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Comment on Stupid Job Search Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) by August Cohen

August Cohen — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:44:45 +0000

Hopefully hearing it from you – someone who actually does the hiring – will get through to the doubters (and lazy folks). Thanks Brad!

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Bradley Holton — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 01:53:25 +0000

If you could just get a louder megaphone, August. We received 200+ resumes over the weekend for an admin job and easily weeded out 100+ for poor grammar or not following instructions. Hire a PRO! It’s your career on the line.

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Comment on Forget the Elevator Speech and Remember Your Manners. by Russ Hadick

Russ Hadick — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:53:26 +0000

Networking group meetings are NOT what Networking is all about when trying to land a job. One On One Networking meetings lead to a much more productive discussion leading to jobs. If you ever asked anyone if they knew a good Denist your networking. You don’t call it Netwroking but that is what it is, looking for advice and information. I have been teaching Networking for over 25 years and never taught anyone to use an elevator speach. The three main objectives of any networking meeting is to” Let the person know what your objectives are, to have them read your resume so they know about you techniqually and professionaly and most important is to come out of the meeting with at leadt 3 names of people that the person can give you as referrels.If you want some information on networking properly let me know. If your not having at least 5 networking meetings a week your cheating yourself and your family, if your married.

Comment on Forget the Elevator Speech and Remember Your Manners. by C. Bruce Flanagan

C. Bruce Flanagan — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 18:38:49 +0000

You have to have an “elevator” template not an “elevator” speech. You have to make it about them and thier needs not all that you have to offer. Asking questions first gets you this intormation.

Most conversations do last more than 60 seconds, but seldom you have more that 30 seconds to capture and hold a persons interest. You get that impression time by focusing on them.

Comment on Forget the Elevator Speech and Remember Your Manners. by August Cohen

August Cohen — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 23:05:11 +0000

Linda & John, you both bring up great points about elevator speeches – timing – conversational – effective – listening – offering advice. Thanks for the reinforcement and tips!

Comment on Forget the Elevator Speech and Remember Your Manners. by Linda O.

Linda O. — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:08:08 +0000

I so agree with the comments on civility and timing your calls for when you’re most positive and receptive.
Networking is a two-way street, so you should always be prepared to offer a tip or general assistance with
the issue that’s keeping them awake at night whenever possible, instead of just asking for/expecting their help.
Thanks for sharing!

Comment on Forget the Elevator Speech and Remember Your Manners. by John Hadley

John Hadley — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:25:25 +0000

While I agree with your overall message, I would challenge one aspect of what you said:

“Virtually no one gets an interview, an introduction, or a job due to an elevator speech. ”

The reason for this is not that elevator speeches aren’t effective, It’s all of the other things you mention. My observation has been that 80% of elevator pitches are not very worthwhile, because even experienced business owners don’t understand what makes an effective pitch.

In my own case, I met someone for the first time at a conference in Montreal, gave him my little pitch (in a casual, confident, conversational way), and he immediately asked if I would like a consulting assignment. They weren’t in the market to hire someone (even a consultant), but I was describing a solution to a problem he faced. When I returned from the conference, I went into his office for a follow-up conversation, and walked out with a 6 figure consulting contract.

In another situation, an SVP with a bank who had just won an award who was going around to every table at the 600+ person awards dinner, to thank them for coming. He asked me what I do. I responded that “I help job seekers who are frustrated with their search.” He immediately asked for my card, and said he had 2 people he wanted to refer to me.

One key to an effective elevator pitch is not to focus on informing people, but on leaving the listener wanting to know more. And to reserve your full ‘30 second pitch’ for forums where everyone is expected to get up and talk about themselves. In other situations, a one line answer to “What do you do?” is much more effective…

For more on this topic, see:
http://www.jhacareers.com/The5Cs.htm

John