How to write down an excellent bio: 4 suggestions

As easy as it can be to write about others, it seems much more difficult to describe yourself. If you’re wondering how to write a good bio, these quick tips will help.

How would you describe what you do to a stranger? This is a good place to start when thinking about your bio – it’s a short, comprehensive description with only the most important information.

You’ll use a short bio most of the time, whether it’s on social media, as part of a pitch, or on the back cover of your book.

Here are some key elements to consider when space is of the essence:

• Surname
• Current role, company or brand
• Passions, achievements, goals
• how do i contact you

If you have a little more space or your audience is less formal, you might want to add personal details like hobbies, quirks, or a favorite book or author.

How to write a good biography

Here are a few essential tips for writing an interesting bio.

Keep your bio focused and to the point

Make the most of your limited word count. Short, well-written bios grab attention and inspire action. But even if you don’t have space restrictions, try to keep your bio short anyway. What does your ideal reader need to know? Add this information and omit everything else.

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say the truth

You want to do your best, but not at the expense of honesty. Your bio should be an accurate representation of who you are and inspire trust in your readers. Find the line between exaggerating and belittling your achievements and you’re on the right track.

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Link to your portfolio

If you have space, add a call to action or a link to your portfolio. This is your best marketing tool and allows your audience to get to know you and your work better.

If you don’t have a portfolio or know your portfolio needs an upgrade, you can find it here 17 examples of author portfolios we love.

Proofread

Your bio is not the place for grammatical mistakes or mistakes to creep in. Take the extra time to edit and proofread to make sure what you’re trying to communicate comes across the way you intended.

Here are Five quick proofreading tips to help you. And if you’re not sure if your bio is working, ask a friend or editor for help.

Writing a good bio boils down to a few key elements: communicating who you are, what you are about, and how to get in touch. Everything else is gravy!

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