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Question 1 of 30 for our Urban and Regional Planners Mock Interview

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Question 1 of 30

When have you provided an excellent presentation? Describe it to me and why it was successful.

"Just last month, I was asked to present a city community plan to the surrounding residents. The plans were going to interrupt some of the surrounding wetlands which meant that some of the attendees were skeptical. I created a very clear and entertaining presentation in Keynote and rehearsed it for a few days prior. After presenting this to the 50 attendees, many of them commented on my knowledge and ability to answer their questions and address their concerns. I feel it was successful because everyone left with a full understanding of the project's pros and cons."

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How to Answer: When have you provided an excellent presentation? Describe it to me and why it was successful.

Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Urban and Regional Planners job interview.

  • 1. When have you provided an excellent presentation? Describe it to me and why it was successful.

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      When interviewers ask this question what they really want to know is how you engage others to persuade them. Good presentation skills are essential in most positions. The interviewer wants to know that you will want to share your ideas with others on a team and have the ability to create a strong presentation and the skills to deliver the message.

      Written by Sue Oberliesen on March 27th, 2022

      How to Answer

      Use the STAR method to organize your answer: Situation or Task - Identifies the potentially negative situation or project; Action taken - Gives an explanation about what you did to address the situation or task; Results achieved - Shows the positive tangible results of your actions.

      Written by Sue Oberliesen on March 27th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "Just last month, I was asked to present a city community plan to the surrounding residents. The plans were going to interrupt some of the surrounding wetlands which meant that some of the attendees were skeptical. I created a very clear and entertaining presentation in Keynote and rehearsed it for a few days prior. After presenting this to the 50 attendees, many of them commented on my knowledge and ability to answer their questions and address their concerns. I feel it was successful because everyone left with a full understanding of the project's pros and cons."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

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      Anonymous Answer

      "I have provided many excellent presentations throughout my design career, specifically for the ULI competition in grad school. It was successful due to the amount of time and effort I put into the project, as well as the great infographics and renderings and how well everything connected to tell one cohesive story."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      This sounds like a success, indeed! If applicable, discuss a bit about who you presented it to, and in front of how many people.
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