Elevator Speech Template Page 2
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Elevator Speech Do’s and Don’ts
Do
make your Elevator Speech sound effortless,
Don't
miss out during networking opportunities by
conversational, and natural.
not having a well-honed elevator speech.
Do
write and rewrite your speech, sharpening its
Don't
let your speech sound canned or stilted.
focus and eliminating unnecessary words and
Don't
ramble. Familiarizing yourself as much as
awkward constructions.
possible with your speech will help keep you from
Do
consider including a compelling "hook," an
getting off track.
intriguing aspect that will engage the listener, prompt
Don't
rush through the speech, and do pause briefly
him or her to ask questions, and keep the
between sentences. Breathe.
conversation going.
Don't
get bogged down with industry jargon or
Do
practice your speech. You should know your
acronyms that your listener may not comprehend.
speech well enough so you express your key points
Don't
hesitate to develop different versions of your
without sounding as though the speech was
Elevator Speech for different situations and audiences.
memorized.
Don't
focus just on yourself, an approach that will
Do
be warm, friendly, confident, and enthusiastic.
almost assure a "so what?" reaction.
Do
take it slowly.
Don't
forget to include your competitive advantage
Do
project your passion for what you do.
also known as your Unique Selling Proposition (USP);
Do
maintain eye contact with your listener.
in other words. How you can perform better than
Do
incorporate examples and stories to help support
anyone else.
your points. Provide examples of successful
Don't
forget to update your speech as your situation
outcomes of deploying your skills. Stories make your
changes.
speech memorable.
Don't
rush through the speech, and do pause briefly
Do
end with an action request, such as asking for a
between sentences. Breathe.
business card or interview appointment.
Source: Texas State University Career Center, Salisbury University,
Katharine Hansen, Ph.D.
University Career Center | Union West Building Rm. 103 | (915) 747-5640 | | careers@utep.edu
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