Why Most About Pages Fall Flat — And How to Fix Yours
How to make your About page a conversion tool, not just a placeholder
Many brands treat their About page as an afterthought. But it’s often the second most-visited page on your site, especially for first-time customers.
Here’s how to make yours actually work.
1. Start With a Hook
Avoid generic intros like "Welcome to our website." Instead, lead with a hook that speaks to your audience’s values.
Example: "We make performance gear for people who train hard and rest harder."
This immediately sets tone and relevance.
2. Tell a Brief Origin Story
You don’t need a novel. Just share a few sentences about how and why you started. Make it personal if relevant.
"We started this brand in a one-bedroom apartment with three product samples and a big mission."
3. Introduce the Team
Humanize your business by showing real faces.
Add short bios, favorite products, or quotes from team members.
Bonus: Link to individual blog posts or videos that go deeper.
4. Include Milestones or Social Proof
Timeline visuals work well here.
Highlight key growth moments, press coverage, or notable collaborations.
Even a "10,000 customers and counting" stat builds credibility.
5. Add a CTA
Guide visitors to the next step:
- Shop now
- Explore bestsellers
- See customer favorites
Make it easy for someone to go from learning your story to taking action.