How to introduce yourself — and get hired | Rebecca Okamoto

About this episode

Rebecca Okamoto shares five ways to effectively introduce yourself in a professional setting.

First impressions matter, so how do you make yours count? Communication consultant Rebecca Okamoto outlines five simple ways to introduce yourself in 20 words or fewer, setting up any interview or conversation for those three crucial words: "Tell me more." After, Modupe shares her own advice for practicing giving introductions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Guest: Rebecca Okamoto

Topics covered

• first impressions
• communication
• job interviews
• self-introduction
• professional advice

Keywords

• introduction
• communication skills
• job search
• interview tips
• first impressions

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