Slides to accompany the 'How to talk about yourself' seminar. To join the free 21 Day Confidence Challenge, sign up at http://thecmethod.com.

1. HOW TO
YOURSELF
TALK ABOUT
AKA How to create your perfect ‘Elevator Pitch’

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3. “What do you do?”

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8. 1. Ability to work in a team structure
2. Ability to make decisions and solve problems (tie)
3. Ability to communicate verbally with people
4. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
5. Ability to obtain and process information
6. Ability to analyze quantitative data
7. Technical knowledge related to the job
8. Proficiency with computer software programs
9. Ability to create and/or edit written reports
10. Ability to sell and influence othersWANT IN
EMPLOYERS
SKILLS
Source: Forbes Article

9. HOW TO
YOURSELF
TALK ABOUT

10. Why bother?
1. More awesome opportunities
2. More confidence in yourself
3. Fewer awkward conversations

12. What’s a pitch?

13. Bad pitches:
“I’m just a student.”
“I’m doing business.”
“I’m studying.”
“I’m an accountant.”
“I’m in IT.”

14. A better pitch:
“I help businesses look good
through their branding.”
(Graphic designer)

15. “I help people celebrate what they
value most in their lives.”
(portrait photographer)

16. Create your pitch
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Confidence-boosting tips
Practice

17. Create your pitch

18. 1. What am I passionate about?
2. What do I offer? What are my strengths?
3. Who (people or company) would I like to help?

21. Boost your
confidence!

23. Practice

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