Lasting Impression Elevator Pitch
Participants create and practice a brief pitch that summarizes what they do, designed to leave a lasting impression. This exercise enhances communication skills and prepares individuals to concisely explain their roles and purposes.
How to run it
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Introduce the concept of an elevator pitch and its significance.
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Discuss how being prepared to articulate what you do can impact career opportunities.
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Give participants a few minutes to write their individual pitches using a provided template.
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Instruct participants to pair up and present their pitches to each other.
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Encourage each participant to provide feedback using specific criteria, focusing on clarity and believability.
Tips
Encourage participants to be authentic and passionate in their delivery.
Stress the importance of practicing to enhance confidence.
Remind participants to keep it brief, ideally under a minute, to mimic a real elevator ride.
Variations
Adjust the time allotted for writing or presenting depending on the group size or experience level. You can also include a round where participants present their pitches to the entire group for broader feedback.
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