Let's start by writing an introduction article
Once you start using note, whether you are an individual or a corporation, we recommend that you first write an introduction article. There are no strict rules for an introduction article, but having one prepared is sure to have various benefits.
Why is an introduction article necessary?
On note, you can register your favorite articles as a "profile" on your creator page. By writing down who you are, what you have done, and what you intend to do, it becomes easier to connect with your readers.
Create a mechanism to "convey yourself" to readers
Having an introduction article on note makes it easier for readers to feel a sense of familiarity with you.
For example, if you are a professional designer, having an article that summarizes your background can help convey your direction as a creator to the reader. This will likely make them more interested in your other articles as well.
However, it might be a bit difficult to increase your fan base with just an introduction article alone. We recommend preparing it as something for readers to refer to after they have read your other articles.
How to write on note without revealing a profile
Conversely, there is also a way to start writing on note without writing about your background or position at all, and slowly increasing your readership. While the context of your articles might be hard to grasp at the beginning, as you continue to write, you may gain trust through the quality of your content.
We recommend deciding whether or not to reveal your profile based on what you want to convey on note.
How should I write an introduction article?
Before you start writing your introduction article, it will be easier to proceed if you decide on your purpose for using note to some extent from these two perspectives.
Imagine who you want to read your articles
First, decide on your target audience. By clarifying your target readers, your writing style will be determined. The words you use will change depending on whether you are aiming for the general public or people with specific hobbies or interests.
Think about what you want to do
It is also a good idea to put into words what you want to share from now on and write a statement of purpose. People who resonate with you or need your information might follow you.
Furthermore, even if you are already a well-known person, explaining "why you are starting note now" from scratch makes it easier for your feelings to reach your readers.
That said, there are no rules for introductions, so you might want to start by writing a casual greeting. The good thing about the web is that you can fix things at any time. You can rewrite it if your goals change, or you can write an article in the middle of your journey saying, "I have changed direction like this."
There is an article summarizing various introductions picked up by the note editorial department, so please use it as a reference.
Points for writing articles and examples that might be helpful are summarized in this article.
Clarify your purpose for corporate accounts
If you are writing an introduction for a corporate account, such as a company or organization, we recommend organizing your purpose for note first. Try thinking about your purpose from these four perspectives.
Who
Who is the person you want to reach with your note? By thinking about your specific target reader with higher resolution, the reader will be able to take it in as something that relates to them personally.
What
Let's clarify the purpose of using note. For example, there are various purposes such as promotion, recruitment activities, or internal communication. If you have many purposes, it is a good idea to prioritize them.
Why write on note
Let's organize how to use note differently from other channels (official website, various SNS, etc.).
note is a place where people who will truly listen gather when you share stories and thoughts. What do you want to convey in such a place? Please reconfirm this before you start writing.
What do you want them to do after reading
Decide on a goal for what action you want the reader to take after reading. For example, you want them to follow your account or join your company. It is a good idea to draw a concrete picture of the ideal way you want them to take action.
After setting your purpose, it is a good idea to think about what kind of impression you want your company's account to make on your target audience.
Furthermore, here are some tips for self-introductions.
Other self-introduction tips
・Link to the support areaas an introduction article (note pro exclusive feature)
・Display the article at the top of the creator page timeline (pinned post feature)
・Customize the menu bar and include an introduction article under categories like "About Us" or "For First-Time Visitors" (note pro exclusive feature)
・Include not just your name but a brief introduction in the account name field
・Review periodically, and if the direction of your account changes slightly, add to it or write a new statement of intent
Please also refer to this page for how to write a corporate introduction.
Corporate introduction articles are collected in this magazine.
Writing an introduction is also a good opportunity to face what you want to write about on note. Please, give it a try!