We have a look at ten of the most common design mistakes we see in Powerpoint decks, as well as our tricks and tips to get the most out of your presentation.

1. Overcrowded Slides

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Use bullet points in a measured way and if possible convey the same information over several slides in addition to multiple slides in order to prevent the visual clutter and accommodate larger pieces of information

Overcrowded slides can magnify noise to the audience and lead to them consuming it, instead of your main points being the focal points

2. Excessive Text

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The slides chock-full of words are seen as being tiresome, and attendees may want to be fast readers and may download the presentation instead of waiting for the speaker to finish

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3. Poorly Designed Layouts

Strive for a dynamic and consistent visual quality in all your slides

The correct use of the white space, the arrangement of the texts, and the type of font you are going to be using will define a stylish and professional presentation.

Unbalanced or messed-up designs are not only unattractive; they are also quite disorienting to the viewer who will then fail to grasp your main point.

Be experimental with design by adopting a different kind of layout like the focus of attention along the lines, which will result into great presentation.

4.Uninspiring Visuals

Mistake: Relying on bland, generic, or irrelevant visuals that fail to enhance the presentation’s impact.

Solution: Curate custom visuals, like images, drawings, and icons that are of a higher quality and that resonate with your company and message. Test out infographics, data visualizations, and animated graphics to add a fresh look to your presentations and make them look cool and dynamic.

5.Distracting Animations and Transitions

Mistake: Overusing flashy animations and transitions that can be visually overwhelming and distract the audience from the core message.

Solution: Use animations and transitions sparingly and only when they serve a clear purpose. Go for under-pressing, intentional effects that not only deliver the idea but also support its overall flow.6.

6.Lack of Consistency

Mistake: The use of varying design elements, color schemes, and formatting which not only look but also feel quite different results in a choppy and amateurish look.

Solution: Be consistent in the appearance of your presentation by establishing equal visual identity guidelines and brand standards.

7.Insufficient Rehearsal

Mistake: Preparation that was not complete which caused too much time to pass, resulted in technical malfunctions, also led to boring and not so interesting delivery.

Solution: Comprehensively practice your presentation to ensure the smooth delivery of content and correct timing. Answer audience questions beforehand and get ready for some changes.

8.Failure to Tailor to the Audience

Mistake: The participant is presenting irrelevant information, which is hard for the audience to connect to, because he does not relate the article to their special needs and interests.

Solution: Investigate your audience in advance and adjust your content and presentation technique accordingly. Be certain that your message suits their level of knowledge, industry situation, and method of communication.

9.Neglecting Accessibility

Mistake: Not putting accessible features can cause the audience to be excluded and they may not fully engage with the presentation.

Solution: Rid your presentation of barriers to learning for your audience by describing your slides and charts. This can be attained by including alt text for images, using high-contrast color schemes, and organizing your content in a clear, logical manner.

10.Overlooking Feedback and Iteration

Mistake: Not engaging the audience in the process of getting feedback and making it a continuous activity for presentation development.

Solution: Get professional opinions from your coworkers, or you can organize a focus group to get feedback. No matter what feedback you could get, be eager to take it with a positive attitude and consider it a good chance to improve the presentation quality.

11.Colours

Too few colours and your slides can seem dull. Too many colours and it can be difficult to achieve balance. However, one thing is for sure, you need to use colour.

Bright colours have been proven to be connected to the release of dopamine in the brain, making people feel happier.The total opposite is true of the highly successful Big Bang Theory, a long running TV Series which subscribes to what we refer to as Jelly Bean Theory. Bright colours have been proven to be connected to the release of dopamine in the brain, making people feel happier. Like tasty sweets, the TV Series uses the same technique to make viewers feel good as they engage.

Both techniques can be used effectively in Pitch Decks. A carefully considered colour palette of blues can be offset with an orange accent, or a very colourful (and harmonious) presentation can feel stimulating and lead to an energised audience.

By abolishing these common PowerPoint errors and putting the recommended solutions into application, you will be able to have slides that connect your listeners in a thought-provoking way, and that happen to be visual masterpieces. Thus you can be certain that your target audience not only enjoys your presentation, but also receives the information you are trying to get across