How to Deliver Your Worst Elevator Pitch!

Have you ever been to a networking event and asked someone, much to your regret what they do, and half an hour later you are still standing there nodding your head feigning interest and wondering why you even bothered getting out of bed? It has happened to us all…but the trick is not to be one of those offenders ourselves. Not only will you switch off those people you talk to but you will get zero chance of business as a result. So what is an elevator pitch and what are the biggest pitfalls you can fall into? Firstly an elevator pitch refers to those first few words you speak when someone asks you ‘So, what do you do?’ You therefore have to do 3 things: · Engage your listener(s) so they do actually listen to what you have to say · Ensure that you convey the message you want so the listener understands you · Ensure that what you say is remembered Remember you only get one opportunity to make a first impression so your elevator pitch is something you... Read more »

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