ON FORMAT BLOG

Sharing knowledge and personal insights on effective visual communication for New Zealand professional services providers

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The Curse of Knowledge: Why experts struggle to explain their work

You may be an expert with a deep understanding and specialised insights in your field, but are you able to successfully convey your expertise to non-technical audiences? Many experts stumble. Let’s explore how experts can benefit from non-experts to bridge the communication gap and reach wider audiences.

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How Visual Communication can enhance your professional presence and establish you as a thought leader

How do you make your skills and insights stand out? Visual communication holds the key. It’s not just about making things look good; it’s about conveying information in a way that resonates with your audience, fosters understanding, and leaves a lasting impression. Let’s explore how investing in the power of visual communication can propel you professionally.

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Why volunteering is important to me

It's National Volunteer Week! A week that honours the collective energies and mana of volunteers in Aotearoa. I share the positive impact volunteering has had for me.

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AI-generated images of NZ furseal

I experimented with three different AI-image generators to create an image of a New Zealand furseal/kekeno resting on a rock. Check out the results.

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Do I even need presentation slides?

A good speech can often be made even better by the strategic use of visuals. Here’s 4 reasons why well-designed slides can be a powerful tool for enhancing the effectiveness of your presentation and improving audience engagement and understanding.

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Māori macrons

Te reo Māori uses macrons above vowels. It’s important to choose a compatible font. Here are some examples of Google fonts that support macrons and can be used for your next print project.

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How Florence Nightingale chose to challenge

When you hear the name Florence Nightingale, you probably picture the ‘lady with the lamp’, an icon of nursing. But did you know, Florence Nightingale was a pioneer of data visualisations, enacting social change that saved countless lives?

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