ELEVATOR PITCH

Putting together the perfect elevator pitch is one of the first steps in organizing and communicating well about your job search. But many students have no idea where to start. What do you say? How long should it be? Should it be scripted or “on the fly”? These resources are a great starting point for getting your elevator pitch together so you’re prepared when you meet new networking contacts, are going to interviews, meet with recruiters, or share information about yourself on LinkedIn. 

6 Tips for Putting Together the Perfect Elevator Pitch

Read the article from CNBC Make It

How to Create an Elevator Pitch With Examples 

Read the Article from The Balance Careers

How to Nail Your Elevator Speech 

Read the article from The Muse

Once you’ve drafted your pitch using these resources, practice! As you begin to use it, you’ll refine it further, and it will be easier and easier to tell others about yourself, what you’re looking for, and how you can help. 

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