Your bio has one job: get the right person to tap your link. It has about 150 characters and two seconds to do it.
Most bios fail because they try to say everything. The good ones say one thing clearly.
The formula
- Step 1What you do
- Step 2Who it's for or a proof point
- Step 3What to tap and why
That's it. Three short lines. For example:
Fifteen examples to steal
Freelancers
- Web designer for therapists. Calm sites that get booked. Portfolio below.
- Copywriter for SaaS. I turn features into reasons to buy. Samples below.
- Video editor for YouTubers. 20M views edited this year. Book a slot.
Creators
- Easy dinners in 20 minutes. New recipe every Tuesday. Full recipes below.
- Budget travel, honest reviews. Free packing list in my link.
- Home workouts, no gear. Start the free 7-day plan below.
Students and job seekers
- CS grad building small web apps. Open to junior roles. Projects below.
- Marketing student. Ran socials for 3 campus clubs. Resume and work below.
- Data analyst in training. SQL, Python, dashboards. See my projects.
Coaches and services
- Career coach. Helped 200+ people land offers. Book a free intro call.
- Piano lessons for adults who think it's too late. Book a trial lesson.
- Personal trainer. Strength for busy parents. Grab a free session.
Small businesses
- Handmade candles, small batches. New scents monthly. Shop below.
- Family bakery since 1998. Order cakes online. Menu and hours below.
- Mobile phone repair, same day. Book a slot or message us.
Five rules that make any bio better
- Lead with what you do, not your job title alone.
- Name the person you help. Specific beats broad.
- Use one number if you have it. Numbers stop the scroll.
- End with the reason to tap. "Free guide," "book a call," "see my work."
- Make your link page match the promise. If the bio says "book a call," the booking button goes first.
Then make the link match
A great bio sends people to a page that delivers. Put the thing you promised at the top of your link page. See what to put in your link in bio for ideas.
Questions people ask
How long should a bio be?
Short. Most social bios allow around 150 characters, and two or three short lines work best.
What should I put in a professional bio?
What you do, who you help or a proof point, and what people should tap or do next.
Should I use emojis in my bio?
A few can help scanning, but clear words matter more. Don't let emojis replace what you do.
Where should my bio send people?
To one link page that shows your work, proof and a clear next step.
Make your link deliver what your bio promises.
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