These are the articles written by Claudyne Wilder and Jennifer Rotondo from their "Before and After Column" in Presentations Magazine. This is the only industry magazine devoted exclusively to discussing Technology and Techniques for Effective Communication.

2001

• December - Design slides that prompt audience interaction
• October - A distinctive scheme results in a clear and consice image
• August - Removing clutter makes slides clean and effective
• January - For more flexibility, try illustrating key concepts

2000

• November - Organize data into logical chunks to prevent wordiness
• September - Use subdued backgrounds to create easy-to-read slides
• August - Message-focused images can be very persuasive
• May - Incorporate some humor when the subject allows it
• April - A consistent theme helps create a clearer message
• March - Don’t just share the services; share the benefits as well
• February - Make an already successful presentation even better
• January - Creating a presentation to match an updated message

1999

• December - Customizing a background to fit your client’s image
• November - Two different backgrounds try to have all the answers
• October - Vary slide backgrounds to add flexibility and function
• September - For added flexibility, build around a common theme
• August - Use theme-oriented design to avoid the dreaded ‘data dump’
• July - Creating a visual story can punch up even the driest text
• June - These environmental issues demanded concise treatment
• April - A compelling story beats a mountain of facts every time
• March - Top-drawer slideshow fits the bill for top-dollar trainer
• February - Drug awareness presentation wakes them up with style
• January - Reader’s suggestion makes numbers more meaningful

1998

• December - Computer slides, easy-to-print overheads really can coexist
• November - For a more professional look, choose better colors and fonts
• October - Reduce clutter and verbiage to simplify your slideshows
• September - Simplify and organize your information for better slides
• August - Your graphics should tell the story behind the numbers
• July - Dynamic builds are the secret key to effective charts
• June - Chart a clear course for better financial graphics
• May - Builds and pictures make fund raising come alive
• April - To increase understanding, highlight the important stuff
• March - Punch up your financial data with creative charts,builds
• February - Sell your ideas with a savvy use of graphics and words
• January - Improve your existing visuals without spending a fortune