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How to Write a Bio for Web and Print Use
Do you want people to listen to you? Do you want to be seen as the professional you are? People will accept your word as an authority if you present yourself as one. Make people see you as the professional you really are by following this outline to make your bio stand out:
1st Paragraph:
Define who you are, your specific skills, where you are from, and perhaps a positive a brief pertinent professional testimonial quote.
2nd Paragraph:
What are you doing right now? What professional activity are you currently working on or what new product or service do you have rolling out? Clearly state why you have the need to get this bio out to the world.
3rd and 4th Paragraph:
Include important background information on your company, past experience, accomplishments, and awards should be presented here. 1-2 more testimonials are useful here.
Ending:
Don’t be flowery and don’t waste words. Economy and brevity are needed as you really only need a 1 page bio.
Where to sprinkle your bio:
Article Marketing
Press Releases
Media Kit
Professional Organizations
Your Website