I've heard about the "elevator pitch"* but what questions are most important to capture someone's attention? What key points can help someone get to know me quickly?

Here are some key points to include in your "elevator pitch," a brief statement that introduces you to a networking contact or other individuals you meet along your career journey.

• Name
• Profession
• Where I am from…
• Most recently I have been working…
• My career history includes…
• My greatest strengths are…
• Examples of how I have used my strengths include…. (give 1 or 2 examples)
• My goals for the future/I am currently exploring…
• Something you can't read about me on my résumé…

*An elevator pitch is an overview of an idea for a product, service, or project. The name reflects the fact that an elevator pitch can be delivered in the time span of an elevator ride (for example, thirty seconds or 100-150 words).