PURPOSE Meeting slides should help people understand the topic, make decisions, and leave with clear next steps. INCLUDE Agenda, purpose, background, decision points, key data, risks, recommendations, and action items. BEFORE THE MEETING Review slide order, timing, links, charts, notes, and whether any sensitive information should be removed. KEEP IT FOCUSED Match the level of detail to the audience and meeting goal. BEST PRACTICE Put decisions and asks clearly on the slide, not hidden in spoken commentary.