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VisualStory®

Write persuasive presentation content using story principles and then bring those ideas to life visually with design thinking.

Course overview

Overview
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Agenda
  • Analyze your audience before you’ve written a word
  • Discover the story structure used by history’s greatest communicators
  • Identify characteristics of great slides
  • Start thinking like a designer

For those who have tried to build compelling presentations, you know it’s not an easy feat. Maybe your mind goes blank when you sit down to generate ideas. Or maybe you struggle to organize fragmented thoughts into a cohesive message. Either way, you’re tired of seeing your presentations fall flat. So, if you want to get better at persuasive visual communication, where do you start?

The most persuasive presentations in the world today combine story with visual design. VisualStory® gives you the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of both narrative and visuals in a consolidated format. This interactive workshop is built on the principles in Nancy Duarte’s best-selling books, Slide:ology and Resonate.

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$990

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What people are saying

“If you are in sales, data analytics, training, basically in any role communicating to others, this workshop is a must to level up your skills.”

VisualStory® learner

“This session is a must have for any individual, group, or business that is looking to transform their presentation effectiveness. The content is relevant, timely, and impactful.”

Harmon S., Field Agent Sales Manager | VisualStory® learner

“The training on shaping presentations was beyond helpful. In a simple manner all important topics were covered and techniques for storyshaping and building impactful presentations were offered and trained at the same time. The materials and insights are a great basis to get every presentation started in a confident way.”

Sarah K., Visual Designer | VisualStory® learner

“To anyone who may be on the fence as to the value of a virtual classroom training on presentations, this class will definitely surpass your expectations and leave you empowered to deliver more effective and value added presentations.”

Wayne G., Senior Manager | VisualStory® learner

“Great training, exceeded my expectations and as a visual designer being experienced in presentation and presenting, I learned much to even improve what I thought I did quite well till now. Thanks much for this!”

Visual Designer | VisualStory® learner

“This was by far one of the best training classes I have had… It was so relevant. The bulk of my job is literally creating presentations and communicating information. This training provided me with an excellent framework for thinking different.”

VisualStory® learner

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