[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoXLXJmetH8&t=203s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoXLXJmetH8&t=203s) ​ This video originates from a post-production (non-copyright) session taught at the University of Toronto to students in an undergraduate Ecology course. The purpose hereto is to arm you with the heuristics you need to be successful in conveying your ideas successfully in academia, the workplace, and all that you say, write and posit. In addition, tips for creating bombastic PowerPoint slides that employ maps and figures - common facets in professional talks, are provided. Remember, the function of your communication is to generate value, progress a conversation, and change the way your audience thinks about the world.