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A portfolio should show both the work and your contribution

Summary

Build a portfolio with consistent case studies, accurate contributions, services, prices, and contact guidance. Keep examples and availability current.

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A portfolio should show both the work and your contribution

A portfolio is a collection of work examples. When using it to discuss assignments, present the finished work alongside your contribution and available services.

Arrange the site so visitors can move from examples to prices and enquiry instructions. Quantity alone may not reveal the skills a new project needs.

Use a consistent case-study structure

For each project, state its purpose, deliverable, contribution, and date. Identify your specific role in collaborative work and label personal projects.

Add a sentence about application when a title is insufficient. For restricted projects, use approved summaries or separate personal examples.

Connect examples to prices and commissioning

Describe services and the information required for an enquiry. Sample prices should include scope and delivery format, with an explanation of how extra work is quoted.

Link to the commissioning guide near representative work. Even on one page, identify biography, examples, prices, and contact details with headings.

Review project information when adding work

When adding projects, review external links, availability, and current prices. Ordered lists can express sequential steps. (W3C content structure)

Ask someone unfamiliar with the site to find examples and commissioning details. Record where they need help and revise the relevant explanation.

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What if I have few projects?

A: Label personal work and explain its purpose and your contribution.

Q: Should I include every piece?

A: Choose work that explains your services and remove unnecessary duplication.

Q: Can it work alongside social media?

A: Link posts to relevant case studies and commissioning details.

Q: What about confidential projects?

A: Agree the permitted disclosure scope with the client before publishing.

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