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The aim is to catch their attention and make them interested enough to listen to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For eg: \u201cHi, I\u2019m &lt;your name&gt;. I\u2019m a brand marketer with over 5 years of experience in building global brands that grew revenue sustainably \/ turning around struggling brands and making them successful again.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Main Course&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this part to do either of two things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>If you feel the hiring manager is a bit sceptical, use this time to address what you think maybe their biggest fear, and show how you are capable of addressing it<\/li><li>If you think the job is a good fit for you, use this time to solidify your credentials by talking about your top 1-2 accomplishments.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For eg:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Addressing objection: \u201cI know the JD said work experience of 8 years. 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