Your Career Journey
Welcome to ‘Your Career Journey,’ the podcast designed to be your compass through the twists and turns of career development.
Whether you're a seasoned professional navigating a career transition, climbing the corporate ladder, looking to return to work after some time away, or just taking your first steps, this show is for you.
Each episode dives into real stories from people who have made their mark. We cover career challenges, triumphs, and everything in between, offering practical insights, inspiration and giving you valuable takeaways for your journey.
Expect candid conversations with industry experts and thought leaders who've embraced the highs, weathered the lows and emerged with wisdom worth sharing.
Join me and let’s explore the multifaceted landscapes of career development, learning, and growth together.
Your Career Journey
Avoiding Death by PowerPoint: Secrets to Captivating Any Audience with Kris Flegg
If you’re tired of boring slides and disengaged listeners, it’s time to win the war for attention and avoid death by PowerPoint.
In this powerful episode of Your Career Journey, career coach Emma Graham sits down with Kris Flegg, founder of The Presentation Design Co and author of The Presentation Playbook, to share proven strategies for winning the war for attention in any room.
In this conversation, she uncovers Kris’s Power Principles, a proven framework for Avoiding Death by PowerPoint by designing presentations with purpose, understanding your audience, and delivering with confidence.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✨ The art of Avoiding Death by PowerPoint and engaging every audience
✨ Why understanding your audience changes everything
✨ Storytelling strategies that keep attention locked in
✨ How to design slides that support your message (not distract from it)
✨ Overcoming presentation nerves and handling tough feedback
✨ The mindset shifts that make presentations career accelerators
Whether you’re pitching to clients, presenting to your team, or speaking on stage, these tips will ensure you win the war for attention and avoid death by PowerPoint. All while making an unforgettable impression.
To connect with Kris:
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-flegg/
🌍 Website: https://www.presentationdesign.co/
📚 https://www.presentationdesign.co/store/p/the-presentation-playbook
The first ten people to order Kris's book and use code YOURCAREER will get their book for free 😄
Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:
💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint
🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/
🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide
📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call
