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15 Jan 2025

Complete Profile Setup Guide

Make your profile stand out with our comprehensive setup guide

Complete Profile Setup Guide

Your Tabbio profile is your digital professional identity. Here's how to make it compelling and complete.

Profile Completion Checklist

Essential Information

  • [ ] Profile photo
  • [ ] Professional headline
  • [ ] Location
  • [ ] Contact information
  • [ ] About/Summary section

Professional Experience

  • [ ] Current position
  • [ ] Previous roles
  • [ ] Key achievements
  • [ ] Responsibilities

Education

  • [ ] Degrees earned
  • [ ] Institutions attended
  • [ ] Graduation dates
  • [ ] Relevant coursework

Skills & Expertise

  • [ ] Technical skills
  • [ ] Soft skills
  • [ ] Languages
  • [ ] Certifications

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Upload a Professional Photo

  • Use a high-quality headshot
  • Ensure good lighting
  • Dress professionally
  • Smile and make eye contact

2. Craft Your Headline

  • Be specific about your role
  • Include key skills or specializations
  • Keep it under 120 characters
  • Example: "Senior Software Engineer | React & Node.js Specialist"

3. Write a Compelling Summary

  • Start with a strong opening statement
  • Highlight your unique value proposition
  • Include measurable achievements
  • Keep it between 3-5 paragraphs

4. Add Work Experience

  • Use action verbs (led, developed, increased)
  • Quantify achievements with numbers
  • Focus on impact, not just duties
  • Use our AI enhancement feature for better descriptions

5. Include Education

  • List in reverse chronological order
  • Include relevant honors or activities
  • Add GPA if 3.5 or higher (optional)

6. Showcase Your Skills

  • Prioritize in-demand skills
  • Use our AI suggestions for relevant skills
  • Include both technical and soft skills
  • Add proficiency levels

Pro Tips

Use AI Enhancement

Click the "Enhance with AI" button to:

  • Improve experience descriptions
  • Get skill suggestions
  • Optimize for ATS systems

Profile Visibility Settings

  • Set to "Public" for maximum exposure
  • Enable "Open to Work" if job searching
  • Allow recruiters to contact you

Regular Updates

  • Update your profile monthly
  • Add new projects and achievements
  • Keep skills current with industry trends

Tabbio Score

Your Tabbio Score reflects profile completeness:

  • 0-25%: Basic
  • 26-50%: Developing
  • 51-75%: Strong
  • 76-100%: Outstanding

Aim for 80%+ to maximize visibility to recruiters.

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