerPoint and presentation techniques.
November 25, 2025
The opening of a presentation is your one chance to grab your audience’s attention – don’t waste it. Whether you’re pitching an idea, delivering a keynote, or giving a team update, those first few seconds set the tone for everything that follows. To help you make the most of that moment, here are 10 compelling ways to start your presentation and instantly spark curiosity. Think of these as tools in your toolbox—you won’t use them all at once, but having the right one ready can make a big difference when it counts.
Read more with Violeta Saladiene of Toastmasters International.
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