Tell me about your experiences giving presentations in front of large groups.

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As I've recruited for positions that are external customer-facing or involve at least some leadership aspects, it is my experience that hiring managers like to know the candidate's formal presentation experience. If posed this question during your interview with Kimberly-Clark, you can expect that speaking in front of a large group will be part of your job duties.

Public speaking can be intimidating, so assure the interviewer that you can communicate well in front of large groups. If you have taken any courses or training in public speaking, this is the time you want to mention that experience and how you performed. Perhaps you have so much experience that it comes second nature. Assure the interviewer that you are comfortable giving presentations should it be required in your role with Kimberly-Clark.

"While my experience is limited as a new graduate, I'm very comfortable getting in front of people and presenting materials I'm familiar with. I took a public speaking class during my second semester and have presented many times at our local campus chapter of ASME."

"In my last two roles, I have been responsible for regularly presenting to my team of 43 staff as well as our warehouse team of more than 200. I have also been part of my local Toastmasters group, which helped a great deal. I am a confident public speaker and would be comfortable in front of any team here at Kimberly-Clark."

"I do not have much experience presenting to large groups, but I present regularly to groups averaging around four to six people. I am a confident speaker in that setting and am sure I could present in front of many people - I'd be happy to take on that challenge at Kimberly-Clark."