How to Introduce Yourself Professionally & Casually [Examples]

by Maciej Duszyński

Sayhi. Say your name. Scratch your head.

And—

Hope for someone else to take it from there.

Let’s be honest:

It’s not exactly how you want to introduce yourself.

That’s why you’re here.

This guide will show you:

• Whyyou have to know how to introduce yourself well in different contexts.
• Hownotto introduce yourself.
• Whatare the best ways to introduce yourself in a job interview or an email.

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How Not to Introduce Yourself

Before we move on any further—

Let me introduce myself.

“My name is Maciek. And I like Hawaiian pizza.”

Eek!

Not great, right? (And it’s not exactly because of pineapple on a pizza.)

Truth is—

While this way to introduce myself may be funny to some, the vast majority will find it plain stupid.

And this is exactly how most people…