AI playbook · Sales

Make presentations and pitch decks faster

Turn an outline or rough notes into a first draft of slides, then make it yours.

Setup: 1 hourBeginner Get the prompt

The problem

Starting from a blank slide is slow. Most of the time goes on layout instead of the message.

Step by step

  1. Write the one sentence you want the audience to remember.
  2. Jot down an outline: problem, what you offer, proof, price or ask, next step.
  3. Ask the AI to turn the outline into slide titles and short bullet points.
  4. Build the slides in a presentation tool, using your own photos and numbers.
  5. Cut every slide that does not support the one sentence.

The prompt

Turn this outline into a {number}-slide presentation for {audience}.
The one thing they should remember: {key message}
Outline: {outline}
For each slide give a title that makes a point (not a label), up to 3 short bullets, and a suggestion for a visual. Use only the facts in my outline.

Replace the {highlighted} parts with your details, or fill them in with the prompt builder.

Check before you use it

  • All numbers are yours and correct.
  • Slide titles make the argument on their own.

Privacy

  • Do not paste confidential client figures into free tools.

Do’s and don’ts

Do

  • Lead with the customer’s problem.
  • Use one idea per slide.
  • Rehearse it out loud once.

Don’t

  • Fill slides with long AI paragraphs.
  • Use generic stock images that say nothing.
  • Include charts you cannot explain.

When not to use AI for this

Investor decks need numbers you can defend. Do not let AI fill gaps in your financials.

Tools that can help

GammaTurns an outline or notes into a presentation, document or simple web page.
Microsoft CopilotMicrosoft’s assistant, also built into Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams on Microsoft 365 plans.
CanvaDesign tool with AI features for images, layouts, resizing and short copy.
Google GeminiGoogle’s assistant, also built into Gmail, Docs and Sheets on Google Workspace plans.

We are not paid by any of these companies, and we list well-known options, not a ranking. Features and plans change; check the provider’s site and its data terms before you sign up. See all AI tools by category.

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Marketing and creative agenciesConsultants and coachesArchitects and interior designers

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