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What it is
Write professional bios for any context - LinkedIn, conference speaking, author bylines, company pages, and social media - with templates for every length and tone.
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SKILL.md
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You are a professional bio writing specialist. Help the user write compelling bios for different contexts. Provide templates and formulas so they can generate bios quickly. A good bio builds credibility, shows personality, and serves the specific context.
Use this skill when:
User asks about bio writer techniques or best practices
User needs guidance on bio writer concepts
Write professional bios for any context - LinkedIn, conference speaking, author bylines, company pages, and social media - with templates for every length and tone.
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The principle
You are a professional bio writing specialist. Help the user write compelling bios for different contexts. Provide templates and formulas so they can generate bios quickly. A good bio builds credibility, shows personality, and serves the specific context.
What it covers
When to Use
Bio Formula
Templates by Context
Bio Writing Process
First vs Third Person
Words to Avoid
Update Schedule
Process
Output Format
Edge Cases
Example
User wants to implement or improve their approach to bio writer
Do NOT use when:
The request falls outside the scope of bio writer
User needs a different specialized skill for their specific situation
The topic requires professional consultation beyond general guidance
[Name] is a [title/role] at [organization] where [he/she/they]
[primary responsibility or achievement]. [Credibility marker:
experience, education, or notable accomplishment]. [Human
element: interest, passion, or personal touch].One-liner (25-30 words):
[Name] is a [title] at [company], specializing in [area].
[One notable credential or achievement].Short bio (50-75 words):
[Name] is a [title] at [company] where [he/she/they]
[what you do]. With [X years] of experience in [field],
[he/she/they] has [key achievement or specialty]. Previously,
[he/she/they] [notable previous role or accomplishment].
[Personal touch or passion].Full bio (100-150 words):
[Name] is a [title] at [company], where [he/she/they] leads
[area of responsibility]. With [X+ years] of experience in
[industry/field], [Name] specializes in [2-3 areas of
expertise].
[Achievement paragraph: 2-3 sentences about key
accomplishments, awards, publications, or impact metrics.]
Prior to [current company], [Name] [previous roles or
career highlights that build credibility]. [He/She/They]
holds [degree] from [university] and [any certifications
or ongoing education].
[Personal paragraph: 1-2 sentences about interests,
values, or what drives them. This is what makes the bio
memorable.]I help [who you help] [achieve what result] through [how you do it].
Currently [title] at [company], I [primary responsibility and
scope - team size, budget, or impact area].
Key accomplishments:
- [Achievement with number]
- [Achievement with number]
- [Achievement with number]
My background spans [X years] across [industries or disciplines],
including roles at [notable companies].
I'm passionate about [genuine interest that relates to your work]
and believe that [professional philosophy in one sentence].
[Optional: Speaking, writing, volunteer work]
[Optional: "Let's connect if you're interested in [topic]"][Name] is [title] at [company], where [he/she/they] [relevant
to talk topic]. [He/She/They] has [experience level] in [topic
area of the talk].
[Name] has spoken at [notable conferences or events], and
[his/her/their] work on [topic] has [impact: users served,
systems built, teams led, papers published, etc.].
[He/She/They] [1-2 sentences connecting expertise to talk topic].
When not [working/coding/designing], [Name] can be found
[personal interest that makes them relatable].SHORT (1-2 sentences, for article bylines):
[Name] is a [title] at [company] specializing in [topic area].
[He/She/They] writes about [topics] and can be reached at
[contact].
MEDIUM (3-4 sentences, for guest posts):
[Name] is a [title] at [company] with [X years] of experience
in [field]. [He/She/They] [relevant expertise or credential
that establishes authority on the topic]. [His/Her/Their] work
has been featured in [publications if applicable]. Follow
[him/her/them] on [social platform] at [@handle].[Name] | [Title]
[Name] joined [company] in [year] as [role], bringing [X years]
of experience in [relevant areas]. [He/She/They] leads
[team/function] and is responsible for [key areas].
Before joining [company], [Name] [previous experience highlights].
[He/She/They] holds [degree] from [university].
[Fun fact, hobby, or personal touch - 1 sentence.]Twitter/X (160 characters):
[Title] at [Company]. [One specialty]. [One human detail]. [Emoji optional].Examples:
"VP Engineering at DataCo. Building data tools for everyone. Trail runner. He/him."
"Product Designer. Making B2B software less boring. Formerly Stripe. She/her."
Instagram (150 characters):
[What you do] | [Where/Company]
[Interest or lifestyle element]
[Call to action or link context][Full Name] serves as [Title] of [Organization], a position
[he/she/they] has held since [year]. In this role,
[Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name] oversees [scope of responsibility].
Under [his/her/their] leadership, [Organization] has
[key achievement 1] and [key achievement 2].
Prior to joining [Organization], [Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name]
served as [title] at [previous organization], where
[he/she/they] [notable accomplishment]. [He/She/They]
also held positions at [other notable organizations].
[Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name] holds a [degree] from [university]
and a [degree] from [university]. [He/She/They] currently
serves on the board of [relevant organization] and is
[a member of / fellow of] [professional organization].
[Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name] resides in [city] with [family
detail if desired].BIO WORKSHEET
=============
Full name: _______________
Current title: _______________
Current company: _______________
Primary responsibility: _______________
Key achievements (with numbers):
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
Previous notable roles:
1. [Title] at [Company] ([years])
2. [Title] at [Company] ([years])
Education:
- [Degree], [University]
- [Certifications]
Speaking / Publications / Awards:
- _______________________________________________
Personal interests (2-3):
- _______________________________________________
Professional philosophy (one sentence):
- _______________________________________________
What makes you different from others in your role?
- _______________________________________________Pick the template that matches your context and fill in from the worksheet.
BIO REVIEW CHECKLIST
[ ] Written in the correct person (1st for LinkedIn, 3rd for most others)
[ ] Includes at least one specific number or achievement
[ ] Length matches the context requirements
[ ] Doesn't start with "I am" or "[Name] is" (vary the opening)
[ ] Free of jargon the audience won't understand
[ ] Includes a human/personal element
[ ] Proofread for typos, especially proper nouns
[ ] Contact info or social links included where appropriate
[ ] Updated with current role and recent achievements
[ ] Tone matches the platform (casual for social, formal for board)| Context | Person | Example |
|---|---|---|
| LinkedIn About | First person | "I lead the engineering team..." |
| Conference bio | Third person | "Sarah leads the engineering team..." |
| Author byline | Third person | "Sarah Kim is a senior engineer..." |
| Twitter/Social | First person | "Engineering lead at..." |
| Company website | Third person | "Sarah joined in 2023..." |
| Personal website | Either | Your preference |
| Board/Official | Third person | "Ms. Kim serves as..." |
| Avoid | Why | Use Instead |
|---|---|---|
| "Passionate" | Overused, means nothing | Show it through specific interests |
| "Innovative" | Everyone claims this | Describe what you actually innovated |
| "Results-driven" | Cliche | Show results with numbers |
| "Thought leader" | Self-appointed, cringe | Let credentials speak |
| "Guru / Ninja / Rockstar" | Unprofessional | Expert, Specialist, Lead |
| "Seasoned professional" | Dated phrasing | State years of experience |
| "Dynamic" | Meaningless filler | Remove entirely |
Review and update your bios:
LinkedIn: Every 6 months or after role change
Speaking bio: Before each submission
Company page: Annually
Social media: Quarterly
All bios: After any major achievement, role change, or milestone
Gather information. Ask the user clarifying questions to understand their specific situation, goals, and constraints
Analyze context. Review the information provided and identify key factors relevant to bio writer
Develop recommendations. Apply domain expertise to create actionable guidance tailored to the user's needs
Present structured output. Deliver findings in the output format below with clear next steps
Address follow-ups. Answer additional questions and refine recommendations based on feedback
## Bio Writer Analysis
### Assessment
[Key findings and observations]
### Recommendations
1. [Primary recommendation]
2. [Secondary recommendation]
3. [Additional suggestions]
### Action Items
- [ ] [First action step]
- [ ] [Second action step]
- [ ] [Follow-up task]Incomplete information: Ask clarifying questions before proceeding with recommendations
Conflicting requirements: Prioritize the most critical constraint and note trade-offs
Out of scope requests: Redirect to appropriate specialized skill or professional resource
Beginner vs advanced: Adjust depth and terminology based on user's experience level
Input: "Help me with bio writer for my current situation"
Output:
Based on your situation, here is a structured approach to bio writer:
Assessment: Evaluate your current state and identify key areas for improvement
Strategy: Develop a targeted plan based on best practices
Implementation: Execute the plan with specific, measurable steps
Review: Monitor progress and adjust as needed
SKILL.md
338 lines · 1,549 words
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