Story Framework
Pyramid Principle
Lead with your conclusion, then provide supporting logic. Respects audience time and attention.
Beat Diagram
- 1Answer Firsttitle / text
- 2Key Argumentstext-3x / text
- 3Supporting Evidencechart-1x / chart
OPF Config
narratives:pyramid-principle{
"$schema": "https://openpresentation.org/schema/opf/v1",
"name": "PPTX.gallery — narratives/pyramid-principle",
"narrative": "pyramid-principle",
"tags": [
"gallery:narratives/pyramid-principle"
],
"slides": [
{
"id": "gallery-preview-1",
"layout": "title-slide",
"title": "Narrative preview",
"subtitle": "Storyline scaffolded by the \"pyramid-principle\" narrative.",
"design": {
"contentBox": false,
"contentAlignment": "center",
"titleAlignment": "center"
}
}
]
}Load this config in the gallery's visual editor, or in the Inspector at pptx.dev.
Pace
3-8 slides
5-20 minutes
3 beats, one slide each
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.