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Required vs. Optional Fields for Each Listing Type

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Written by Brandon Austin
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Required vs. Optional Fields for Each Listing Type

Quick Answer

Each listing type has different required fields. Profile listings only require your name. Organization and Event listings require a name, description, and logo. Job listings require a description, position details, industries, and hiring organization info. All other fields are optional but adding more information improves visibility and lead generation.

Profile Listing Fields

Required Fields (Must Complete)

Field

Requirements

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Name

Your actual personal name only

Don't use business names, titles (Dr., Esq.), or marketing phrases

Important Optional Fields

Field

Description

Best Practices

Profile Photo

Your professional headshot

Use a clear, professional photo (not a logo)

Headline/Tagline

Brief professional description

Keep it under 100 characters

Bio/Description

Detailed professional background

Include experience, approach, and specialties

Cover Image

Banner image (1800x300px)

Use professional or office imagery

Industries/Specialties

Up to 10 practice areas

Be specific but not too narrow

Licenses

Government-issued credentials

Include license numbers and states

Education

Degrees and certifications

List most relevant/recent first

Languages

Languages you speak

Include proficiency levels

Location(s)

Office addresses

Can list multiple locations

Phone Numbers

Contact numbers

Can include office and mobile

Website URL

Your professional website

Helps with credibility

Social Media

Professional profiles

LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.

Free Consultation

Yes/No option

Attracts more inquiries

Video Introduction

YouTube/Vimeo link

Builds trust with visitors

Community & Matching Fields

Field

Why It Matters

Community Connections

Determines which publications you appear in

Languages (Team)

Languages your colleagues speak

Calendly Link

Easy appointment scheduling

Hours of Operation

When you're available

Organization Listing Fields

Required Fields (Must Complete)

Field

Requirements

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Organization Name

Legal business name

Can drop "LLC" or "Inc." but don't add marketing taglines

Overview/Description

What your organization does

Don't put contact info here

Logo

Organization logo image

Must upload - cannot skip this field

Important Optional Fields

Field

Description

Best Practices

Tagline

Brief organization motto

Keep it memorable and clear

Cover Image

Banner image (1800x300px)

Showcase your facility or team

Gallery Images

Additional photos

Show your work, team, or location

Industries/Services

Up to 10 categories

Match what clients search for

Languages Offered

Service languages

Include all team languages

Insurance Accepted

Plans you accept

Be specific about networks

Community Connections

Communities you serve

Be authentic and genuine

Locations

All office locations

Each gets its own service radius

Phone/Fax

Contact numbers

List main number prominently

Hours

Business hours

Include holiday schedules

Website

Organization website

Critical for credibility

Social Media

Organization profiles

LinkedIn Company, Facebook Page

Parent Organization

If applicable

For franchises or branches

Free Consultation

Yes/No option

Encourages inquiries

Video

Introduction video

Tour or mission statement

Event Listing Fields

Required Fields (Must Complete)

Field

Requirements

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Event Title

Name of your event

Be specific and searchable

Event Description

Details about the event

Include agenda and what to expect

Event Details

Date, time, or schedule

Must have at least start date

Event Categories

Type of event

Select all that apply

Event Logo

Event or organization logo

Required - must upload

Important Optional Fields

Field

Description

Best Practices

Primary Image

Main event image

Eye-catching and relevant

Cover Image

Banner image (1800x300px)

Sets the tone for your event

Schedule Details

Start/end times, sessions

Be specific about time zones

Ticket Information

Pricing tiers

Include early bird discounts

Languages

Event languages

For multilingual events

Community Connections

Target communities

Helps with discovery

Venue Locations

Where it's held

Include parking/transit info

Website URL

Event website

For more information

Registration URL

Sign-up link

Direct registration path

Social Media

Event pages

Build community engagement

Video

Promotional video

Previous event highlights

Parent Organization

Host organization

Builds credibility

Job Listing Fields

Required Fields (Must Complete)

Field

Requirements

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Job Description

Role details and requirements

Be specific about responsibilities

Position Type

Full-time, part-time, contract, etc.

Select accurate type

Workplace Type

Remote, hybrid, or in-person

Be clear about expectations

Compensation

Salary or hourly range

Use ranges like "$60,000-$80,000"

Job Industries

Relevant categories

For candidate matching

Hiring Organization

Company information

Include brief description

Important Optional Fields

Field

Description

Best Practices

Logo

Company logo (optional)

Improves click-through rates

Job Application URL

Where to apply

Direct application link

Required Languages

Language requirements

Specify proficiency needed

Required Skills

Key qualifications

Separate must-haves from nice-to-haves

Community Connections

Preferred communities

For targeted recruitment

Location

Work location

Even for remote, specify time zone

Company Website

Organization site

For research

Social Media

Company profiles

Shows culture

Video

Job or company video

Office tour or team introduction

Fields That Affect Lead Matching

These fields directly impact which leads you receive:

Field

Affects

How It Works

Industries/Specialties

Which service requests match

Up to 10 selections, must match client needs

Languages

Language-specific requests

You OR team members can fulfill

Location

Geographic matching

Default 75-mile radius from each location

Licenses

Professional requirements

Must be valid and active

Community Connections

Publication assignment

More publications = more visibility

Multi-Language Content Fields

All listing types can have content in multiple languages:

How to Add Language Versions

  1. Complete your default content first

  2. Click "Add" at the bottom of the content section

  3. Select publication and language

  4. Enter content in that language

Fields Available for Translation

Listing Type

Translatable Fields

Profile

Name, Headline, Bio

Organization

Name, Tagline, Overview

Event

Title, Description

Job

Job Title, Job Description

Tips for Field Completion

Priority Order for Optional Fields

  1. First Priority: Fields that affect discovery (industries, languages, location)

  2. Second Priority: Trust builders (licenses, education, photos)

  3. Third Priority: Contact options (phone, website, social media)

  4. Fourth Priority: Enhanced content (video, gallery images)

Fields That Build Trust

  • Professional licenses with numbers

  • Education credentials

  • Professional photo (not stock images)

  • Complete business hours

  • Verified website URL

  • Active social media profiles

Fields That Increase Leads

  • Multiple specialties (up to 10)

  • All languages spoken by team

  • Multiple office locations

  • Free consultation option

  • Community connections

  • Calendly scheduling link

Common Field Validation Rules

Field Type

Validation Rules

Names

No special characters, marketing language

Emails

Valid format, will be verified

Phone Numbers

Valid format for country

URLs

Must include http:// or https://

Images

JPG, PNG, GIF only; 5MB max

License Numbers

Will be verified against databases

FAQs

What happens if I don't complete optional fields? Your listing will still be approved, but you'll have lower visibility and fewer lead matches.

Can I leave required fields empty temporarily? No, you cannot submit for review without completing all required fields.

Why is a logo required for Organizations and Events but not Jobs? Organizations and Events are primarily about brand recognition, while Job listings focus on the opportunity itself.

Can I use the same logo for multiple listings? Yes, you can reuse images across your different listings.

What if I don't have all languages my team speaks? List all languages - leads can match if anyone on your team speaks the required language.

How many specialties should I select? Choose all that genuinely apply (up to 10). More specialties mean more potential matches, but stay relevant to maintain quality.

Next Steps

  • Review which fields are required for your listing type

  • Gather all required information before starting

  • Complete as many optional fields as possible for better results

  • Submit your listing for review

  • Update fields anytime (requires re-review)

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