how-to-speak

Review presentation decks using Patrick Winston's communication principles.

Updated Jun 24, 2026

Search Tags:#storytelling #presentation #slide design #public speaking #persuasion #deck review

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npx skills add https://github.com/rmarquis/agents-plugins --skill how-to-speak

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Skill: how-to-speak
Source: https://github.com/rmarquis/agents-plugins/tree/main/how_to_speak
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rmarquis/agents-plugins --skill how-to-speak

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps speakers and presenters avoid ineffective slide design by applying proven communication principles that make ideas clearer, more memorable, and more persuasive.

Core Features & Use Cases

Presentation Structure Guidance: Applies empowerment promises, cycling, fences, verbal punctuation, and storytelling techniques to improve deck organization.
Slide Quality Review: Evaluates slide discipline, visual clarity, speaker notes, and memorable messaging patterns based on Patrick Winston's How to Speak principles.
Use Case: Transform a dense technical presentation into a focused talk with a clear promise, stronger narrative flow, and a contributions-based ending.

Quick Start

Use the how-to-speak skill to review my presentation deck and suggest improvements based on Patrick Winston's principles.

Frequently Asked Questions about how-to-speak

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I improve my presentation deck for better audience retention?▼

To improve your presentation deck, apply structured communication principles like empowerment promises, verbal punctuation, and storytelling to make ideas clearer and more memorable. This refines slide discipline and narrative flow for lectures, pitches, and job talks.

What is the best way to review slide design for a technical presentation?▼

Reviewing slide design for a technical presentation involves evaluating visual clarity, slide discipline, and speaker notes using Patrick Winston's How to Speak principles. This process transforms dense technical content into a focused talk with a clear promise and contributions-based ending.

How do I apply storytelling techniques to a presentation structure?▼

Applying storytelling techniques to a presentation structure involves using cycling, fences, and verbal punctuation to guide organization. This approach builds a stronger narrative flow and ensures your persuasive messaging remains memorable for the audience.

Can I use structured communication principles for a lecture or pitch deck?▼

You can use structured communication principles for lecture and pitch decks to evaluate slide quality and enhance persuasive messaging. These techniques apply to building, reviewing, and refining slides for any presentation context requiring clear and memorable talks.

Why does my presentation lack persuasive messaging and clear narrative flow?▼

Your presentation lacks persuasive messaging and clear narrative flow when it misses structured communication principles like an empowerment promise or contributions-based ending. Applying these storytelling techniques improves deck organization and slide discipline.