An elevator speech is an excellent way to convey your skills while networking and seeking employment. Prior to entering into this discussion forum, review the Forbes Mentor Week // Dr. Murad Abel  (Links to an external site.)video (Abel, 2015) that addresses the concept of “elevator speeches,” the Forbes Mentor Week // Dr. Marcus Crayton // Ashford University (Links to an external site.)video (Crayton, 2015) about how branding applies to you personally and professionally, and the Forbes Mentor Week // Dr. Karen Lynne-Daniels Ivy // Ashford University (Links to an external site.) video (Ivy, 2015) about navigating the future with your personal action plan. An elevator speech is a one-minute summary of who you are, why you are qualified, and what you have to offer the organization or industry. A brief sales pitch will ensure that you are prepared to discuss your career goals whenever the opportunity presents itself. In addition to the videos listed above, review the following two Forbes’ articles:

• The Perfect Elevator Pitch To Land A Job (Links to an external site.)
• How to Craft an Elevator Speech That Makes a Big Impact (Links to an external site.)

After you have read the articles, develop your elevator speech. The elevator speech should focus on how you practice leadership. Record the audio to your speech using one of the following options: