Most Awkward Powerpoint Ever?
Back in the spring of ’09, I was part of the lineup for Ignite DC, an event that gives speakers 5 minutes (and 20 Powerpoint slides) to talk about any topic under the sun (Ignite started in Seattle, and is now happening in cities across the globe). For months afterward, I emailed back and forth with the organizers, trying to get a video of my talk; they apologized for having technical difficulties with my presentation, and I watched as video for almost every other talk was posted. I gave up.
Then last night, I was searching for something on Google (I can’t remember what), and I discovered that a video of my talk had been posted. Huzzah!
So, at long last, I present the video of my talk, titled “My Dog Cosmo.” Note, when I took the stage, I pretended to be very shy. “I’m very nervous,” I said, “so bear with me.” Here’s what came next:
Related Links:
- Read comments from the audience that night
- Learn more about Ignite
Pretty funny. I’ve only used PP once, but I can relate all too well.
Amanda, I LOVED this…you were great…looks like fun. (Um. For you. I don’t think I could do that….could I???…Oh! Next slide…)
Thanks Babette! And I had so much fun doing it…so much that I’m brainstorming ways to develop that character/use her in other settings…
And if you think that looks like fun, consider taking an improv class. Really. At the intro level, you’ll get a lot of people who’ve never performed before and may never perform again, who are just looking for a creative outlet, or to get more confident as a public speaker… it’s so much fun, and you’ll learn things that apply to everyday life. I highly recommend it!
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We just had a Pecha Kucha night here in Cleveland. And I must say, your presentation was AWESOME.
Say hey to Cosmo.
Chris, thanks so much! I still haven’t made it to Pecha Kucha, gotta keep my ear out for the next one in NYC.
Cosmo says hey back :)