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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 226112" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hi!Congratulations on the AC invite!! I'm happy to share a few general tips that might be useful!With 30 minutes to prepare, I would aim to define one key message you want them to take from your presentation, and then build 2-3 clear points around it. You don't need loads of detail - clarity and structure will be much more powerful.Whilst it'll depend on the exact task, a simple structure you could use:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Introduction: briefly introduce yourself and outline what you'll cover so they know what to expect. You could start by acknowledging the task or scenario they gave you and summarising it in your own words. This shows understanding straight away and makes the direction of your presentation clear. In terms of starting, I would say that a calm and confident start is a good way to engage the room - even things such as taking a moment, making eye contact, and speaking clearly helps draw attention.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Context and Problem Understanding: I would explain the situation in your own words as you understand it, and highlight why it matters or what the key challenge is within it. This is a good way to demonstrate your analytical thinking.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Your Approach and Solution: walk them through your thought process and the steps that you would take. I'd give a little reasoning behind each point, as they are often interested in how you think, rather than just the conclusion. If if fits, it might help to add a simple example or comparison to make it relatable</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Recommendation and Next Steps: I'd be clear about what you would do and the impact that it should have in the long-term. Make sure to keep this realistic and actionable, as it will need to have practical workability.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Summary: end your presentation with a short recap of your main message and summarising the key points - a concise and confident conclusion will leave a stronger impression than trying to cram loads in!</li> </ol>In terms of engaging with them during the presentation, I can totally relate as I was never particularly confident in presentations and public speaking! A few tips that I started to adopt:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Make eye contact with different people as you speak, as this helps hold their attention and shows that you are engaged</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Use your voice - I always used to speak too quickly and try and get it 'over and done with' (which isn't the best method!). You can use slight pauses, vary your pace, and place an emphasis on key lines to keep it dynamic.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Ask a light rhetorical question or invite them to consider something (such as "we might ask ourselves..." or "one thing to think about is...") - this gets them mentally involved without actually needing a response</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Bring energy and interest - show some genuine enthusiasm for the topic you are presenting on!</li> </ul>Overall, I'd focus on being structured, clear, and human! You don't need to be flashy, and they aren't expecting an expert public speaker - just show how you think and communicate confidently in your presentation.I hope that helps, and good luck!! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

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