Introduce yourself: LinkedIn, a profile or a pinned post
Who you are, who you help and why you — in under a minute, warm and specific. About 1 minute to read aloud.
Hello
Hi, I'm [name]. I help [who] [get what result].
Why it matters to me
I started because [short personal reason].
What I do
Most of my work is [what you do], for people who [describe them].
Last month, for example, [one concrete result].
Next step
If that sounds like you, [connect / send me a message / book a call] — the link is right here.
Timing and structure
As written, the template is 56 words in 4 parts. Your own details go in the blanks, so the finished script is longer: it's designed to run about 1 minute, which is around 140 words at an average pace of 140 words a minute.
| Part | Words as written | About |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | 9 | 0:04 |
| Why it matters to me | 6 | 0:03 |
| What I do | 20 | 0:09 |
| Next step | 21 | 0:09 |
Record it in one take, or part by part with By section so you can redo one part without the rest.
Fill these in before you read
- [name]
- [who]
- [get what result]
- [short personal reason]
- [what you do]
- [describe them]
- [one concrete result]
- [connect / send me a message / book a call]
Use real names, numbers and examples: specific details are what make a script sound like you rather than a template.
Before you read it
- Say the hook in under three seconds, and skip the greeting.
- Use # headings for sections, so you can redo one part without re-recording the rest.
- End with one call to action, not three.
How to use this script
- Open it with the button above. It loads straight into the prompter, on any phone, tablet or computer.
- Replace every [bracket] with your own words. Notes in grey are for you and are never read.
- Read it aloud once, cut anything you wouldn't say, and set the speed so it ends on time.
Questions
How long does this script take to read?
It's designed to run about 1 minute once your details are in the blanks: around 140 words at an average pace. Paste your finished version into the prompter to see its exact length.
Can I change the script?
Yes. It's free to use and change for personal or commercial use. Replace the 8 bracketed blanks with your own details, then cut or reword anything you wouldn't say.