Elevator Pitch Quiz

What is the purpose of having an elevator pitch?

• To make the conversation longer

• To bore the listener

• To create curiosity and interest

• To confuse the listener

What is a common mistake people make with elevator pitches?

• Being too short

• Being too clear

• Being too vague

• Being too compelling

What is the first rule in crafting a compelling elevator pitch?

• Be clear

• Be vague

• Be uninteresting

• Be boring

What is the best way to be compelling in an elevator pitch?

• Describe the benefits or ideal outcomes

• Avoid describing what you do

• Use technical jargon

• Be vague

A clear elevator pitch will make you and your team much more effective at generating new business opportunities and getting referrals.

• True

• False

How should you use your elevator pitch?

• Don't practice it

• Use it only in formal settings

• Make it sound natural

• Make it sound rehearsed

What is the cardinal sin when it comes to elevator pitches?

• Being too boring

• Being too compelling

• Being too vague

• Being too clear

An elevator pitch is a short summary of who you are, what you do, and what makes you unique.

• True

• False

What should you do if people don't ask follow-up questions after your elevator pitch?

• Make it more vague

• Make it more boring

• Make some tweaks to inject curiosity

• Make it longer

Why is having a clear elevator pitch important?

• To be more effective at generating new business opportunities

• To make conversations longer

• To bore the listener

• To confuse potential clients