One way I like to think about the "elevator pitch" (that I've done, but never actually in an elevator) is to distill it down to your values, commitments, and stakes in your work. (The last year or so, I have found that it has been very helpful to think about my values, and what I value in my work.)
I so love a good elevator chat. I know I'm a Midwestern deep down in my soul because nothing gives me more pleasure than talking to strangers about the weather.
One way I like to think about the "elevator pitch" (that I've done, but never actually in an elevator) is to distill it down to your values, commitments, and stakes in your work. (The last year or so, I have found that it has been very helpful to think about my values, and what I value in my work.)
That's an interesting take, Monica. I think I actually could summarize what a lot of my writing is about if someone asked.
What a lovely post today! Your students are lucky to have you.
Thanks, Sandra!
I hate the very idea of the elevator pitch. Elevator chats, excellent!
Insightful post.
I so love a good elevator chat. I know I'm a Midwestern deep down in my soul because nothing gives me more pleasure than talking to strangers about the weather.
I love this. I agree, I never liked the idea of an “elevator pitch“. I’m just really weary of a world that wants to do everything so damn fast.
Good point, Karen. Let's make time for long, complicated conversations.
I love long, complicated, deep conversations so much.
Me, too.