Describe a time when you had to speak in front of a group of people.
You should say:
- 1what the situation was~30s
- 2who your audience was~30s
- 3what you talked about~30s
- 4and explain how you felt about speaking in public~30s
Reported in February 2026 Education & Learning
Plan it in one minute
What each point needs, about 30 seconds on each.
- 1What the situation wasSet the scene: a real time, place or person. Specific beats impressive.
- 2Who your audience wasSay it in one line, then add one detail.
- 3What you talked aboutSay it in one line, then add one detail.
- 4Explain how you felt about speaking in publicThis is your ending. One clear reason or lesson, said with confidence.
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