1.

Question 1

What should you plan to do during a networking session?

i) Check out who are the potential employers and approach them to introduce yourself
ii) Look out for friends and move around with them so that you will not be alone when engaging
with new contacts
iii) Engage in conversations with different people. There are possibilities of building mutually
beneficial and professional relationships

1.

i & ii

2.

ii & iii

3.

i & iii

4.

All of the above

Feedback

Network with people that can offer you a job. But also network with other people who might open
up potential opportunities for future collaborations and building of mutually beneficial and
professional relationship. 

2. Question 2

Jimmy has completed an online assessment test and found out that he is a big picture person, he
tends to be creative, strategic, and visionary but he can also be messy, disorganized, and forgetful.
He should:

1.

should focus on his strengths and ignore his potential weaknesses.

2.

Leverage his strengths and be mindful of his weaknesses.

3.
 Attempt to change his unique qualities.

Feedback

Correct answer. Instead of ignoring his weakness totally, it is better to take a holistic approach that
reduces the negative expression of traits and uses strengths to the fullest.

3. Question 3

How should you react when a potential investor asked for a detailed elaboration during an elevator
pitch session?

1.

Give your best effort to address the question

2.

Politely ask him/her to refer to your business plan report for further details

3.

Suggest to him/her to make an appointment after the session

4.

Politely reply that you will not be responding to the question during this session as it
will take up too much time.

Feedback

Incorrect answer.

4. Question 4

Which of the following is a safe conversation starter at a networking event?

1.

Ask for the contact of the Hiring Manager

2.

Family And Relationship Issues

3.
 Training Workshops for Professional Development

Feedback

Correct answer. It is impolite to ask for an introduction or job leads when you are meeting
someone for the first time.
People may not be comfortable discussing their matters or finding out yours.
Instead, discuss relevant topics relating to job and professional matters.

5. Question 5

Which of the following are ways you can prepare for a networking event?
i. Set clear goals and understand my purpose of attending the event
ii. Conduct proper research to find out which companies would be present
iii. Prepare and customise my elevator pitch accordingly to who I am expecting to meet

1.

i and ii

2.

ii and iii

3.

i, ii and iii

4.

i and iii

Feedback

Correct answer! All options are correct - Setting your goals for attending the event or reflecting on
your purpose of attending the event will help you be more focused during the networking event.
When you are armed with relevant information, you have more to offer and hence able to
participate in conversations confidently. Your elevator pitch will enable you to provide the other
party with information and an introduction of yourself will help to get the conversation going.

6. Question 6

How should you start your business elevator pitch?

1.

Show who are your competitors and why your product is better?
 2.

Introduce and elaborate on your team members’ expertise and contribution

3.

Explain the value of your solution and how it works

4.

Explain the problem you are trying to solve

Feedback

Incorrect answer.

7. Question 7

How should you conclude your elevator pitch for an opportunity with an organisation?

i. Elaborate on your suitability

ii. State how the current opportunity would align with your interests
iii. Describe your relevant experiences
iv. State the specific type of opportunity you are looking for (e.g. internship, full-time position or
volunteer stint etc.)

1.

i, ii

2.

ii, iii

3.

ii, iv

4.

iii, iv

Feedback

Incorrect answer.
8. Question 8

Your school-mate Dorcas, an entrepreneur would like to seek potential investors for her company
at a networking event. What should she share with people attending the event?

1.

Pitch Deck

2.

Elevator Pitch

3.

Business Plan

4.

Operations Plan

Feedback

An elevator pitch is a brief description of your business or brand which should not be longer than
30 seconds. The goal is to introduce your company’s background, expertise, and purpose, to
attract potential investors or customers. 

9. Question 9

Jimmy has set a personal goal to identify his personal qualities. What methods below can help him
to better identify his qualities?
i. Search for his favourite job positions and relate to those required skill sets and traits.
ii. Think about what he is passionate about as an adult.
iii. Seek feedbacks from your family, friends, mentors & coaches.

1.

A&B

2.

B&C

3.

A, B and C
 Feedback

Correct answer. Casting your job as the fundamental basis that enables your passion will help you
value your job, and can give you the energy to excel at it. People who know you well or whom
you spend the most time with will easily be able to share with you the qualities they see as being
your strengths. Jimmy may or may not possess the skillsets required in his favourite job positions.

10. Question 10

Which of the following is NOT the type of traction you can show in your pitch deck?

1.

The milestones that you have achieved in the development of your value proposition

2.

Evidence of interest expressed by early customers

3.

Sales data of existing comparable products

4.

None of the above

Feedback

Incorrect answer.

1. Question 1

As a fresh graduate, Cindy has heard of the importance of personal branding. She would like to
build on her digital personal brand. Which of the following advice is correct?

1.

Building a personal brand also lets you show off your unique characteristics so you
can differentiate yourself from others in your field of specialization

2.

A personal brand is nice but unnecessary.

3.
 You Have to Be an Extrovert to Have a Personal Brand

Feedback

Correct answer.  
Having a strong personal brand makes it more likely that you’ll be exposed to a lot more
opportunities. These include more interviews, promotions, job offers, contacts, clients etc.

2. Question 2

Tim is about to graduate soon, and he is looking for an engineer position in the medical science
sector. His friends had advised him to network with professionals in the medical science industry.
However, he is unsure of this approach as he is not comfortable with Networking. How would you
advise him?

1.

It is guaranteed to secure a job opening through networking.

2.

Do what you are most comfortable with, and stay true to your views.

3.

Networking will help you develop and improve your skillset and stay on top of the
latest trends in your industry and gain access to more job opportunities.

Feedback

Correct answer. Networking will help you develop and improve your skillset and stay on top of
the latest trends in your industry and job market. Networking also helps you to advance your
career and gives you access to more job opportunities.  

3. Question 3

What are the factors required to create a good student business card?

1.

Name, Contact, Academic GPA results, Unique Qualities, Social media handles,
Fonts & Colours.

2.

Name, Contact, Field of Study, Academic Major, Social media handles, Fonts &
Colours.
 3.

Name, Contact, Academic GPA results, CCA awards, Social media handles, Fonts &
Colours.

Feedback

Correct answer. For business name cards, there is no need to showcase Academic GPA results or
CCA awards. Instead focus on your contact details, Academic Majors and ease of access to your
digital media accounts.

4. Question 4

Which of the following statements about building a consistent and positive online brand presence
is true?
i. I should periodically conduct a self-audit on my online presence and remove any undesirable
postings that are not consistent with my brand.
ii. I only need to be careful with my professional social media accounts (e.g. LinkedIn). My other
social media accounts (e.g. Instagram, twitter, Facebook) are personal, hence I can post what I
want.
iii. I should ensure that I maintain a positive online brand presence across all my social media
accounts as they all reflect who I am professionally and personally.

1.

iii only

2.

i and iii

3.

i, ii and iii

4.

i and ii

Feedback

Correct answer. Options i and iii are correct -Your online brand presence should be consistent all
social media platforms. Don’t jeopardise your future job prospects as potential employers conduct
background checks on your social media platforms before offering you a position. Be mindful of
your digital footprint!

5. Question 5
 Which of the following is NOT a good way to end a conversation?

1.

Make future plans to connect by exchanging business cards or offering to pass them
a copy of your Resume

2.

Thank them for their time and sharing

3.

Reiterate your opinion about a topic to convince the other party to accept your point
of view

4.

Ak to connect on social media such as LinkedIn

Feedback

Correct answer. End the conversations on a positive note, never try to impose your opinion on
others.

6. Question 6

Your friend, Esther has an opportunity to deliver an elevator pitch at a networking reception. What
should she include in her personal brand?

i. Who is she and what does she do?

ii. Her likes and dislikes
iii. Something that would differentiate her from the crowd
iv. Something to establish common ground with her audience

1.

i, ii, iii

2.

ii, iii, iv

3.

i, iii, iv
 4.

i and iii,

Feedback

Esther’s personal brand in an elevator pitch should ideally not include her dislikes. 

7. Question 7

Raymond has been selected for a job interview next week for an Engineer position for a
telecommunication firm. He is currently preparing for his interview. What are the steps involved
to build a good elevator pitch?

1.

Objective – Audience – Impress

2.

You – Audience – Craft to Action

3.

Situation – Audience – Action

Feedback

Correct answer. 
Step 1: You or Your personal brand.
Who are you? What do you do?
 
Step 2: Your audience
Why does it matter to the person you are speaking to?
 
Step 3: Call to Action
What is next?

8. Question 8

After several internships with various companies, Jensen would like to look for former colleagues
to be his referees in his job applications. Which is NOT a potential benefit of networking to his
professional career?

1.

Third-party references on your character and work ethics

 2.

Access to industry trends and developments

3.

Former colleagues who do not agree with your work performance

4.

More visibility and opportunities to collaborate

Feedback

People who do not agree with Jensen’s work performance may not contribute to his networking
efforts. 

9. Question 9

Your close friend, Jane is seeking guidance to prepare for her job interview tomorrow. Which of
these questions would help her identify what is unique about herself and her personal brand?

i. What are you really good at?

ii. How do your peers describe you?
iii. What are desirable personal qualities for employment?
iv. Are your achievements a result of your strengths and who you are?

1.

i, ii, iii

2.

ii, iv

3.

ii, iii

4.

i, ii, iv

Feedback
 Simply emulating desirable personal qualities for employment may not help Jane to develop a
personal brand and a set of meanings for herself which are authentic, positive and sustainable.

10. Question 10

Kelvin, a 1st-year student in the School of Computer Science and Engineering, has been invited to
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) programmer networking session. How should Kelvin start to
plan for this event?
i. Think about what you will like to achieve & find out who will be attending the event
ii. Practise elevator speech & Prepare Student Business Cards & a Pen
iii. Add those who will be attending the event in Linkedin before the session.

1.

i & ii

2.

ii & iii

3.

i, ii and iii

Feedback

Correct answer. Set a goal for yourself. Review the RSVP list before the event so that you can
prepare what type of questions & discussion to engage them
Prepare an introduction that briefly highlights your qualities, skills and interests. Student Business
Cards & a Pen will be good for exchanging contacts. It is better to add contacts after networking
with them. The chances of them accepting Kelvin’s request will be higher.

1.
2. Kelvin has developed professional relationships with his contacts and is keen to look for an
internship position. Which of the following is a good approach to seek internship openings from
his contacts?
i. Ask for information & advice about the job
ii. Send his resume and request for his contact to forward to the Hiring manager
iii. Craft an email, and highlight one of the organization's achievements and how your skills or
experience would contribute to the company
1. i & iii
2. ii & iii
3. i, ii and iii

Feedback

Correct answer.  
 Even if the contact help Kelvin to send his Resume, this approach may not convince the hiring
manager to hire Kelvin.
It is better to show interest in the position than simply asking the person if they can get you a job
or if they can "put in a good word" for you at the hiring company. Alternatively, ask the person for
advice as to how you can go about getting the job you are after. This will appeal to their expertise
in the field while also showing them your interest in a position or field of work.

3. Question 2

Kelvin has contacted the organizers and they have informed him that the event dress code will be
casual. However, he would like to impress the attendees with a professional formal full suit. What
would be an ideal dress code for casual?
1. Blazer with jeans and pants
2. Polo tees with ripped jeans
3. Professional formal full suit

Feedback

Correct answer. A blazer can dress up or down to meet your needs. This is crucial when it comes
to what to wear to a networking event because a good blazer can be worn both to a casual event
with jeans, or can be dressed up in combination with matching suit pants, tailored trousers or a
corporate dress or skirt.

4. Question 3

Your roommate, Ashley is interested to apply for a marketing communications intern position at
an international fast moving consumer goods company. She has sought your advice to improve her
elevator pitch for the internship:
1. “Hi, my name is Ashley and I am a third-year business major at NTU.
2. I am interested in marketing communications as a possible career and I am well prepared
for the internship you are offering.
3. In addition to attending classes, I have spent my time volunteering with Community
Development Councils and working with Members of Parliament.
4. This internship appeals to me, since I would be doing work in the field where I wish to
work.
5. My skills include social media marketing, drafting appeal letters and social work.
6. Here is my resume. I look forward to learning more about the position. What would be
the best way to get in touch?”
Which components were NOT covered in her elevator pitch above?

i. Name the field she is interested to work in

ii. Describe what type of organisation she would like to work in
iii. State unique skills and background information that makes her the best candidate
iv. State the benefits she would bring to the organisation 
7. i, ii, iii
8. i, ii, iv
9. ii, iii, iv
10. All of the above

Feedback

Ashley could describe the type of organisation she is interested to work in, the unique skills or
background that makes her the best candidate and the benefits she would bring to the organisation.

5. Question 4
 During the preparation of the pitch deck, one of your team members asks you if it is important to
include the details of the team. What should be your advice to him?
1. No, the solution is more important. Team members may change in the process.
2. Yes, because every team member should be given credit for their contribution.
3. Yes, because potential investors want to know that the team members are the right
people capable of delivering the solution.
4. No, a brief mention of the team will suffice. Interested investors will have another
meeting with the team where they can get to know the team members in greater
detail.

Feedback

You must include details about your team members, including their expertise. This will show why
you and your team are the right people to build and implement a successful business.

6. Question 5

Kelvin, a 1st-year student in the School of Computer Science and Engineering, has been invited to
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) programmer networking session. How should Kelvin start to
plan for this event?
i. Think about what you will like to achieve & find out who will be attending the event
ii. Practise elevator speech & Prepare Student Business Cards & a Pen
iii. Add those who will be attending the event in Linkedin before the session.
1. i & ii
2. ii & iii
3. i, ii and iii

Feedback

Correct answer. Set a goal for yourself. Review the RSVP list before the event so that you can
prepare what type of questions & discussion to engage them
Prepare an introduction that briefly highlights your qualities, skills and interests. Student Business
Cards & a Pen will be good for exchanging contacts. It is better to add contacts after networking
with them. The chances of them accepting Kelvin’s request will be higher.

7. Question 7

After spending some time with the Hiring Manager, Kelvin has decided to end the conversation
and move on with the next person to network with. How should he end the conversation?
1. Make an offer to keep in touch.
2. Pretend that you have an incoming call to exit the conversation.
3. Keep silent and wait for the Hiring Manager to initiate the exit. 

Feedback

Correct answer. It is always good to stay genuine. Be honest about the need to move on to the next
conversation.

8. Question 8

After Raymond has crafted his elevator pitch, you decide to give him some more tips. You would
advise Raymond to:
1. Speak with Positivity and Passion
2. Speak fast and don’t bore the interviewer
 3. Repeat keywords to reiterate their importance.

Feedback

Correct answer. Speaking with a positive tone can help you leave a good impression on your
interviewer. Speaking too quickly can also create the appearance of nervousness. Repetition
makes it look as if you’ve rehearsed your answer. It shows that you are reciting responses rather
than listening and responding to questions.

9. Question 9

Which of the following tips will NOT be good to share with Raymond for him to prepare his
elevator pitch?
1. Try to research the company corporate values and explain why you are a good fit.
2. Share your awards and certificates attained during your school days.
3. Showcase Your Technical And Soft Skills Qualities

Feedback

Correct answer. Elevator Pitch should not be a list of all your achievements. Instead try to share
who you are, your qualities. Do research the company and also share why you make a good fit.

10. Question 10

Which of the following is a safe conversation starter at a networking event?

1. Ask for the contact of the Hiring Manager
2. Family And Relationship Issues
3. Training Workshops for Professional Development

Feedback

Correct answer. It is impolite to ask for an introduction or job leads when you are meeting
someone for the first time.
People may not be comfortable discussing their matters or finding out yours.
Instead, discuss relevant topics relating to job and professional matters.

Which of the following suggestions by your team members should you use, to end your
elevator pitch?
1. Pass around some drinks
2. Ask for contact numbers of the potential investors
3. Get the potential investors to test a demo
4. Thank the potential investors for their time

Your friends are sharing their experience of a networking event last week. Who is a better
communicator among them?
1. Tom said that he started every conversation with his self-introduction, shared his
interest and passion, and manage to end with getting the name cards before
moving on to the next person.
2. Mary said she could always get people to start talking by asking them about
their interest and get them to continue expressing their opinion while she listened
attentively.
 3. Peter said that he was able to get people to voice their opinions on certain topics
after his self-introduction, and he would always reiterate his views to show his
confidence of his opinions.
4. Jane said that usually after her self-introduction, she could also engage in exchanging of
views and opinions on relevant topics of interest with people. She felt that some of them made her see
certain matters from different perspectives.

Which of the following is a good way of following up with a contact after networking with them at an
event?
1. Connect with the contact on a professional platform such as LinkedIn to strengthen your
professional relationship further.
2. Send a couple of news/ articles to their mobile numbers for the next few weeks
3. Review and add all their connections on Linkedin to strengthen common connections.

What should you plan to do during a networking session?

i) Check out who are the potential employers and approach them to introduce yourself
ii) Look out for friends and move around with them so that you will not be alone when
engaging with new contacts
iii) Engage in conversations with different people. There are possibilities of building
mutually beneficial and professional relationships
1. i & ii
2. ii & iii
3. i & iii
4. All of the above

After spending some time with the Hiring Manager, Kelvin has decided to end the
conversation and move on with the next person to network with. How should he end the
conversation?
1. Make an offer to keep in touch.
2. Pretend that you have an incoming call to exit the conversation.
3. Keep silent and wait for the Hiring Manager to initiate the exit. 

Sarah has been sharing a couple of articles on digital currency. Recently, she came across a promotional
article offering great discounts for a renowned shoe brand. She believes her followers will benefit greatly
from this article. Do you think she is correct?
1. Yes, she can take this opportunity to engage her followers.
2. Not sure, it makes no difference.
3. No. Promotional articles is a side-track and are not related to her personal branding.

Raymond has created a few elevator pitches for his Engineer Interview. However, he is not sure which one
is the best version. Which of his following speeches is the best version?
1. My name is Raymond and one of my personal qualities is logical thinking. I have completed
an internship in a local telecommunication firm and I have acquired an initial
understanding of how the sector works. I will be keen to apply for a junior engineer position
so that I can improve my experience and skills in this trade. 
2. My name is Raymond. I have worked as an intern and although I do not have any
experience in the industry, I have a strong passion for this trade. I am looking for junior
engineer positions in the telecommunication industry where I can use my engineering skills.
 3. I am keen to apply for the engineer positions to enhance my engineering skills in this trade. I
have graduated from the School of Engineering and I have also completed my internship in
a local telecommunication firm. 

What type of Pitch Decks are usually more effective to convince potential investors about
your business ideas?

i) Engaging
ii) Compelling
iii) Detailed
iv) Informative
1. i, ii, iii
2. ii, iii, iv
3. i, ii, iv
4. i, iii, iv

Which of the following are ways you can prepare for a networking event?
i. Set clear goals and understand my purpose of attending the event
ii. Conduct proper research to find out which companies would be present
iii. Prepare and customise my elevator pitch accordingly to who I am expecting to meet
1. i and ii
2. ii and iii
3. i, ii and iii
4. i and iii

Casey is a start-up entrepreneur presenting her elevator pitch to potential customers like you

ANS: I, iii

As a potential investor, you have just heard an elevator pitch by a serial start-up entrepreneur
Jennifer:

• "Hi, I'm Jennifer. I got your email address from Casey.

• My co-founders and I founded Netshopper and EzPay, in which Amozon, and EDB invested.

• Our new company, Chargify, is o simple recurring billing management tool.

• We are looking for angel capital to fill in some gaps.

• Maybe you would be interested in such on investment?

What additional information should Jennifer include in her elevator pitch to interested investors?

I Define the problem

ii. Describe her products or services

ili. Target market: Consumer segments

iv. State how her company is unique from the competition

v. Goals and milestones

1. I, ii, iii
2. I, iii, iv
3. Ii, iii, v
4. All of the above

Your roommate, Alice would like to seek your advice on her personal brand statements. Which of
these statements are suitable as personal branding statements:

I. love to create customised al-natura cakes."

ii. "I help foreign students find suitable volunteering community projects during their studies in
Singapore.

ili. "I am passionate to serve beneficiaries who are in need."

iv. "I do interior design of apartments for my clients to match their lifestyle preferences."

1. I, iii
2. Iii, iv
3. I, iv
4. Ii, iv

Which of the following should you avoid at a networking event:

i. Bring up controversial topics and sharing your personal opinions on it

I. Maintain positive Doo language and appropriate eye contact

Ill. Be preoccupied and use your mobile phone during the conversation

A) i and ili

Which of the following is incorrect about using social media for Personal Branding?

1. Social media presence will offer good returns immediately.

2. Social media helps to showcase your expertise.
3. Social media lets you show your personality

Your hall-mate, Candice Is looking for career opportunities in the Artificial Intelligence Industry and
will be attending a technology conference next week. What would you advise her to prepare before
attending the networking event?

i. Research on the conference and attendees

I. Set goals for attending the event like, "What is my purpose for attending this event?

ili. Prepare your Elevator Pitch

iv. Be prepared to talk about your personal interests which are not technology relater

v. Plan your outfit

ANS: I, ii, iii, v

In the middle of the networking session, Kelvin has connected with a Hiring Manager for a local
Technology firm. During the conversation, the Hiring Manager has shared topics which are not
relevant for Kelvin for a long time. Kelvin should:

A Let the Hiring Manager finish the point, Change the topic and Request information on job position
openings.

B Let the Hiring Manager finish the point. Change the topic and ask about career and job path
questions

C Continue listening and let the Hiring Manager lead the discussion to strike a positive impressior

At the start of a networking session, kelvin has initiated a discussion with an RPA programmer. How
lone is a typical good benchmark for a conversation:

Ans: 15-20 mins

At a networking event, after your self-introduction, how would you keep the conversation going?

1. Talk about recent trends in the industry

2. Find out more about the CEO
3. Be genuinely interested in the person you are speaking to and ask for more details

1. I and iii
2. Ii and iii
3. I, ii, and iii
4. I and ii

Your buddy, Peter will be attending a recruitment networking event with interested employers.
What would you advise him NOT to do at the event?

I. Share wat you have heard about different employers

I. Have an open body language:

I. Personal opinions about politics or religion

IV. Check your phone for Urgent messages wile chatting with employer:
Ans: I, iii, iv

Your classmate, Carol, an entrepreneur has been given 5 to 10 minutes to share about her company
at a start-up conference. What should she share with the audience at the conference?

Ans: Pitch Deck

Sarah has just created her Linkedin account today. Which of the following is NOT a good way to
start building her professional online presence?

1. Make it a point to share content so that her followers can remember her when they
see her posts often.
2. Be Selective of Who She Follow & Who Follows her.
3. Do not reply to your followers comment if you are unable to do.

Your colleague approaches you for advice regarding her pitch deck presentation. She does not
know how to start. What would be your suggestion to her?

1. Start by illustrating the problem

2. Start by explaining the solution
3. Show the profitability of the business idea
4. All of the above

Feedback

Pitch deck should start with explaining the problem so that the solution to the problem, when
presented later, and the size of the market, can be more easily understood.

Why is Personal Branding important in today’s competitive job market?

1. Personal Branding helps you to differentiate yourself and helps you to stand out
from the crowd.
2. Personal Branding helps people to know about the connections you have.
3. Personal Branding helps to you to itemise and showcase all your achievements.
4. Personal branding helps you expose to a small group of audience

The team realised that their elevator pitch exceeds the maximum time allowable because they
went into too many details on the solution component. They will need to prioritise one of the
following to focus on. Which should they choose to keep?

1. Focus on the profitability of the solution

2. Focus on how the solution solves the problem
3. Focus on how the solution can be implemented
4. Focus on the cost of the solution
Which of the following should Jennifer focus her research on?

Reviewing the job description and the company background

ii. The latest professional dress code and make-up styles

ill. Preparing for questions to ask and preparing answers to potential questions by interviewers

Ans: i and ili

How can you identify your unique qualities in order to develop your Personal Brand?

i. Ask my friends and family what qualities they think describe me

ii. Ask myself what I am good at, what my natural aptitude and inclinations are

lii. Google what qualities are desirable and indicate them in my Personal Brand

iv. Taken an online self-assessment test and use the results to develop my personal brand

Ans: i and il

After the event has ended, Kelvin is looking to follow up on the contacts gathered. He should:
1. Avoid being pushy, follow up on referrals a few months after the networking
event has ended.
2. Offered help by providing information on a topic the contact was trying to find
out.
3. Text the contact and suggest a meetup on the following day to build on the relationship.

As part of the elevator pitch, why does it matter to the person you are speaking to?

i. Focus on what you want to do

ii. Your purpose of solving problems experienced by your audience
iii. Your motivation that drives you to apply for the role
iv. The reason for your conviction and passion
1. i, ii, iii
2. ii, iii, iv
3. ii, iii
4. iii, iv
Feedback
Incorrect answer

Your buddy, Sean is searching for a job at a career fair. He has requested for your advice to keep his
elevator pitch focused on what makes him unique as a possible employee.
  “Hi, my name is Sean and my background is in architectural design.
 I majored in architectural engineering and have long been fascinated by the structural design
choices.
 I am seeking a position that will allow me to use the skills and strengths I acquired as a student
and employee.
 I have worked on several major projects in the field and would bring that experience to your
company.
 I started out working as an intern at my current firm and was able to move up in just one year.
 I am now looking to take my skills to a new and exciting position. Would you like to take a look at
my resume?”

What areas of his elevator speech could he improve on?

i. Describe what type of organisation he would like to work in
ii. Name the field he is interested to work in
iii. State unique skills and background information that makes him the best candidate
iv. State the benefits he would bring to the organisation 
1. i, ii
2. i, iii
3. ii, iii
4. All of the above
Feedback
Sean could describe the type of organisation he is interested to work in, and his unique skills
or background that makes him the best candidate.

How would you advise Kelvin to be mindful not to commit when engaging an individual to
network?
i. Request for a business card from others immediately
ii. Share about his strengths and qualities and impress the person
iii. Try to engage the individual as long as possible
1. i & iii
2. ii & iii
3. i, ii and iii
Feedback
Incorrect answer.  

Michelle, in her 3rd year, is looking to foster and build her networking connections yet.
Which of the following is true about Networking?
1. She should only be networking only if she is looking for a job.
2. She does not have anything to offer to her network as she is just a student.
3. She can receive good career support if she has a strong network of professional
connections.
Feedback
Correct answer. Networking is about making connections that can benefit both parties professionally.
Apart from job opportunities, this relationship can also benefit you in your current position by providing
new information, learning new skills, and making connections & building mentor/mentee relationships and
friendships. 
Elevator pitch

Step 1: You or your personal brand. 

Who are you? What do you do?
Start off your elevator pitch with an introduction and something that will
differentiate you from the crowd. 
You could talk about an interesting module you took in university or talk about
something that creates common ground between you and the person you are
speaking to.
Tweak your introduction and make it relevant to that person. 
 
Step 2: Your audience
Why does it matter to the person you are speaking to?
You need to understand your audience. If you aspire to become an artificial
intelligence developer, your introduction to a potential employer would likely
include your knowledge on machine learning, big data analysis and you would
share instances where you might have gained exposure in deep learning or
statistical approaches.
A good tip here is not to just share what you want to do, but to focus on the
problems you are excited to solve, that is, your “why”. 
For instance, instead of saying that you are interested in being an AI developer, ask
yourself, why do you want to be in that role? Can you see yourself creating
solutions that bring communities closer together using technology? What is the
motivation that drives you to want to be an AI developer? Identifying your “why”
will enable you to talk about it with stronger conviction and passion!
 
Step 3: Call to action
What is next?
How do you see the current opportunity aligned with your interests?
Are you looking for an internship, full-time position or a volunteer stint?
Articulate that to the person you are speaking to, to round off your elevator pitch.

What are the differences between business plan, pitch deck and elevator pitch?
Click on each icon to find out more. 
 
Business Plan It is a detailed description of your business, usually 10 to 100 pages
long, consisting of charts, representations of growth and financial strategy.
This is to give investors detailed information about your business or company and
how you intend to use their investments.
Students who are interested in learning how to design a business plan should
consider taking related courses at NTU. For example, a Minor in Entrepreneurship
with the Nanyang Technopreneurship Center (NTC). For more information, please
visit the website below. 
 
Pitch Deck
It is a presentation that gives a summary of your business plan and your company. 
The deck is usually about 10 to 20 slides in PowerPoint and includes details on
your company, who it serves and why, market intelligence, and your added value.
The goal is to grab the attention of potential investors and to secure a meeting
where you can present your business plan. 
It can also be used as a visual aid when presenting your business plan. 
Mastering how to make your business pitch deck stand out requires practice and
improvement with time. This is not a skill to hone overnight. 
For your pitch to be successful, it must be engaging, informative, and highly
compelling. With the right pitch deck, you can quickly gain investor confidence
and hold their attention long enough to convince them of all the benefits of
investing in your idea.
Here are 10 pointers to guide you.
 
It is a brief description of your business or brand which should not be longer than
30 seconds. It should be prepared and rehearsed so that you are ready to present
your elevator pitch when the opportunity arises.The goal is to introduce your
company’s background, expertise, and purpose, to attract potential investors or
customers. It may also be used to simply introduce and ignite interest in your
company to the public.
You can use the elevator pitch to secure a meeting with the potential investor to
present your pitch deck and business plan. It may also be used as an introductory
statement before starting your pitch deck presentation. 

What should be addressed in your elevator pitch?  

CORRECT ANSWER
State the problem, present the solution, describe the competition, information about your
team, financial summary, and call-to-action
You

Here are some ways to connect with the employers after the networking event:
· Send them a customised LinkedIn invitation to be connected.
· Follow the company’s website or careers page on LinkedIn.
· Attend future events held by the company on or off campus.
· Provide them with an update on your progress (such as after your internship or
completion of your final year project).
· Share news or research articles of common interests established during the
networking event and share your thoughts on it.
· When you are about to graduate, update your contacts and send over your résumé
for them to keep you in mind if they know of a suitable opening you can apply for.
 
Networking is not just about who can offer you a job. If you go into a networking
opportunity with that mindset, you are going to miss out on potential opportunities.
You may have a chance to collaborate with that person down the road, so approach
each networking opportunity as a chance for you to build a long term, mutually
beneficial, and professional relationship. Besides seeking opportunities for
ourselves, we can also help others to be successful by connecting them to
opportunities.