Description
ELEVATOR SPEECH – PART I
Overview:
An “elevator speech” (or “elevator pitch”) is a succinct, persuasive statement that explains what you do, and why your initiatives are unique and important. An elevator speech should last no longer than the time it takes for a short elevator ride (as the name implies). The optimal pitch includes a memorable wrap-up BEFORE the elevator doors open!
For this assignment, you will submit the transcript of your elevator speech. It should be NO MORE than one page in length (given the elements of APA formatting that are described in the guidance below), which equates to a pitch of about one minute.
Elevator Speeches are generally organized into three paragraphs (introduction, body, conclusion), each starting with a topic sentence. In a well-constructed paragraph, each sentence within the paragraph relates clearly to the topic sentence with the “controlling idea.” If topic sentences are not the most “overarching” sentence of the paragraph, or if there are not three paragraphs, write new topic sentences, and combine or separate written content to achieve an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. Each paragraph must have at least two sentences, the first of which is the topic sentence.
Introduction: In this first paragraph of the Elevator Speech, the topic sentence generally introduces THE AUTHOR. A “hook” should immediately follow to capture the interest of your audience.
Body: The middle paragraph is where your unique interest, initiative or expertise is presented. The topic sentence should introduce this interest, initiative or expertise. Be sure to keep the information relevant, brief, and easy to understand.
Conclusion: In this last paragraph, the topic sentence should summarize and “sell” your unique interest, initiative or expertise.
Purpose Assignment Instructions
The purpose of the assignment is not only to consider what makes you unique and your work important as an Family nurse practitioner , but to practice the process of writing clearly and succinctly. Your grade for this assignment will depend on your ability to construct a one-page transcript that is readable, organized, and persuasive. These assignments will draw on your ability to use:
Prescribed assignment instructions;
Microsoft Word (and differentiate Word docs from Google docs);
File download and upload processes;
ZOOM videoconferencing software;
Defined elements from APA Style;
Appropriate grammar and writing mechanics;
Clarity, brevity and logical organization in writing;
Constructive critique.
Process:
Read assignment instructions completely (and request clarification) until you are confident with the instructions.
Your speech should consider a problem within nursing and what you think can be done to address this problem (think along the lines of a future DNP project!). You will need to research your topic among various sources to assure that your speech has a razor-sharp focus. Begin the paper by introducing yourself as a (FNP or WHNP) DNP student. Explaining what you are interested in doing, why your interests are unique, why your initiatives are important, and how being a NP/DNP will help you attain your goal.
Once you have explored your ideas and decide on a focus, develop a draft paper that:
Uses topic sentences to organize thoughts into paragraphs;
Has opening and closing sentences;
Is interesting and persuasive.
Revise your draft to produce a final ONE PAGE paper. In developing the final paper, include the following:
The following format elements from APA Style:
Double-spacing;
1-inch margins;
Times New Roman 12-point font;
Title page (student paper format).
A catchy title for your paper (e.g.: Snow White: Achondroplasia Adaptation Innovator) on the title page.
Attention to grammar and punctuation conventions.
Brevity, as shown by attention to the length requirement. The text of your assignment (excluding the title page) should not exceed 1 page. There should not be a need to include references in this
