What is an elevator pitch, and how can one help you get hired?
What is an “elevator pitch,” and why is having one about yourself as a professional important? Basically, an elevator pitch is a quick speech about a specific topic. As a job seeker, having an elevator pitch prepared about yourself as a candidate is a very good idea. We at Labor Solutions encourage all of our applicants to take the time to craft a short address about themselves to potentially present to possible employers.
What IS an Elevator Pitch?
An elevator pitch is a very short speech – think 30 seconds. Imagine getting into an elevator and unexpectedly running into someone who could change your life and you have just that one chance to tell them why they should. So in your 30-second speech, you need to convey all the important facts without getting bogged down in unnecessary details. The details can come later. First, you need to make that great first impression.
As a job candidate, your personal pitch should focus on who you are, what you do, what you want to accomplish, and what makes you stand out. First, understand who your target audience is so you can rehearse your speech as though you are speaking to those individuals already. Highlight your recent professional achievements and how you plan to use that performance to further your goals. Be sure to mention what makes you different from other candidates with similar qualifications. Be bold, be honest, and be concise. Entice your audience to want to learn more about you.
Labor Solutions Wants to Hear Your Pitch!
When you have your personal elevator pitch ready to go, give Labor Solutions a call. Wow us with your amazing (and short) speech on what makes you a great candidate, and we’ll work hard to help you get in front of the right audience. We have offices in Winter Haven, Arcadia, Bartow, Lake Wales, Plant City, and Port Charlotte.
