Learn how to create a persuasive elevator speech that hooks listeners immediately.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Think about your last job interview. How much time did you spend preparing the pitch? No, I’m not talking about your pitch, but the ...

First impressions stick. It’s obviously an overused cliche, but it’s a cliche for a reason. People remember how you make them feel the first time you meet them. Did you make them feel uncomfortable?

In many professional scenarios, when introducing yourself, you’ll have a limited period of time to capture the attention of the person you are meeting. From networking events to first-round interviews ...