First Impressions and Introductions

It is important to be succinct. This shows your ability to confidently meet new people and allows you to make a good first impression. This will help you “break the ice” at job fairs, interviews and talking to a neighbor or work colleague about a career change.

My Elevator Speech:

Below is an exercise to get you ready to go on your introduction speech summary!

Write in complete sentences and the form will combine it for you, you should aim for 500 characters or less.

Introduction

My Name Is...

Example: My name is Esther Heatherfield

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I am a(n)...

Example: I am a marketing communications professional

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specializing in...

Example: I specialize in digital media campaigns.

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What you do

Example: I create e-newsletters, develop social media plans and support websites. My background includes manufacturing and healthcare experience.

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Why you're the best

Example: I speak conversational Spanish and volunteer for several Chambers of Commerce. I'm a strong problem solver with demonstrated results of "hitting the ground running."

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Your call to action

Example: I’m seeking opportunities with medium companies on the corporate or agency side. Could you connect me to John Smith at ABC company?

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I would like a copy emailed to me

Our Office

American Job Center in Wheeling
1400 South Wolf Road - Building 200 Suite 200
Wheeling, IL 60090

(847) 484-8187

contact@bcsillinois.org

northcookjobcenter.com

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Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30AM – 5:00PM

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The American Job Center in Wheeling is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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