Barbara Wasserman Coaching The “One Minute of Me” Speech Name:____________________________Date:__________ The “One Minute of Me” speech or pitch is a short, focused story that helps to share what you are passionate about, and get your listener to feel excited about what you do. It prepares you for the often-asked question: “what do you do?” Use the themes that emerge from the “Finding and Defining your Callings Worksheet” to get started on your “One Minute of Me” speech by: Writing two or three sentences that share: • Your passions/callings/goals/changes you are creating in your life. • What you want to do with your callings: how will you make your passion a reality? Who will be your audience? How will you find and reach your audience? How will they find you? • Finally, develop a ‘concluding question.’ The concluding question is designed to engage the listener, to draw the listener further into the conversation, to bring them into your experience, or to connect by inviting them to share an experience. [email protected] 781-861-1818 ex.11 www.barbarawassermancoaching.com Examples: 1. I have led a number of extensive community fundraisers and am now interested in taking on a similar role in the corporate world. Do you think certain industries may have more opportunities than others? 2. Farm to Table cooking is my passion. In addition to modifying my own diet, I am exploring ways to educate others. Do you have any experience with Farm to Table cooking? 3. I am committed to completing and publishing my first book about _____. I am researching how to get books published. Are you familiar with the process of getting a book published? Or, Do you know anyone who has gone through publishing a book? My “One Minute of Me” Speech: [email protected] 781-861-1818 ex.11 www.barbarawassermancoaching.com Now, practice your speech at least five times a day, out loud. When you’re comfortable, test-drive it with people who support you. Then, use it at the supermarket or bank. Once you can say it in your sleep, you are ready for fundraisers, cocktail parties, weddings and other places where you are sure to hear the question “what do you do?” *I would love to see your speech. Email me to let me know how it’s going at [email protected]. [email protected] 781-861-1818 ex.11 www.barbarawassermancoaching.com