How to Win the Job Interview Presentation

You just had a first-round job interview and now the potential employer wants you to come back with a presentation. This idea is scary, but you accept it because of your desire for the job. After all, this is the opportune moment to show your future boss that your are the right candidate and are willing to work hard for the company. A presentation is the best way to demonstrate knowledge, personality, persuasiveness and communication skills. But the flip slide to that is not being prepared and fumbling through your job interview presentation. Ethos3 is here to make sure that doesn’t happen.

A recent study showed that 89% of job recruiters say communications skills is the most important attribute during an interview. A separate poll showed that 90% of employees say strong communication is important in the workplace. So be mindful that your future boss, colleagues or clients will be focusing on this during your interview presentation. With the right approach and preparation, you can put your communication skills on display and land the job.

Ask Away

When you first find out you will have to present, ask plenty of questions. The more you know, the more you can prepare. Important questions to ask include: who’s your audience? How long is does the presentation have to be? What topics can you present on? What are the expectations when it comes to technology use? Knowing the answers to these questions will serve you more in the long run as you begin preparing your presentations.

Approach

How you structure and organize your presentation will set the tone for the entire interview. Based on who your audience is and what your topic is, there are many ways to take on a presentation. Starting with a story or a problem are great ways to draw in your audience, and are the foundation of the entire presentation. Your audience will be more likely to remember the story. If you go the problem solving route, you can simplify your solution to 3 main points that no one can forget.

Read More: A Surprising Reason to Tell Stories During Presentations

Back It Up

Allow yourself time to do thorough research on your presentation topic. You will want to be the expert on this topic, so it’s important to pull information from legitimate sources. This in depth research will impress your audience, and your ability to answers whatever questions they throw your way won’t hurt either.

Practice, Practice, Practice

There is no cap to the amount of times you should practice your presentation. Don’t just stand in front of a mirror, or sit at your desk and read through the slides. Get comfortable with speaking loudly and clearly. Make sure your voice has tone and inflection. Study your body language and use gestures as you present. Doing this in front of a small audience will help you appear authentic and relaxed when the big day comes.

Read More: How to Rehearse for a Presentation

Finish Strong

At the end of your presentation interview, don’t pack up and rush out the door. Ask if any of your audience members have questions or comments. Ask for feedback and get to know some of the strangers in the room who you may soon be working with. Most importantly, ask what the next step is in the interview process. Show your genuine excitement and interest in getting right to work for the company. This will leave a great impression on the potential boss. Also, don’t forget to send a thank you email when you get home.

Job interviews are stressful enough. When you have to give a presentation on top of that, it can be overwhelming. Don’t let this crush your spirit, look at it as the ultimate opportunity to show your boss what you are made up. Delivering an impactful presentation will make you an unforgettable candidate.

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