Story Framework
Problem-Solution
Classic persuasion structure. Start with a compelling problem, then present your solution as the answer.
Beat Diagram
- 1Hooktitle-center / text
- 2Problemtext-1x-left / text
- 3Why It Mattersstats-metrics / chart
- 4Solutionproduct-feature / text
- 5Benefitscomparison / text
- 6The Askthank-you-cta / text
Use Problem-Solution in your next deck — for free
STORYD writes a presentation around your topic and applies Problem-Solution across every slide. No template hunting, no copy-paste.
Free, no card. Exports to PPTX.
OPF Config
narratives:problem-solution{
"$schema": "https://pptx.dev/schema/opf/v1",
"version": "1.0",
"meta": {
"title": "PPTX.gallery — narratives/problem-solution",
"narrative": {
"id": "problem-solution"
}
},
"design": {},
"slides": [
{
"id": "gallery-preview-1",
"layout": "title-slide",
"elements": []
}
]
}Preview this config live at pptx.dev/playground.
Pace
6-12 slides
5-30 minutes
6 baseline beat slides
Audience Fit
Tone
Persuasive - positions the presenter as a problem-solver and advocate.
Best For
Sales pitches, proposals, product launches
Example Deck Types
Product pitch, Consulting proposal, Grant application
Example
Begin with a relatable pain point, quantify the cost of inaction, introduce your solution, demonstrate results, and close with next steps.
Beat-by-Beat Guide
Hook
Open with a striking statistic, question, or story that immediately engages your audience.
Instruction: Capture audience attention with one memorable opening.
Problem
Clearly define the challenge your audience faces. Make it specific and relatable.
Instruction: Name the audience problem in concrete terms.
Why It Matters
Show what happens if the problem isn't solved. Quantify the cost when possible.
Instruction: Quantify the cost of leaving the problem unsolved.
Solution
Introduce your answer to the problem. Explain how it directly addresses the issues raised.
Instruction: Reveal the solution and connect it directly to the pain.
Benefits
Demonstrate the positive outcomes. Use proof points, case studies, or projections.
Instruction: Show the positive outcomes the solution creates.
The Ask
End with clear next steps. What should the audience do right now?
Instruction: End with a clear next step or decision request.