Do you have experience preparing and delivering presentations?
Part of what you're expected to do at State Street may include planning, preparing, and delivering presentations to clients or other stakeholders. As most of us know, public speaking can be intimidating. It's natural to feel some nerves, but the interviewer wants to see that these nerves do not get in the way of effective communication.
If applicable, discuss any courses or training you have taken related to public speaking and presentations, or explain the informal experience in this capacity. Assure the interviewer that you are capable by reviewing times when you successfully prepared and gave presentations to a group of people.
"In my current role, I regularly present to my clients and my team of twenty advisors. To help me gain confidence as a speaker and presenter, I became a Toastmasters member two years ago. Since joining, I have taken courses such as 'The Better Speaker' series, 'Beginning Your Speech,' and 'Concluding Your Speech.' I also have training in PowerPoint, Prezi, and Keynote, ensuring that my presentations are visually engaging."
