The stress associated with presenting yourself recurs time and time again when everyone's eyes and ears are on you in an online or face-to-face meeting. Things are known and clear to you, including strengths and skills, but every time you are required to introduce yourself, you find it difficult to present the brand, despite many years of in-depth acquaintance. With the help of ChatGPT, we've found a solution for you in the Harvard Business School bulletin.
The secret is simple! Using the framework: present, past and future.
Start with what's happening now.
Present:
To begin, a concise statement about yourself – who you are and what you do. Keep it simple and relevant to the context:
"Hi, I'm Sivan, a software engineer, currently focused on optimizing the customer experience."
"Nice to meet you all. I'm Michael, the creative director in the Tel Aviv office."
Of course, what you share will depend on your situation and audience. If you're not sure what to share, your name and job title are a great place to start. If there is an opportunity to elaborate, you can also share other details such as your current project, your expertise, or your geographic location.
Start in the present, describe what you've done in the past and express excitement for the future, Photo: @pressfoto / Freepik
Past:
The second part of your introduction is past time. This is where you can add two or three dots to give people relevant details about your background. It's also your chance to build credibility. Consider your education and other certificates, previous projects, employers, and achievements:
"My background is in computer science. Prior to joining this team, I worked with big data to identify insights for our clients in the healthcare industry."
"I've been in the office for eight years. I recently worked on Millennium Finance's budget, where last year's campaign won us a Webby Award.
Future:
End by introducing yourself to a part that is future-oriented and expresses enthusiasm for what lies ahead. Whether in a job interview, meeting, or starting a project, communicate your excitement and goals:
"I'm honored to be here. This project represents a significant opportunity for all of us."
"I am excited to partner with you all and tackle our clients' biggest challenges head-on!"
That's it. This is your self-presentation framework. Present, past, future. An eloquent and effective statement. By using this approach, you will not only present yourself better, but you will also be freed from ruminating on what you will say when it is your turn to introduce yourself and you will be able to truly listen to what others are saying about themselves. You will also make it easier for the person to introduce themselves after you, because you will end your self-presentation with a smile, real confidence and an excellent impression. So the next time you're in a meeting and someone says, 'Let's introduce ourselves in order,' you'll know what to do.
Good luck!
Wrong? We'll fix it! If you find a mistake in the article, please share with us