Build a Personal Elevator Pitch
5. Resumes, Cover Letters & Career Tools
⏱ 15 minutes min
📊 Beginner
Objective
Write and practice a 30-second introduction for networking events, interviews, or small talk.
Materials Needed
- AI chat tool
- A few notes about your background and goals
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Tell the AI your job/background and what you're currently looking for (a job, clients, connections).
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Prompt: 'Write a 30-second elevator pitch introducing me, what I do, and what I'm looking for.'
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Ask for two versions: one for a professional networking event, one for a casual conversation.
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Practice saying it out loud, then ask the AI for feedback on making it sound more natural, not memorized.
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Say your final pitch to a partner in class.
Instructor TipHave students actually say their pitch out loud to a neighbor — the speaking practice matters as much as the writing.
TakeawayA polished, practiced elevator pitch makes networking and interviews far less stressful.
Tools Used
- ChatGPT
- Claude.ai
- Gemini