Five deck mistakes we see every week

1. No ask slide

Meetings end with 'any questions?' and no decision. Add one slide that says what you need and by when.

2. Numbers not checked after generate

Models approximate when sources are vague. Your job is to verify every digit that can fire someone or fund something.

3. Regenerate loops

Five full regenerates because slide three is weak wastes quota and time. Edit slide three.

4. Essay slides

If you squint and see a paragraph, split the slide or move text to notes.

5. Wrong mode for the room

Creative Smart layout for a compliance review. Standard board spine for a poetry workshop. Match the tool to the audience.