Crafting Elevator Pitches for Career Shift

I used to wince when I heard, "Tell me about yourself." Never again... Steal my 4-part formula for creating your pitch 👇 (especially helpful for generalists & pivoters) "Tell me about yourself" (aka "Walk me through your resume") is usually the first question asked in an interview. Your elevator pitch is a chance to explain: - Who you are - Your unique value prop - What you’re looking for next - Why this conversation fits your 'what's next' Do NOT tell your entire chronological career history 🥱 Use this 4-part framework to crush it: 1) INTRO - Full name - Location (optional) 2) PRESENT - One-line summary aka personal brand statement such as, “I help [who you help] achieve [business outcomes you drive] by [how you do it].” - Current/most recent role 3) PAST - Education (optional, only if relevant) - Use the Rule of 3 to highlight 3 pillars, key roles, or past experiences (ONLY 3) - For each of the 3, break down your relevant skills and experience, told through examples w/ tangible outcomes 4) FUTURE - What you’re looking for next - Why this role/company/conversation lines up Cut down til it’s 2 min max. Ensure it sounds like something you’d actually say out loud. Using the Hemingway app if you need help! This approach was super effective for me, especially when I shared an abbreviated version in networking conversations. It gave me a ton of opportunity to practice and iterate. Now, I’ve helped hundreds of generalists use it to level up their positioning, attract more opportunities, and feel confident conveying their value 🤑 Save this one for later. Would you try this? Comment below 👇

𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭? Here’s how to own your story. Ever been in a situation where it feels challenging to explain your career shift? Sometimes, it’s hard for others— for people reviewing your resume—to fully understand how your past experiences translate into your new role. They might focus on job titles or specific skills, but there’s so much more beneath the surface. I recently had a conversation with Abhijit Bhaduri, and his perspective really stood out: "𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠." That line made me pause. It’s not just about switching roles or industries—it’s about who you’re becoming in the process. Here’s what Abhijit shared, and I think it will resonate with anyone navigating a career transition. 1. 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲? Before making a career move, take a moment to ask yourself: Am I ready to shift my professional identity? Career changes force us to step outside our comfort zones and reimagine who we are. If you’re comfortable with that shift, it can open doors you never thought possible. 2. 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 It’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind, but career shifts demand clarity. What is it that you really contribute? Beyond the job title or tasks, what’s the real impact you make? This clarity gives you the confidence to tell your story in a compelling way. 3. 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 When you explain your career shift, it’s not just about listing your skills. The real question is: How has your work driven results? Frame your experience in terms of the impact you’ve had. Show how your skills have shaped outcomes, and people will see your value in a new light. Every career shift is an opportunity to redefine not just what you do but who you are. It’s about taking ownership of your story and framing it in a way that highlights your growth and contribution. So the next time you’re explaining a career shift, remember—it’s about your identity, your contribution, and your impact. 🎯 What’s been your biggest learning from your own career shifts? Catch the full episode through the link below and dive deeper into the conversation! #CareerShifts #Leadership #TransferableSkills #IdentityShift #Growth