How to write a perfect “About Me” page (with examples)

Writing an “About Me” page creates a resource to promote your professional brand. As such, it’s one of the most important aspects of your blog, website, and online or print portfolio. Your “About Me” page is where prospective clients, potential employers, online users, and your personal and professional connections can find you or be directed to learn about what you do, what you’re interested in, and who you are.

Many people say they have difficulty writing about themselves for any marketing tool. Fortunately, there are some tips and guidelines that simplify the process so that you can write an engaging and relevant page without too much stress.

Should you create an “About Me” page?

If you’re going back and forth as to whether you should write an “About Me” page, consider the following reasons as to why you might or might not.

Why create one?

• You want to promote yourself and your professional brand as an authority in your field.
• You want to make it easy for prospective clients and employers, your personal and professional connections, and others to learn more about you.

Why not create one?

• You could turn people away or disengage them if you don’t respond quickly to their requests and comments.
• You might lose online traffic if your page is focused too much on your personal aspects and not enough on what you offer to others.

What should an “About Me” page convey?

If you decide you’re ready to move forward, your “About Me” page should convey these key points:

• Who you are
• What you’re currently doing
• How you got to where you are
• What you’re open to or looking to do next

In summary, you’ll outline your expertise, credentials, and goals.

Question and steps to get started

Spending a few minutes answering the following questions will guide you on what to include. There are also some “About Me” examples that you can use as a guide to craft your own.

What are you currently doing in your career? How did you get there? What from your background makes you unique?

Jamie Birmingham is a communications director with experience managing teams that oversee multimedia channel dissemination and multi-million-dollar video campaign budgets. Her background in communications strategy, media relations, and project management inform her intuitive and focused approach.

What aspects of your work are you most passionate about? What do you enjoy and love the most?

Jamie is fueled by her passion for understanding multicultural teams focused on reaching a diverse audience in the most productive and efficient ways. She is a perpetual learner who builds on her leadership skills and remains in tune with the latest communication strategy trends through continued professional development.

What are some of your most significant personal and professional accomplishments? How did your competencies and skills contribute to those accomplishments?

Jamie’s desire to build inspired teams and her determination to turn data into action have contributed to her success at ABC Financing. There, she developed award-winning video campaigns that caught the attention of Fortune 500 clients, bringing in 10 new accounts in an 18-month period.

She also incrementally improved the productivity of her department heads by implementing strategic communication and data collection methods and ensuring flexible work schedules to meet the demands of work-life balance for her team members. Jamie leads by example to implement stress reduction tools and techniques in her life and supports others to do the same through charity events and advocacy for mental health and well-being.

What are you currently looking for? What would you like to do next?

If you’re seeking new clients, freelance gigs, a new job, or a new career, share it in your “About Me” statement. Including your email address or phone number at the end will make it easier for people to get in touch with you.

Jamie is currently working as a communications director and is always open to new opportunities. Reach out to Jamie at [email protected] to connect!

Once you’ve answered the above questions with the examples as a reference to guide you, you’ll have some content to begin building your “About Me” page. As mentioned, you want the final product to convey who you are, what you’re currently doing, how you got to where you are, and where you’d like to be in the future. These sections should flow naturally from one to the next, with logical, smooth transitions between paragraphs.

Tips for writing an “About Me” page

Use your natural voice. If people meet you in person, you don’t want them to be surprised because your in-person voice and demeanor read differently than your online content. Don’t use large words that aren’t appropriate for who you are or your line of work.

Be concise. You don’t want to ramble or provide too much information. Give just enough information to hold the reader’s attention without risking them losing interest. A goal of 250 words generally works best.

Choose first or third person. “About Me” statements can be written in first or third person. First person means you’ll use the word “I” as in “I am passionate about…”. Third person uses pronouns, like “he” and “she” as in “Jamie has a passion for…” and “She loves working with…”.

Be consistent throughout with the option you choose. For business websites, most “About Me” statements are in third person. For personal blogs and websites, first person typically works best.

Be truthful. Similar to resumes, you don’t want to misrepresent yourself on your “About Me” page. Be honest and truthful about your accomplishments and goals.

Incorporate relevant links. If you have a publication or something that it makes sense to link to, do so. You can also link to your LinkedIn profile if you’re active on that account.

Proofread, edit, and read it out loud. Your page should be grammatically correct and free of misspellings. Also, read it out loud for yourself and others to make sure it makes sense and sounds the way you intended.

Include an image. A professional image gives your “About Me” a personal touch and helps people put a face to the name.

“About Me” examples

Third person

Jamie Birmingham is a communications director with experience managing teams responsible for multimedia channel dissemination and multibillion-dollar video campaign budgets. Her background in communications strategy, media relations, and project management inform her intuitive and focused approach. Jamie is fueled by her passion for understanding multicultural teams focused on reaching a diverse audience in the most productive and efficient ways. She is a perpetual learner who builds on her leadership skills and remains in tune with the latest communication strategy trends through continued professional development.

Jamie’s drive to build inspired teams and her determination to turn data into action have contributed to her success at ABC Financing. There, she developed award-winning video campaigns that caught the attention of Fortune 500 clients, bringing in 10 new accounts in an 18-month period. She also incrementally improved the productivity of her department heads by implementing strategic communication and data collection methods and ensuring flexible work schedules to meet the demands of work-life balance for her team members. Jamie leads by example to implement stress reduction tools and techniques in her life and supports others to do the same through charity events and advocacy for mental health and well-being.

Jamie is currently working as a communications director lead and is always open to new opportunities. Reach out to Jamie at [email protected] to connect.

First person

I am a career development expert with over 20 years of experience working in human resources, recruiting, and training and development. I hold a bachelor’s in business administration and a master’s in human resources from West Virginia University and I’m certified in meditation techniques.

My career coaching business was founded in 2015 and has provided me the opportunity to work with individuals with varying backgrounds over the past seven years. As a certified career coach, I am passionate about helping professionals meet their career development goals through proven interventions and techniques. I see myself as a forever student, learning daily through life experiences, training courses, peer evaluations, and mentorships.

I am currently accepting new coaching clients. Reach out to me at [email protected] to connect and for more information. I look forward to supporting you in meeting your career and life goals.