This document provides tips for creating effective PowerPoint slides and avoiding common pitfalls. It recommends using outlines to structure presentations, including 4-5 bullet points per slide written in a clear font. Slides should show one point at a time to focus audience attention. Graphs are preferable to tables of numbers, and should be clearly labeled with titles and axes. Proofreading slides can help catch spelling and grammar errors. Effective conclusions and question slides are also suggested.