: At that party, he met Akiko, who was dressed in Chanel while everyone else wore storm-gear.
: Clearly state what the audience is about to learn or experience. Slide #0
: In 1985, a hurricane named Gloria forced a young man named Ken to seek shelter at a party in New York. : At that party, he met Akiko, who
: Use a high-quality visual that matches the emotional tone of your story (e.g., the Gloria Vineyard for a story about nature and resilience). : Use a high-quality visual that matches the
"Slide #0" typically refers to the very first slide of a presentation, often serving as the or the "cover" that sets the stage for the rest of the story.
In the context of for presentations, "Slide #0" isn't just a placeholder; it’s the hook. For example, a presentation on the Freeman Winery tells a story that begins with a literal "perfect storm":
: Introduce the "characters" or the problem you are trying to solve immediately.