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 ...

I return from a networking event and open my business card holder.There are about 30 new cards. Somehow, I feel like I worked ...

James McKenzie explains why a good elevator pitch is so vital – whether it’s introducing yourself, writing a CV or pitching a technology or business plan Direct benefit: Being able to speak clearly ...

An elevator pitch is a concise and compelling summary of your business that can be delivered in the time it takes to ride an elevator, typically 30 seconds to 2 minutes. This brief yet powerful ...

An effective elevator pitch opens doors — it’s your introduction to professional acquaintances, colleagues, and potential employers. Here are three tips for crafting the perfect pitch. Crafting a ...

Break up your week with a fun networking event! Think speed dating, but with networking. Mingle, mix and work on your elevator pitch with PRSA and AMA's brightest. Hey, you might even score a number ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. There is never any predicting what interaction, whether it’s in a grocery store or at a networking function, will present a new business ...