Story Framework
Pyramid Principle
Lead with your conclusion, then provide supporting logic. Respects audience time and attention.
Beat Diagram
- 1Answer Firsttitle-left / text
- 2Key Argumentsthree-column / text
- 3Supporting Evidencedata-visualization / chart
Use Pyramid Principle in your next deck — for free
STORYD writes a presentation around your topic and applies Pyramid Principle across every slide. No template hunting, no copy-paste.
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OPF Config
narratives:pyramid-principle{
"$schema": "https://pptx.dev/schema/opf/v1",
"version": "1.0",
"meta": {
"title": "PPTX.gallery — narratives/pyramid-principle",
"narrative": {
"id": "pyramid-principle"
}
},
"design": {},
"slides": [
{
"id": "gallery-preview-1",
"layout": "title-slide",
"elements": []
}
]
}Preview this config live at pptx.dev/playground.
Pace
3-8 slides
5-20 minutes
3 baseline beat slides
Audience Fit
Tone
Deductive - conclusion first, then supporting logic.
Best For
Executive presentations, recommendations, time-constrained settings
Example Deck Types
McKinsey-style recommendation, Investment thesis, Strategic options analysis
Example
State your main recommendation upfront, follow with 3-4 supporting arguments, then provide data and examples for each.
Beat-by-Beat Guide
Answer First
Lead with your main point or recommendation. Don't make executives wait for it.
Instruction: Lead with the conclusion or recommendation.
Key Arguments
Provide 3-4 supporting reasons that logically support your answer.
Instruction: Group the main reasons supporting the answer.
Supporting Evidence
Back each argument with data, examples, or proof points.
Instruction: Back each argument with verifiable proof.