A key aspect of networking is introducing yourself to others. A personal commercial (also known as an elevator speech, personal introduction, 30-second commercial, etc.) is a quick, effective way to ...

Getting a new boss can be an exciting but nerve-wracking time. After all, the person who now holds your career in her hands didn't hire you. So handle your first meeting with her just like you would a ...

There are many times in a professional situation where you will need to introduce yourself. There’s the elevator pitch you share at an industry conference. In a job interview, there’s the common first ...

Introducing yourself to a stranger is a unique and interesting experience. How much do you share? Where do you start? What do they want to hear? Since we may not know anything about the person we're ...

A personal commercial (also known as an elevator speech, personal introduction, 30-second commercial, etc.) is a quick, effective way to make an impressive introduction. You will use your personal ...

Networking emails are a challenge. You can use them to “meet” someone you’ve never met, to keep in touch with someone you have met, or even to put your name in the ring for a job opening. They can be ...

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After we all sat down, the organizer said, “Let’s take a moment and go around the room and have everyone introduce themselves.” Then came the kicker. “And while you’re at it,” he said, “take a few ...

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