When preparing your Introduction/elevator speech, here are some tips to keep in mind:

• Make a good first impression; start with who you are.
• Provide information about you and what makes you special.
• Slow down.  Too often, when given a limited amount of time to speak, there is a tendency to rush.
• Record your speech and review it for pacing, clarity, and other areas to enhance.
• Keep it brief! Your instructor will provide the specific time limits.
• Practice! Practice! Practice!
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