When you’re conducting informational interviews or networking more broadly, it pays to have
a "30 second commercial" / "elevator pitch" prepared. This will ensure that you
make the right first impression in networking situations as well as ensuring
that you have an excellent answer to the interview question “tell me about
yourself”.
I’ve recorded my recommendations on what you should include in your elevator pitch below, as well as an example response. I recommend tailoring your 30 second commercial to your audience. For example, you might want to be more or less precise in “what you want to do next” depending on who you’re talking to. Perhaps even importantly however, is to keep your introduction succinct!
