Presentations: The "10 - 40" Rule and 1st Impressions

Use the "10-40 Rule" to Improve Your Presentations (Business Week) - The first 10 slides of your presentation should contain no more than 40 words, says communications coach Carmine Gallo. Cutting the excess will help you stand out Effective Communication Begins with a First Impression (Harvard Business) Using Shadow Effects in PowerPoint 2007 (PowerPoint Ninja) What is Logos and Why is it Critical for Speakers? (Six Minutes Blog)