Journaling and note taking are great habits for a presenter to have. Every morning I spend some time with my journal before diving into work. As I sip on a hot cup of coffee, I write down my thoughts that open the creative flow of energy. Unlock your creative potential when it comes to crafting presentation content and try writing prompts. Writing prompts can help build a foundation for storytelling and proving your points. The New York Times compiled this list of writing prompts that you can build from for a variety of topics that can inspire your presentation content.
Writing Prompts to Inspire Your Presentation Content
Technology
Does technology make us feel more alone?
Is social media making up more self-centered?
Are robotics a threat to humanity?
Are self-driving vehicles going to take over the roadways?
Can smartphones be educational tools?
Education
Does class size matter?
Do we need a better way to teach math?
How important is arts education?
Do schools provide students enough opportunities to be creative?
Would you rather attend a public or a private high school?
Health
Should e-cigarettes be banned for teenagers?
Why is binge drinking common for young adults in the U.S.?
How should schools handle unvaccinated students?
How concerned are you about where your food comes from?
How important is it to be attractive in our society?
Government
What do you think the role of the First Lady should be?
Should voting be mandatory?
If you were the governor of your state, how would you manage your budget?
What is more important – our privacy or national security?
Do we need a higher minimum wage?
Each of these writing prompts can serve as a strong jumping off page for your presentation content to flourish. These questions can also serve as a strong opening line or set up to a main takeaway. There are many more writing prompts out there to inspire you. Check out these other resources:
Research Writing Prompts Worksheet
Science Visual Writing Prompts
30 Writing Prompts for a Persuasive Paragraph, Essay or Speech
