A Capsule Biography is your "One-minute Commercial"
This technique will help you introduce yourself to people in a field that interests you. Once you have the details of your introduction jotted down for yourself, practice saying it. Rehearsing ahead of time will make it easy for you to approach employers with confidence. Give the recruiter the opportunity to hear about your education, skills, interests, related work experience, and career goals within one minute.
- Hello, my name is _____________________________
- I am interested in _____________________________________________
- I have experience in
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- My strongest skills include
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- My qualifications include
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- I am looking for information about opportunities in
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- My immediate concerns (needs, fears, etc.) are
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- Do you know anyone like that, or have some advice as to how I could connect with someone who knows someone, etc.?