{"id":9118,"date":"2019-07-10T09:00:25","date_gmt":"2019-07-10T13:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.spcollege.edu\/careers-internships\/?p=9118"},"modified":"2024-01-30T14:19:04","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T19:19:04","slug":"elevator-pitch-what-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.spcollege.edu\/careers-internships\/elevator-pitch-what-how\/","title":{"rendered":"Elevator Pitch! What? How?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is an elevator pitch and when would you use it? If you were to meet the CEO of your dream company in an elevator, would you know how to talk about yourself? Could you tell your story in one or two sentences? An elevator pitch is a concise, compelling 30-60 second statement of your skills, experience, and career goals. Think of your pitch as a short recap of who you are and what you do. Your objective is to spark interest by briefly describing your story so the listener will say, \u201cTell me more!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Important Components of an Effective Elevator Pitch:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1. Identify Your Audience:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tailor your speech\/pitch to the individual you are talking with. Let your target audience know exactly what you are interested in and what you are seeking. Consider having more than one elevator pitch so you will be ready to give your \u201c30-60 second speech\u201d no matter your audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.<\/strong> Remember Your Time is Limited:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recognize the best way to showcase your skills, strengths, and talents. Be strategic in how you introduce yourself. Give a short recap of who you are, what you do, why you do it, and what you hope to accomplish. Mention your goals, let your audience know your exact topic of interest, and highlight why you are a valuable asset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Be Persuasive: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although your elevator pitch needs to be brief, make sure you are able to share information about yourself. Focus on your strengths emphasizing what you can provide to the employer or organization. This will entice the listener to want to continue a conversation with you and learn more about you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Add Your Personal Twist, and be Creative: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pace yourself when you speak. Avoid rambling while keeping an appropriate level of enthusiasm. Let your personality show and remember to smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Follow-Up \/ Business Card:<\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before your conversation has ended, exchange business cards. This is a great way for you to follow-up with them after your \u201cbrief introductory\u201d meeting. If you do not have a business card, share your contact information with them via smart phone\/email. Whatever your goal is, if you are interested in a job with their organization or becoming a member of their club, remember to follow-up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that interview preparation includes a great elevator pitch?  One of the first questions asked during an interview is, \u201cTell me about yourself.\u201d Think of your elevator pitch as a condensed version of your answer to that question. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to a job interview, you can you use your elevator pitch at the following:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n