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Your 30 Second Commercial or “elevator speech” is a brief over-view of an idea for a product, service or project.The elevator speech is so called because it can be delivered in the time span of an elevator ride (30 seconds, or 100-150 words). It is the basic introduction of who you are and what you are seeking. It will form the basis of your introductory message when networking, your opening statement in telephone contacts with employers, and the foundatio of the “tell me about yourself ” answer in interviewing.

Here is your chance for 30 seconds of fame. Do a 30-second commercial about your business to tell us why we should use your products or services and who you are. Remember to practice because you only get 30 seconds. If you go overtime, you'll be buzzed off the floor! As a gentle reminder, please do not use stage accessories. They often take up too much space and time. Have fun, be creative! (Commercials are for members only, guests are welcome to come and enjoy the fun.) Polish Your 30 Second Commerical Your 30 Second Commercial or “Elevator Speech” is a brief overview of an idea for a product, service or project. The “speech” is so called because it can be delivered in the time span of an elevator ride (30 seconds or 100-150 words). It is the basic introduction of who you are and what you are seeking. It will form the basis of your introductory message when networking, your opening statement in telephone contacts with employers, and the foundation of “tell me about yourself” answer in interviewing. You should practice and perfect your 30 second commercial. In May you will learn some techniques to craft or develop your 30 second commercial. Are you a skilled veteran? Come and practice your elevator speech so it sounds natural and conveys the right message in a succinct way.