Just like a writer’s block, does anyone have a consultant’s block? It’s the condition where a consultant is unable to produce a slide. If yes, how do you overcome it?

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Used to happen to me a bunch (still does from time to time). Usually when it happens it's because I'm thinking about the layout before I think about the content. So I just drop a text box down, and write out in a few sentences the key points I want to make.

Then I look at what I have down and generally count the number of things listed. They usually become rows or columns in a table. Or I'll just slap an icon next to all of them and call it a day.

Usually gets the job done

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Thank you! I think I get stuck when I am thinking of both the content and the format at the same time. But now, I can’t even seem to write the damn content.

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Outsource

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At least others should have a life.

An alcoholic beverage always helps 😉

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Not today 😭😭

Outline objective and main points then step away.

Stepping away helps WITHOUT FAIL whenever I’m stuck. Ideally I go on a walk. My brain starts working in the background.

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Leverage templates or other deliverables for your inspiration.

I start doing this and get frustrated with the amount of time I waste on finding relevant slides.

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No that’s just called “tired of working.”

The solution is to ask yourself “Do I want to be fired?”.

Write it out on paper first

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