Saturday, October 28, 2023
Welcome to the world of limitless opportunities! Building a robust profile on our platform is your gateway to success. In this guide, we'll unveil the critical elements that demand your attention, ensuring that you're not just visible but irresistible to potential clients. Each section you fill, every detail you provide, contributes to a powerful online persona that sets you on the path to success.
Step 1: Building the Skills Showcase
Enter Skills - Begin by entering your skills, and watch as our platform suggests related items. Keep in mind that some devices might require you to tap backspace to refresh the list. Skills are vital; they connect you with the right jobs. List all your relevant skills to increase your chances of being selected by potential clients.
Profession - Declare your professional identity, be it an architect, student, or interior designer. This information helps us tailor your profile for the best opportunities and audience exposure.
Craft Your Bio - Write a professional bio that highlights your expertise and experiences. However, remember to keep it informative and relevant. Do not include personal information, as our platform prioritizes anonymity to foster a secure environment for both you and clients.
Once you’ve added the required details and the fields in this section, go ahead and click on Next button to move to the next stage of profile updation.
Step 2: Detailing Your Education
College Name - Enter the names of colleges where you completed your degrees. Accurate spelling matters for professional credibility.
Graduation Year - Indicate the year you graduated. This helps potential clients understand your experience level.
Degree Type - Specify whether you obtained a bachelor's or master's degree.
Field of Study - Describe your specialization during your academic journey.
Degree Details - Explain what you learned during your degree, highlighting specializations and noteworthy subjects. This insight paints a clearer picture of your capabilities.
After completing and reviewing the details of the degree, click on the “Add” button on the screen. Your qualification will be added to the table on the screen.
Remember, including all your relevant degrees enhances your profile's depth and appeal. Proceed to the next step once you've added all your degrees. Once you add all your relevant degrees and details, click "Next".
Step 3: Documenting Your Work Experience
Start Date - Enter the date when you began a particular role or project, you can click on the month to go to the previous month and the same for the year or use the arrow keys.
End Date - Indicate when you completed the role or project. If ongoing, use the "I am currently working in this role" option.
Work Categories - Select the relevant work categories. Detailed selections enhance our algorithm's ability to match you with ideal opportunities.
Designation - Specify the job title or role you held during the experience.
Organization Name - Enter the name of the organization where you worked.
Work Description - Provide a detailed account of your contributions, impact, and achievements in the role. The more specifics you offer, the better potential clients will understand your capabilities.
Once you’ve added details for one of your roles you can click on the “Add” button for it to be added to the table.
You can start filling in the next job related details to build more relevance and ease for the platform to match you with opportunities that would be suitable to your profile. Including multiple work experiences enriches your profile's credibility. Click 'Next' when your work history is complete.
Step 4: Showcasing Your Portfolio & Projects
Project Name - Give each project a clear and concise name.
Project Type - Select the appropriate project category from our predefined options, this helps us send relevant information for the different projects that run on the platform and sometimes clients look for professionals with very specific experiences.
Portfolio Upload - Share your portfolio documents or images. Ensure no personal details are included in your portfolio document, as our platform prioritizes client decisions based on your work.
Project Description - Craft a 100-150 word summary that encapsulates the project's essence and your contribution. This description serves as a teaser for potential clients.
Maximize your profile's impact by adding multiple projects. Once the portfolio files have finished uploading, you can click on “Add” button to add this project to the portfolio table, followed by adding more projects. The more portfolio or project files, the easier for our algorithms to match you to prospects. After uploading all the projects or portfolio files. Click 'Next' to proceed.
Step 5: Highlighting Your Certifications & Licenses
COA Registration Name - If applicable, enter your Council of Architecture (COA) certification/license name. If not, use "NA."
COA Registration Number - If applicable, enter your COA license number. If not, use "NA."
Other Certifications - Share any additional certifications or courses you've completed.
Certificate Details - Provide information about the certificate or course, including the institute and expiration date if applicable.
After uploading an image, you can click on the “Add” button to add the certification to your profile. Amplify your professional credibility by showcasing relevant certifications. Once you have added all the certificates, you can click 'Next' when you're ready to head to the next section.
Step 6: Final Submission
This is the most important section, because you get a chance to go back to any of the previous sections. Run through the details, edit or update them to make it the best representation of your talent and skills.
Make sure to review your profile and ensure that all required fields are accurately filled. Rectify any errors or omissions before clicking the 'Submit' button. This step marks the culmination of your efforts, launching your profile into the platform's realm of potential opportunities.
Congratulations! You've completed the journey of crafting an outstanding profile that reflects your skills, experiences, and expertise. Your efforts have laid the foundation for connecting with potential clients and thriving within our professional community. Embrace the journey ahead, and watch as your profile opens doors to exciting prospects and collaborations.
Your profile is more than just data; it's your ticket to success. Filling every section is your investment in a brighter future. The more you share, the better we can match you with clients who value your skills. Every detail is a piece of the puzzle that shapes your professional journey. Be thorough, be comprehensive, and welcome the surge of opportunities that await you. Your success begins with your profile – make it count!