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What does it mean?
A good sketch communicates better than a long speech.
In plain terms
Visuals explain ideas faster than words.
What can you take from it?
Show instead of just telling.

Where it applies

  • presentations
  • teaching
  • planning

Putting it to work

  • use diagrams
  • draw ideas
  • simplify messages

Questions to consider

  • When does a picture help most?
  • How can you visualize your point?

Another view

Some complex ideas still need detailed explanation.

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