Sample of biography about myself

Ask around. Contact other authors, not just biographers. Reach out to libraries, historical societies, or family members of your subject.

Know when to stop researching.

How to write a bio about yourself for work

You will likely have more than enough. You can always go back later and fill in the gaps.

Use your research selectively. You can always use excess material in blog posts or videos, articles, speaking appearances, or future projects.

You’ll need to devise a thesis—a main takeaway.

You might instead, or also, have various themes that run through the book.

8. Start outlining.

You need an outline—early on. You can start this as early in your process as you like.

How to write a biography for students

The traditional bulleted list works well for most—but others will start with a handwritten "mind map” or by writing on and rearranging virtual (or actual) sticky notes.

As you make your outline, refer to your thesis and/or themes.

Refer to your timeline. Start to figure out how you might want to divide the