Enhancing your career can depend on how well you can take advantage of an opportunity when it presents itself. In many cases, this means being able to introduce yourself to people you might run into casually in your facility or in other business settings.

A good introduction gives you credibility and confidence, and allows you to tell others about your skills and talents. If you have the chance to meet senior executives or key management personnel, you'll want to include what you do, and how you help the company improve the bottom line. You'll also want to keep the introduction brief and to-the-point. For example, when you run into a manager, you could introduce yourself by saying: “My name is Jane Johnson. I manage front desk operations. I also give prospective patients and clients a tour of the facility and answer any questions they may have about our organization before they commit any money to us. And this year, I'm working toward the goal of 100 percent client satisfaction."

Once you have an introduction you like, work to perfect it. Practice it--and then use it when the opportunity arises. After all, preparing for small moments can open doors to a big future!