An Elevator Speech

An elevator speech is a prepared presentation that grabs attention and says a lot in a few words. An elevator speech is used when you meet someone for the first time, have a very limited amount of time, and want to make an impression. The components of the speech are simple—say who you are, what you do, and what you want—all in about thirty seconds!

Here is one of my elevator speeches—

“Hi, I’m Jim McAdoo and I am a human resources consultant. My current project is moderating a group of people who are searching for work. The group focuses on building personal networks, developing job search skills, and providing mutual support and encouragement.

“This project is important to me, and I am determined to guide it to a successful conclusion as quickly as possible.”