1. INK 07: TEN TOP STEPS TOWARDS A GREAT ROTARY ELEVATOR SPEECH

2. {01} Know what an elevator speech is?
Concise, engaging explanation
Delivered in less than 1 minute
Learnt by heart but…
Delivered as if fresh

3. {02} Know what it is for
We like info. in short bites
A way to engage others
Start a conversation to share more
Useful for Social media profiles
Pitching stories to media

4. {03} Include phrases that resonate
Doing good in the world
Making a difference
Making the world a better place

5. {04} Include unique qualities of Rotary
World’s 1st service club in 1905
World’s Biggest service club – 1.2 million members in 200 countries
Comprising Community leaders
Helped to shape United Nations

6. {05} Include Rotary’s work
Develop leadership skills
Promote Ethical practices in Vocations & living
Help Locally
Do good Globally
E.g. Ridding world of polio
E.g. Working for world peace

7. {06} Include benefits
Develops leadership skills
Provides a support network
Enriches Business contacts
An opportunity to give back
Fun & Social events

8. {07} Include some local action
Family violence awareness
Brian Dowie park
Vocational & School Scholarships

9. {08} Deliver effectively
Inject energy & share passion
Be proud but avoid bragging
Be warm & engaging

10. {09} Consider Examples
Read other Elevator speeches
Available on District Web site or Google “Rotary Elevator Speech”
Combine the elements you like best
Or make your own from scratch

11. {10} Practice & Edit
Try your speech out with a friend
Get feedback
Edit and trim
Try it out at your club

12. Thank You