The document discusses self-introductions and provides tips for giving an effective self-introduction. It defines self-introduction as introducing oneself and telling others about who you are, what you do, your interests and background. It notes that self-introductions are commonly required in interviews, first days in class or at a new job. The document then gives 10 tips to take care of when giving a self-introduction and provides a sample self-introduction. It also discusses presenting positive and negative traits in a self-introduction and the influence of peer groups.