Mobile app financial teams can leverage PowerPoint’s suite of tools to create impactful pie charts for executive board presentations. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Create the Pie Chart
Start by inserting a blank slide where you want the pie chart to appear. Click on ‘Insert’ in the top menu, select ‘Chart’, and then choose ‘Pie’. A default pie chart will be inserted along with an Excel worksheet where you can enter your data. The pie chart will automatically update to reflect the data you input.
Customize the Design
Once your chart is in place, you can customize it to suit your presentation style. PowerPoint offers a variety of design tools for this purpose. Select your pie chart and click on ‘Chart Tools’ in the top menu. Here, you can choose from several layouts, styles, and colors. You can also add chart elements such as titles, labels, and legends.
Highlight Key Information
To draw attention to specific parts of the pie chart, you can use the ‘Explode’ feature. Click on the piece of the pie you want to highlight, drag it away from the center of the pie, and it will ‘explode’ out. Combine this with a contrasting color to make it stand out even further.
Use Animation
PowerPoint’s animation tools can help bring your pie chart to life. With your pie chart selected, click on ‘Animations’ in the top menu. Choose the animation you want to apply, adjust the speed, and set it to start when you’re ready. This can make your chart more engaging and help you control the flow of information.
Add Insights
Finally, don’t forget to add insights that explain what the data means. This can be done in the form of text boxes, callouts, or even a voice-over narration. Remember, the goal of your pie chart is not just to present numbers, but to tell a story that supports your presentation.
By following these steps, your mobile app financial team can create compelling, insightful, and aesthetically pleasing pie charts for executive board presentations using PowerPoint.
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