Create the Perfect “About” Page for Your Blog

Today, Amber Mathison shares her tips for creating an awesome about page. Wondering how to make yours stand out? Amber wrote:

If you’ve been blogging for any length of time, you know just how important it is to have an amazing About page (and if you’re just getting started, then you’re ahead of the game!).

Your readers want to feel like they know you, like they’re interacting with a friend.  Having a killer About page does just that!  It allows them to get to know you, get a glimpse into your life, and allows them to relate to you on a more personal level.

But how do you write that awesome About page?  What should it say?

Well, I’m glad you asked!

By following the steps and guidelines in these posts, you’re sure to create a page that both you and your readers will love!

• Sometimes the best way to jump start those creative juices is to check around for a few examples.  Now, that doesn’t mean copy, but you may find a little inspiration of your own after taking a look at 12 of the Best About Us Pages on the Internet.
• Ready to start writing your own?  Great!  The tone of your voice and how you come across on your About page are both very important factors to consider.  The SITS Girls have an amazing list of 10 Ways to Dazzle Readers with an About Me Page that can help you achieve the sound you’re going for.
• Now that you’ve gotten some inspiration and you know how you’d like to come across to your readers, Musings of a Housewife pulls together the necessary components for a killer About page in How to Write an About Page.
• Great!  Now that you’ve got those covered, what should you say?  What information should your page include?  Never fear!  Because we’ve got you covered there too!  Sand in my Toes lays it all out for you in 15 Questions Your About Page Should Answer.
• Already have an About page, but think it could be better?  There’s always room for improvement!  How about a makeover!  Well, revamp actually.  The Thinking Closet not only gives you tips on creating your About page but also walks you through her entire About Page Revamp and provides examples of her page’s before and after in How To Revamp Your About Page.