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Onsite Presentation Preparation

Prepare for onsite design presentations including portfolio walkthrough, design challenges, and stakeholder presentations.

Prompt

Prepare for an onsite design presentation for [company/role]. Include:

1. Presentation Structure
   - Introduction (2-3 min)
   - Case study walkthrough (15-20 min)
   - Design challenge presentation (if applicable)
   - Q&A preparation
   - Closing (2-3 min)

2. Case Study Selection
   - Choose 2-3 most relevant projects
   - Variety in project types
   - Projects that showcase different skills
   - Projects with measurable impact
   - Projects relevant to the role

3. Presentation Flow
   - Project context and background
   - Problem statement
   - Your process and approach
   - Design decisions and rationale
   - Results and impact
   - Key learnings

4. Design Challenge Preparation
   - Understand the challenge brief
   - Time management strategy
   - Process to follow (research ? ideate ? design ? present)
   - How to think aloud
   - What to prioritize

5. Stakeholder Presentation Skills
   - How to present to designers
   - How to present to product managers
   - How to present to executives
   - Adapting your language
   - Handling questions and objections

6. Visual Aids
   - Portfolio slides or deck
   - Prototype or interactive demo
   - Process diagrams
   - Before/after comparisons
   - Metrics and data visualization

7. Practice Tips
   - Rehearse timing
   - Practice transitions
   - Prepare for common questions
   - Test technology setup
   - Prepare backup plans

8. Presentation Delivery
   - Body language and confidence
   - Speaking pace and clarity
   - Engaging the audience
   - Handling interruptions
   - Managing nerves

Format as a comprehensive presentation preparation guide with specific strategies and tips.

How to use

  1. 01

    Replace [company/role] with the company and role (e.g., "Senior UX Designer at TechCorp" or "Product Designer at Startup Inc")

  2. 02

    Add context before the prompt: Describe the interview format and what you need to prepare. Example: "45-minute presentation. Format: 20 min case study walkthrough, 10 min Q&A, 15 min design challenge."

  3. 03

    If you have portfolio projects: Mention your best projects. Say "I want to present these projects: [project 1], [project 2]."

  4. 04

    If you have presentation slides: Paste your presentation outline. Say "Review my presentation structure: [paste outline]"

  5. 05

    Paste the modified prompt into your preferred AI tool, like ChatGPT or Claude

  6. 06

    Review the prep guide: Check presentation structure, case study selection, and practice tips

  7. 07

    Ask for specifics: Request "Prepare for presentation to product managers" or "Focus on design challenge strategy"

  8. 08

    Practice: Use the guide to rehearse your presentation and prepare for Q&A

Tips

  • Specify presentation format: Mention "Remote presentation via Zoom" or "In-person presentation with whiteboard" for relevant tips
  • Include audience: Mention "Audience: 2 designers, 1 PM, 1 VP Product" so AI can suggest how to adapt presentation
  • Request timing strategy: Ask "Create a 20-minute presentation outline with timing for each section"
  • For design challenges: Ask "Prepare strategy for 90-minute design challenge" for targeted prep
  • Practice out loud: Use the prep guide as speaking notes and rehearse your full presentation