Just recently, in a conversation with one of my best friends Marv, we decided to label ourselves present and future. I've finally created an elevator pitch that can evolve as I grow. A personal elevator conversation can lead to strong connections, expose what you're looking for, plans for the future, or stand out. They should be kept under 30 seconds, relevant and be spoken with confidence without sounding arrogant. You can start general and then get into any specifics. Be authentic to who you are. Focus on the problems you would like to solve and if you have numbers, share them. End with what you're looking for. Here’s my elevator pitch. What’s yours?