Elevator pitches are not sales pitches. Like a movie trailer, they give a brief and compelling picture of your talents. They create interest and drive action: in this case the next step in the hiring process. 

• Your elevator pitch should be authentic, short and memorable. Focus on what drives you and what you have to offer.
• Quickly describe your background. Don’t recite data. Simply state how you started out, and where you’ve been.
• Highlight your accomplishments in a natural way. “Reducing procurement costs is what I obsess about. At my current company I’ve saved 10 to 20% year after year.”
• Explain what you want. “I’m hoping to move into a role where I will find bigger challenges and my talents will drive growth.”
• Ask for what you want. “I would love to continue this conversation. Can I give you a call next week to schedule some time together?”

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