Visual Communication Workshop in Malta: The Key to Persuasive Presentations
/On 24 November 2024, I had the privilege of delivering a workshop at the annual IATEFL BESIG (Business English Special Interest Group) conference. This three-day event brought together educators, academics, and publishers from across the globe, including some who travelled as far as Argentina!
Hosted on the stunning island of Malta, the conference provided a sunny escape from my snowy departure back home (complete with a 4.5-hour tarmac delay—thank you, winter).
🌟 Workshop Highlights: Making Visual Presentations That Work
During my session, inspired by my Think Visually: Slide Design course, we explored five practical tips for crafting impactful slides. We focused on designing engaging visual presentations that captivate audiences and amplify key messages.
Why is this so important?
Because visual communication can be the bridge between what you say and how your audience absorbs it. Great visuals make your message clear, compelling, and unforgettable—whether you're a teacher, entrepreneur or corporate leader.
Key themes we covered included:
How to make slides look good while keeping them simple and effective.
Smart slide layout ideas to guide audience focus.
Balancing visuals and text to ensure clarity and engagement.
Participants left the session feeling inspired and equipped to elevate their presentations—whether for students, colleagues, or clients.
The Power of Visual Communication
This workshop reinforced something I see time and time again as a communication coach: Visuals matter.
Slides that are cluttered, text-heavy, or poorly designed can derail even the best speakers. On the other hand, well-designed visuals make your message memorable and strengthen your overall impact.
As a coach, my mission is to help professionals and teams transform their presentations. Through public speaking workshops and persuasive presentation programmes, I guide clients to:
Simplify complex ideas with visuals.
Create slides that enhance, not distract from, their message.
Deliver with clarity and confidence, whether online or on stage.
Are Your Slides Pulling Their Weight?
Take a moment to reflect: Are your slides working hard to engage your audience, or are they holding you back? If your visuals don’t support your message effectively, they could be costing you opportunities to connect and persuade.
Helping professionals shine on the global stage starts with strong visual communication. If you’re ready to elevate your presentations—or want to equip your team with these skills—let’s talk!
Explore my public speaking workshops, learn about my coaching services, or dive into my Think Visually course.
Let’s make your next presentation unforgettable—one slide at a time. 🌟