Delivery & Rehearsal
This is a conversation, not a script reading. It's a dance with a robot partner.
The 45-Word Rule
You speak at roughly 135 words per minute. This means you have a "budget" for only ~45 words per slide.
The Math:
*Tip: Aim for 25-35 words in your notes to allow for pauses and breathing.
Interactive Practice Timer
Use this tool to simulate the auto-advance. It beeps every 20 seconds so you can practice your flow without looking at the clock.
Practice Timer
*Timer beeps at 0s to signal slide change.
Rehearse Like a Dance
Auto-Advance
Always rehearse with auto-advance ON. You cannot pause the slides, so you must learn to flow with them.
Finish Early
It's better to finish a slide 2 seconds early and breathe than to be cut off mid-sentence. Silence is powerful.
No Script
Don't memorize word-for-word. Know your key points so you can adapt if you fall behind or get ahead.
Technical Setup Checklist
Create 20 Slides
Ensure you have exactly 20 slides in your deck.
Set Transitions
Go to Transitions tab → Uncheck "On Mouse Click" → Check "After" and set to 20.00 seconds.
Apply to All
Click "Apply to All" to ensure every slide has the same timing.
Test Run
Run the slideshow once without speaking to verify timing.
Need Inspiration?
Watch examples of great Pecha Kucha presentations.