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How To Create A Compelling 30 Second Self-introduction Posted on March 1, 2011 by geraldine_goddess We live in a society with advert-length attention spans.? We can capture that short attention span by creating a 30 second personal ad, otherwise known as “a self-introduction”. I’m going to show you how… in 180 seconds! One of my bugbears occurs at functions when the harassed facilitator pleads: “Now we’ve got a lot to cover today, so please give brief 30 second self introductions.”? Before long, someone grabs 4 minutes of “Me Me Time” at everyone’s expense.? A new trend begins of 4, 5, 6 minute mind numbing self-introductions. I used to think such people were insensitive, selfish and couldn’t follow direction.? Now having worked with so many people, I understand that the number one reason some people rave and ramble when they introduce themselves is: they simply don’t know how to structure a succinct self-introduction. they simply are so nervous about speaking, they blank out and ramble. they simply are unprepared and have no idea what they are doing there. they simply are insensitive, selfish and can’t follow direction! The Key Benefits of Keeping You Short Sweet First Impressions, like First Contact, create a lasting legacy. Less Is More – keeping your words clutter-free makes you easier to understand. Being Succinct shows respect for other people’s time this is always appreciated. Succinctly introducing yourself with ease and grace enables you to: Quickly establish rapport and open a connection. Give an ‘elevator” speech and create an opportunity. Make a powerful impression that gets you noticed. It’s a good idea to have a few self-intro’s up your sleeve, because you don’t want to sound like a broken record and because everybody, every situation and everyday is different. 1. Describe the benefit of what you do for others (not your title or process.)2. Use visual, graphic examples to which people can easily relate.3. Give your name. Most people want