1. I will construct all my speeches to focus on one main point, removing all information that doesn’t support that central point.
2. I will streamline, condense, and eliminate most of the data from my presentations, replacing numbers with stories and anecdotes to illustrate my idea.
3. I will cut down on the number of slides I use in my presentations, averaging about 1 slide for every 3 minutes of talk – or fewer.
4. I will eliminate the agenda slide from any talk less than 100 minutes long.
5. I will never, ever use clip art again in my slides. Instead, I will use high-quality photographs and images to illuminate my talk.
6. I will deliver my presentations with energy and enthusiasm, but I will keep my feet under control and not wander randomly around the stage.
7. I will adhere strictly to my allotted time and end before it has run out.
I know, we should have resolutions done by now, but this list could get appended to a Toastmaster's promise.