When I left my corporate gig behind, I gave up the laptop I carried as an extension of my right arm. As a result, my posture is better, and I can’t rely on Power Point to support my presentations. Although it took some adjustment at first, I think my presentations are better.

In this morning’s Inside Indiana Business Ethan Ax – Account Executive, Sherman & Co. Public Relations has written a wonderful piece on Power Point! And why you shouldn’t use it. If you still think you need Power Point consider the following comment from Ethan: There are two kinds of PowerPoint users. First, there is the speaker who used to be charismatic and interesting before using PowerPoint. Second, there is the speaker who was never interesting to begin with, and now, with the help of PowerPoint, he or she can project those same uninteresting topics onto a wall in conveniently unattractive bullet-point form.

The rest of the article is just as much fun!

One of the coolest things about Indy is the extensive Greenway bike and walking trails. On any given day, local residents can be found walking, running, biking and blading on the Monon, Canal Toe path and other routes around the city.

But very soon, we will have more, really cool choices. Construction is about to begin on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. Seven miles of walking, biking, and public art connecting the six major arts districts, putting Indy on top of the list of cool places to live, and work! More info