Build a Portfolio That Gets You Hired!

Why do you need a strong portfolio?

Is that even a question to ask?? If you're a professional, you’ll always want your game to be top-notch and for that, you’ll need a stronger portfolio that makes you stand out in front of millions or even billions of people. A portfolio that speaks for itself.

Understanding the Purpose of Your Portfolio

It’s very important to understand the purpose of your portfolio to better cater and make it perform well. You must keep these few points in mind while making one for yourself.

• Whom you’re targeting? (Client, Companies, Communities)
• What do you want to showcase? (Projects, skills, contributions)
• Your USP(Unique selling point) that separates you from the crowd.

Showcasing Your Projects Effectively

You have made a ton of good projects but there is no point if you can’t show them effectively. You don’t have to add loads of projects, just 3–5 are enough but should be your top ones. While showing projects consider these points for more value addition.

• Select 3–5 high-quality projects.
• Add descriptions, technologies used, and key challenges solved.
• Use live demos, screenshots, and GitHub repositories.
• Explain your role in team projects.

Adding Social Proof & Testimonials

If you’ve testimonials or recommendations it can level up your game on a whole different level, so make sure to collect reviews and testimonials after your work. It helps you gain your next projects or job faster as it shows your valuable experience. These are some of the things you can consider while building your portfolio.

• Client testimonials (for freelancers).
• Recommendations from colleagues or mentors.
• Links to LinkedIn, GitHub, Twitter, or personal blogs.

Promoting Your Portfolio

As much as building your portfolio is necessary, promoting it is also equally necessary.?

What is the point of having a sweet if you can’t eat it?? I hope you got the point behind it.

• Share it on LinkedIn, Twitter, and relevant communities.
• Add it to your resume and job applications.
• Participate in hackathons and showcase your work.

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