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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
There are many communication tools a management consultant can employ while effectively communicating with their clients - verbal, written, nonverbal, and visual communication tools. In the management consulting industry, there is a high likelihood you've given visual presentations to your clients or your group. Regardless of whether you've given presentations, you're likely familiar with the difference between a terrible performance and one that captures and retains your audience's attention.
Share your approach to understanding your audience. Describe the relatable terms and jargon you've implemented to effectively communicate with your target audience. Share the go-to multimedia or visual tools you prefer. While sharing your approach with your interviewer, use the same storytelling methods you use while delivering your answer.

Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"I have given many presentations in my consulting career. I have found that when I start with a story, give some facts, and end with how those facts pertain to the story and the client's pain point, I can capture and keep the attention of my audience. Everyone loves a great story, especially one that is relatable to their personal or professional situation."

Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"I present pitches to my clients regularly. I have learned that the key to a compelling presentation is facts like percentages, numbers, and achievements. I avoid long drawn-out sentences and long bunches of text on my slides."

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