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Wed Apr 29, 2015 2:51 pm (PDT) . Posted by:
"Jayne Wells" psgwcmail
On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 1:13 AM, BridgeView IT Job Listing <admin@bridgeviewit.com> wrote:
BridgeView IT Job Postings:
| Date | Title | Type | Job Id |
| 04/28/2015 | Business Analyst, NY | Contract | 5876 |
|
Business Analyst, NY
New York, NY |
| Date Posted: | 04/28/2015 |
|
| Employment Type: | Contract | |
| Job ID: | 5876 | |
|
Job Description |
| Business Analyst, NY
Seeking a Business Analyst, New York, NYBridgeView IT is seeking a Business Analyst for a Contract role. This role is located in New York, NY. Our client is specifically looking for someone who can analyze processes, system data and artifacts to recommend improvements, define data mapping and interfaces between compliance systems and other banking systems.Benefits are available for this position which includes national plan options for medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as a matching 401K plan.
REQUIRED SKILLSStrong knowledge of a range of banking services (retail banking, commercial banking etc)Specific experience in Capital Markets is requiredA background of providing services to financial institutionsDomain expertise in risk, and/or compliance highly preferred although training can be provided for the right candidateAble to interact with commercial software packages, operating systems, and relational databaseStrong knowledge of SQL queriesAbility to analyze data using SQL and spreadsheets or visualization tools like TableauAbility to define, perform and document remediation of audit issuesExcellent oral and writing skillsExperience working with clients on consulting and advisory engagements
JOB OVERVIEWEvaluation and implementation of client requirements for a wide range of engagementsCoordination with C level managers in the risk, fraud, and compliance, and technology groupsAnalyze processes, system data and artifacts to recommend improvementsDefine Data mapping and interfaces between compliance systems and other banking systemsPerform Data AnalysisCreate analytical models using SQL and data visualization tools like TableauWork with end users to elicit requirementsA college degree with a relevant majorFinancial industry (Banking) experience required.Capital Markets experience requiredTravel – generally less than 15%, but may exceed
BridgeView IT is a technology placement firm assisting a national network of clients identify and hire the highest-caliber IT professionals. Our management and senior recruiting specialists have successfully supported the IT marketplace for over a decade, and we have grown into a world class organization, with operations in major U.S. markets.
BridgeView IT is an equal opportunity employer. To proactively receive new job alerts from BridgeView IT, sign up atwww.bridgeviewit.com/jobalerts.aspx.
|
BridgeView IT Job Postings:
| Date | Title | Type | Job Id |
| 04/28/2015 | Business Analyst, NY | Contract | 5876 |
|
Business Analyst, NY
New York, NY |
| Date Posted: | 04/28/2015 |
|
| Employment Type: | Contract | |
| Job ID: | 5876 | |
|
Job Description |
| Business Analyst, NY
Seeking a Business Analyst, New York, NYBridgeView IT is seeking a Business Analyst for a Contract role. This role is located in New York, NY. Our client is specifically looking for someone who can analyze processes, system data and artifacts to recommend improvements, define data mapping and interfaces between compliance systems and other banking systems.Benefits are available for this position which includes national plan options for medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as a matching 401K plan.
REQUIRED SKILLSStrong knowledge of a range of banking services (retail banking, commercial banking etc)Specific experience in Capital Markets is requiredA background of providing services to financial institutionsDomain expertise in risk, and/or compliance highly preferred although training can be provided for the right candidateAble to interact with commercial software packages, operating systems, and relational databaseStrong knowledge of SQL queriesAbility to analyze data using SQL and spreadsheets or visualization tools like TableauAbility to define, perform and document remediation of audit issuesExcellent oral and writing skillsExperience working with clients on consulting and advisory engagements
JOB OVERVIEWEvaluation and implementation of client requirements for a wide range of engagementsCoordina
BridgeView IT is a technology placement firm assisting a national network of clients identify and hire the highest-caliber IT professionals. Our management and senior recruiting specialists have successfully supported the IT marketplace for over a decade, and we have grown into a world class organization, with operations in major U.S. markets.
BridgeView IT is an equal opportunity employer. To proactively receive new job alerts from BridgeView IT, sign up atwww.bridgeviewit.
|
Wed Apr 29, 2015 2:51 pm (PDT) . Posted by:
"Peter Lutz" peter_f_lutz
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: "Gray Hair Management - Scott Kane" <scott@grayhairmanagement.com>
Date: Apr 27, 2015 6:16 PM
Subject: [GHM] EXTRA 4-27-15
To: <lutzpf@gmail.com>
Cc:
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*[For those in the Chicago area.]*
My friends with business interests including accounting
I hope to see you at the next meeting, *Friday*,* May 1*, from *7**:30AM*
to 9:30AM, *Panera Bread*, on the west side of Waukegan Road, 2 blocks
south of Willow Road, * Glenview * (North Shore Chapter)
Of course. you are welcome anywhere else you choose to join us, too.
Please share.
All the meetings are further publicized at http://www.referrallink.biz as
well as at the http://www.ICPAS.org <http://www.icpas.org/> web site under
Communities: Chapters, Chapter Networking Events
<https://www.icpas.org/hc-education-events.aspx?id=24496>. For more
information about other Illinois CPA Society chapter meetings and social
events, go to http://www.ICPAS.org <http://www.icpas.org/> web site under
Communities: Chapters, Upcoming Chapter Education & Social Events
<https://www.icpas.org/EventsCalendar/EventsCalendar.aspx?ty=454>.
* These networking group meetings are for CPA's -- and anyone else who can
stand us. *
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
* Does Resume Length Matter With ATS?*
Tim Windhof <http://www.careerealism.com/author/tim-windhof/>
A frequently discussed resume question between resume writers, recruiters,
and applicants is the question of the influence of Applicant Tracking
Systems ("ATS") on the appropriate length of a resume.
Back in ancient history (anyone remember the 90s?), the vast majority of
resumes were submitted on paper via snail mail and/or fax. Pre-screening of
resumes those days was performed by a real human being that physically
touched, handled, and actually "scanned" the documents with his/her eyes.
That meant a lot of work for HR. Just imagine having to sift through 200 or
300 applications. The rule of thumb in those days for job hunters was thus
to not "aggravate" or "bother" the pre-screening human being with overly
long resumes that might have meant a quick toss to the "no" pile. As a
consequence, job hunters were advised to limit their resumes to one or two
pages.
* The Influence Of The ATS*
Today, HR does not have to bother with manually screening of the first
round of resumes. That job is done for 80% of all open positions by ATS
software.
But what does that mean for you job hunters? Does the old rule of thumb to
limit your resume to one or two pages still apply?
As far as the ATS is concerned, the answer is easy: it does not. ATS does
not generally get aggravated because a resume might seem long. Quite the
contrary, recent industry studies suggest that longer resumes tend to
perform better in ATS rankings. Why? Because it is easier to reach the
required keyword density with a longer document.
But be aware: just because you decide to submit your long resume version
that includes any certification and internship you ever did 15 or 20 years
ago, does not equate to a better ATS ranking. No, ATS are smart enough to
scan and rank the density of content relevant keywords. So, more does not
necessarily mean better.
* The Process Is Twofold*
You should also bear in mind that passing the ATS is only the first step in
the process of netting an interview. After the ATS have filtered down the
amount of applicants to maybe 10 or 20, an actual person will start reading
these resumes. And that actual person might not be too amused to see that
your document takes more than twice the time to read than some of the other
resumes.
And bam – your resume goes straight to the "no" pile (just like in the 90s;
just at a later stage).
And that's where I usually leave the discussion to the academics about what
the adequate resume length might be is in this time of ATS. They will be
discussing it over and over with no "right" or "wrong" solution. No benefit
for you as the job hunter.
The real important take-away for you as the job hunter here is: your resume
has to equally please the computer and the human eye.
* Consequence*
As the job hunter, you have to please the ATS first. So, if you have enough
relevant (!) content then don't feel bound to leave information off just to
keep your resume to two pages. However, bear in mind that this does not
give you a free ticket to ramble on and on just because the computer does
not care. You still want to please the human reader as well.
So, two or three pages? Whatever you feel better suits the needs of
the ATS *AND
*the human reader.
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
3 Good Reasons To Spend More Time On Your Cover Letter
Belen Chacon <http://www.careerealism.com/author/belen-chacon/>
We've all, in some way, made the mistake of not giving our cover letters
the attention they deserve. Some of us tend to regurgitate the information
in our resume onto the cover letter. While it's okay – and sometimes even
necessary – to include some of the things listed on your resume in your
cover letter, creating a carbon copy of your resume with some added fluff
words won't get you anywhere.
Here are some reasons why you need to spend more time on your cover letter:
Writing A Generic Cover Letter Will Label You As A Generic Employee
Not spending enough time on your cover letter can lead to a very generic
one – and the last thing you want to come off as is generic. According
to career writer and blogger, Alison Green
<http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/2013/01/28/10-phrases-that-dont-belong-in-your-cover-letter>,
it's important to proofread your cover letter, even if you think it is
"perfectly crafted." Chances are your cover letter might have some common
phrases like: "I'm hard working and a great communicator," "Dear sir or
madam," or even "I meet the requirements for the position."
Tip #1: Show, Don't Tell
One of the biggest lessons I took from my creative writing courses at my
undergraduate college is to show, not tell. An employer would be a lot more
interested if you show them how you're a hard worker instead of simply
telling them.
Maybe you've juggled several jobs and school work in the past. You meet the
requirements for the position? How so? Listing the relevant skills you
possess might be a better way to communicate your qualifications.
Still directing your letter to a sir or a madam? Show the employer you care
by going out of your way to find the name of the hiring manager at the
company. Whatever generic phrases you seem to be struggling with, an
employer won't know these things about you if you don't show them in your
cover letter.
Customizing Your Cover Letter Is A Way Of Customizing Yourself
One of the reasons job seekers tend to write unsuccessful cover letters is
because they don't take the time to customize them. If you're not going to
take the extra time to craft a carefully written cover letter, what makes
you think an employer is going to take the time to read your generic letter?
Tip #2: Find The Right Keywords
Morris Associates, Inc
<http://morrisdc.com/2012/05/how-to-read-an-ad-to-customize-your-cover-letter/>,
a career and employment website, suggests printing out the job description
and highlighting keywords, spending extra time on the highlighted words and
thinking about how you can relate them to your skills, and crafting the
first sentence "around the essence of what they want." Doing this will set
you apart from other applicants and increase the chances an employer will
call you in for an interview.
You're Not The Only Job Applicant Out There
According to career and personal branding strategist and author, Jessica
Holbrook Hernandez
<http://www.greatresumesfast.com/blog/2010/07/14/how-not-to-start-your-cover-letter-3/>,
"on a weekly basis, any hiring manager probably receives… hundreds of
resumes and cover letters." So, it's important to catch the reader's
attention from the very beginning.
Tip #3: Have Them At Hello
Using introductory sentences like: "Please accept my resume for
consideration of the (XYZ) position within your organization," isn't a good
way to get any hiring manager's attention, Hernandez writes. It's important
to note that your cover letter is the employer's first impression of you,
"and nothing is more important than the initial first impression."
Spend more time on your cover letter and make sure you don't sound like
everyone else. It's not a waste of time if it has the potential to get you
that interview.
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
10 Tips For A Powerful Elevator Speech
Dorothy Tannahill-Moran
<http://www.careerealism.com/author/dorothy-tannahill-moran/>
An elevator speech (ES) is becoming an important item in the toolkit of
most people. It doesn't matter if you are a job seeker, business person, or
gainfully employed professional, you need a powerful elevator speech (ES)
to extend and support your personal brand.
What you say and how you say it are equal parts to delivering an ES that
will either cause people to take notice of you or go to sleep.
How To Deliver A Powerful Elevator Speech
Here are ten tips for ensuring you have an ES that packs a punch:
1. You Have To "Get" What's Unique About You
If you do nothing else, spend time truly getting what differentiates you,
what causes you to stand out. This is what you want in your elevator speech.
2. It Has To Roll Off Your Tongue
You need to write it down and practice it so it becomes second nature to
you. This will support a confident appearance when you say it.
3. One Sentence Is Usually Enough
Think short and sweet. Powerful is not lengthy or full of too many words.
When you force yourself into one sentence, it causes you to think about
each word more carefully so that each one tends to convey more.
4. Your Second Word Should Be A Verb
What do you do? For others? This also forces you into thinking about your
results and accomplishments. Get a list of powerful verbs, look them up.
5. You Have To Believe It
If you develop an ES that embarrasses you or causes you to cringe, you
either need to beef up your confidence or change what you're saying about
yourself.
6. Give It Attitude
If your ES doesn't have energy or enthusiasm, then expect it to be received
the same way. We like people with confidence
<http://www.careerealism.com/boost-career-build-confidence/> and a bit of
attitude about their abilities. You're not bragging, but proud.
7. Smile
It's hard not to love people who smile. It communicates warmth and
confidence. You come across as engaging and someone people would like to
know more about.
8. Shut Up
Once you've delivered your ES, stop yourself from saying anything else. I
know this is a tough one, but people often blather on, which deflates the
impact of your ES. When you stop talking, it will also prompt the person
you are introducing yourself to to ask about you or introduce themselves.
Both results are great.
9. Leave Them Wanting More
A great test of a powerful ES is if they ask you about what you've just
said. Go have fun with this. Next time you attend a professional meeting,
say your ES, shut up and see what happens.
10. Have A Few ES's In Your Toolkit
ES's are not one size fits all. You will discover that your audience will
be a determining factor in what specific message you want to convey. Once
you have your primary ES, think through the various groups of people you
are likely to use it with. This will help you decide what needs to get
tweaked to make it just right for that group of people.
Your elevator speech is among the first things you do that will form an
impression with others. You want it to be just like you – professional and
well delivered.
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Peter Lutz
From: "Gray Hair Management - Scott Kane" <scott@grayhairmanagement.com>
Date: Apr 27, 2015 6:16 PM
Subject: [GHM] EXTRA 4-27-15
To: <lutzpf@gmail.com>
Cc:
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
* PHOTO DAY IS BACK*
THE EXPERTS SAY YOU SHOULD * HAVE YOUR PICTURE TAKEN FOR LINKEDIN * * AND
OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA SITES*
* Friday, May 1, 2015*
Click here for details
<http://grayhairmanagement.com/networking/details.asp?id=132>
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
* Weekly Job Tips*
* Sign up to receive a weekly job tip from Gray Hair Management to your
cell phone.*
* http://tinyurl.com/47qx48f <http://tinyurl.com/47qx48f>*
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
*[For those in the Chicago area.]*
My friends with business interests including accounting
I hope to see you at the next meeting, *Friday*,* May 1*, from *7**:30AM*
to 9:30AM, *Panera Bread*, on the west side of Waukegan Road, 2 blocks
south of Willow Road, * Glenview * (North Shore Chapter)
Of course. you are welcome anywhere else you choose to join us, too.
Please share.
All the meetings are further publicized at http://www.referrallink.biz as
well as at the http://www.ICPAS.org <http://www.icpas.org/> web site under
Communities: Chapters, Chapter Networking Events
<https://www.icpas.org/hc-education-events.aspx?id=24496>. For more
information about other Illinois CPA Society chapter meetings and social
events, go to http://www.ICPAS.org <http://www.icpas.org/> web site under
Communities: Chapters, Upcoming Chapter Education & Social Events
<https://www.icpas.org/EventsCalendar/EventsCalendar.aspx?ty=454>.
* These networking group meetings are for CPA's -- and anyone else who can
stand us. *
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
* Does Resume Length Matter With ATS?*
Tim Windhof <http://www.careerealism.com/author/tim-windhof/>
A frequently discussed resume question between resume writers, recruiters,
and applicants is the question of the influence of Applicant Tracking
Systems ("ATS") on the appropriate length of a resume.
Back in ancient history (anyone remember the 90s?), the vast majority of
resumes were submitted on paper via snail mail and/or fax. Pre-screening of
resumes those days was performed by a real human being that physically
touched, handled, and actually "scanned" the documents with his/her eyes.
That meant a lot of work for HR. Just imagine having to sift through 200 or
300 applications. The rule of thumb in those days for job hunters was thus
to not "aggravate" or "bother" the pre-screening human being with overly
long resumes that might have meant a quick toss to the "no" pile. As a
consequence, job hunters were advised to limit their resumes to one or two
pages.
* The Influence Of The ATS*
Today, HR does not have to bother with manually screening of the first
round of resumes. That job is done for 80% of all open positions by ATS
software.
But what does that mean for you job hunters? Does the old rule of thumb to
limit your resume to one or two pages still apply?
As far as the ATS is concerned, the answer is easy: it does not. ATS does
not generally get aggravated because a resume might seem long. Quite the
contrary, recent industry studies suggest that longer resumes tend to
perform better in ATS rankings. Why? Because it is easier to reach the
required keyword density with a longer document.
But be aware: just because you decide to submit your long resume version
that includes any certification and internship you ever did 15 or 20 years
ago, does not equate to a better ATS ranking. No, ATS are smart enough to
scan and rank the density of content relevant keywords. So, more does not
necessarily mean better.
* The Process Is Twofold*
You should also bear in mind that passing the ATS is only the first step in
the process of netting an interview. After the ATS have filtered down the
amount of applicants to maybe 10 or 20, an actual person will start reading
these resumes. And that actual person might not be too amused to see that
your document takes more than twice the time to read than some of the other
resumes.
And bam – your resume goes straight to the "no" pile (just like in the 90s;
just at a later stage).
And that's where I usually leave the discussion to the academics about what
the adequate resume length might be is in this time of ATS. They will be
discussing it over and over with no "right" or "wrong" solution. No benefit
for you as the job hunter.
The real important take-away for you as the job hunter here is: your resume
has to equally please the computer and the human eye.
* Consequence*
As the job hunter, you have to please the ATS first. So, if you have enough
relevant (!) content then don't feel bound to leave information off just to
keep your resume to two pages. However, bear in mind that this does not
give you a free ticket to ramble on and on just because the computer does
not care. You still want to please the human reader as well.
So, two or three pages? Whatever you feel better suits the needs of
the ATS *AND
*the human reader.
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
3 Good Reasons To Spend More Time On Your Cover Letter
Belen Chacon <http://www.careerealism.com/author/belen-chacon/>
We've all, in some way, made the mistake of not giving our cover letters
the attention they deserve. Some of us tend to regurgitate the information
in our resume onto the cover letter. While it's okay – and sometimes even
necessary – to include some of the things listed on your resume in your
cover letter, creating a carbon copy of your resume with some added fluff
words won't get you anywhere.
Here are some reasons why you need to spend more time on your cover letter:
Writing A Generic Cover Letter Will Label You As A Generic Employee
Not spending enough time on your cover letter can lead to a very generic
one – and the last thing you want to come off as is generic. According
to career writer and blogger, Alison Green
<http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/2013/01/28/10-phrases-that-dont-belong-in-your-cover-letter>,
it's important to proofread your cover letter, even if you think it is
"perfectly crafted." Chances are your cover letter might have some common
phrases like: "I'm hard working and a great communicator," "Dear sir or
madam," or even "I meet the requirements for the position."
Tip #1: Show, Don't Tell
One of the biggest lessons I took from my creative writing courses at my
undergraduate college is to show, not tell. An employer would be a lot more
interested if you show them how you're a hard worker instead of simply
telling them.
Maybe you've juggled several jobs and school work in the past. You meet the
requirements for the position? How so? Listing the relevant skills you
possess might be a better way to communicate your qualifications.
Still directing your letter to a sir or a madam? Show the employer you care
by going out of your way to find the name of the hiring manager at the
company. Whatever generic phrases you seem to be struggling with, an
employer won't know these things about you if you don't show them in your
cover letter.
Customizing Your Cover Letter Is A Way Of Customizing Yourself
One of the reasons job seekers tend to write unsuccessful cover letters is
because they don't take the time to customize them. If you're not going to
take the extra time to craft a carefully written cover letter, what makes
you think an employer is going to take the time to read your generic letter?
Tip #2: Find The Right Keywords
Morris Associates, Inc
<http://morrisdc.com/2012/05/how-to-read-an-ad-to-customize-your-cover-letter/>,
a career and employment website, suggests printing out the job description
and highlighting keywords, spending extra time on the highlighted words and
thinking about how you can relate them to your skills, and crafting the
first sentence "around the essence of what they want." Doing this will set
you apart from other applicants and increase the chances an employer will
call you in for an interview.
You're Not The Only Job Applicant Out There
According to career and personal branding strategist and author, Jessica
Holbrook Hernandez
<http://www.greatresumesfast.com/blog/2010/07/14/how-not-to-start-your-cover-letter-3/>,
"on a weekly basis, any hiring manager probably receives… hundreds of
resumes and cover letters." So, it's important to catch the reader's
attention from the very beginning.
Tip #3: Have Them At Hello
Using introductory sentences like: "Please accept my resume for
consideration of the (XYZ) position within your organization," isn't a good
way to get any hiring manager's attention, Hernandez writes. It's important
to note that your cover letter is the employer's first impression of you,
"and nothing is more important than the initial first impression."
Spend more time on your cover letter and make sure you don't sound like
everyone else. It's not a waste of time if it has the potential to get you
that interview.
* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>*
10 Tips For A Powerful Elevator Speech
Dorothy Tannahill-Moran
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An elevator speech (ES) is becoming an important item in the toolkit of
most people. It doesn't matter if you are a job seeker, business person, or
gainfully employed professional, you need a powerful elevator speech (ES)
to extend and support your personal brand.
What you say and how you say it are equal parts to delivering an ES that
will either cause people to take notice of you or go to sleep.
How To Deliver A Powerful Elevator Speech
Here are ten tips for ensuring you have an ES that packs a punch:
1. You Have To "Get" What's Unique About You
If you do nothing else, spend time truly getting what differentiates you,
what causes you to stand out. This is what you want in your elevator speech.
2. It Has To Roll Off Your Tongue
You need to write it down and practice it so it becomes second nature to
you. This will support a confident appearance when you say it.
3. One Sentence Is Usually Enough
Think short and sweet. Powerful is not lengthy or full of too many words.
When you force yourself into one sentence, it causes you to think about
each word more carefully so that each one tends to convey more.
4. Your Second Word Should Be A Verb
What do you do? For others? This also forces you into thinking about your
results and accomplishments. Get a list of powerful verbs, look them up.
5. You Have To Believe It
If you develop an ES that embarrasses you or causes you to cringe, you
either need to beef up your confidence or change what you're saying about
yourself.
6. Give It Attitude
If your ES doesn't have energy or enthusiasm, then expect it to be received
the same way. We like people with confidence
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attitude about their abilities. You're not bragging, but proud.
7. Smile
It's hard not to love people who smile. It communicates warmth and
confidence. You come across as engaging and someone people would like to
know more about.
8. Shut Up
Once you've delivered your ES, stop yourself from saying anything else. I
know this is a tough one, but people often blather on, which deflates the
impact of your ES. When you stop talking, it will also prompt the person
you are introducing yourself to to ask about you or introduce themselves.
Both results are great.
9. Leave Them Wanting More
A great test of a powerful ES is if they ask you about what you've just
said. Go have fun with this. Next time you attend a professional meeting,
say your ES, shut up and see what happens.
10. Have A Few ES's In Your Toolkit
ES's are not one size fits all. You will discover that your audience will
be a determining factor in what specific message you want to convey. Once
you have your primary ES, think through the various groups of people you
are likely to use it with. This will help you decide what needs to get
tweaked to make it just right for that group of people.
Your elevator speech is among the first things you do that will form an
impression with others. You want it to be just like you – professional and
well delivered.
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