1. The Elevator Pitch A brief speech to spark interest
No longer than seconds
Hence the name!
When will you use it?
STEPS
BRAINSTORM
Craft a DESCRIPTION
Write like you speak
PRACTICE
Ask for FEEDBACK and ADJUST
Make pitch about the NEEDS OF THE LISTENER
Describe YOUR VALUE
Allow room for DIALOGUE
ASK for something

2. Your Turn Pretend you are interviewing for your dream job.
The interview asks you, “Why should I hire you over the other 12 qualified applicants?”
Prepare a 30 second pitch to convince the interviewer that you are the person for the job.
These will be presented today to the class.