Creating a "Pro" look doesn't require a design degree. Follow this workflow:

Normally, Morph only works if the objects are exactly the same. If you want to morph two different shapes (e.g., a circle into a square), use the naming hack: Open the (Home > Arrange > Selection Pane).

Right-click the thumbnail of your first slide and select Duplicate Slide . This ensures the objects on the second slide are identical to the first.