You passed the challenge. You earned the credential. Now the question is: how do you get it in front of the right people?
This post gives you the exact steps and copy-paste content — no guesswork.
Step 1: Add It to Your LinkedIn Profile
ForgeCoach credentials can be added directly to the "Licenses & Certifications" section of your LinkedIn profile. From your credential page:
- Click "Add to LinkedIn Profile" — this opens LinkedIn with the credential details pre-filled
- Confirm the details (issuing organization, dates, credential URL)
- Save — it appears immediately in your profile
Once added, anyone viewing your profile can click through to verify the credential directly. The credential URL is public and permanent — it doesn't disappear if you change jobs or email addresses.
Step 2: Post About It
The post matters. A credential sitting on your profile gets seen by people who visit — but a post gets seen by your full network. Here's a template that performs well (customize with your own details):
Copy-paste LinkedIn post:
I just earned my [Skill Name] credential on ForgeCoach with a score of [X]%. What makes this different from a regular cert: every question is AI-generated fresh for each attempt. No question bank, no memorizable answers, no study guide. Just real scenarios testing real judgment. The credential is publicly verifiable — anyone can check it: [your credential URL] If you're curious what skills the market is actually rewarding right now, worth a look at the ForgeCoach Index. #VerifiedSkills #ForgeCoach #FutureOfWork
What to customize: Replace [Skill Name], [X]%, and [your credential URL] with your actual details. You can also add a line about why you chose this skill or what you'll use it for — that personal angle tends to get more engagement.
Step 3: Add the Badge to Your Portfolio or Email Signature
From your credential page, you can copy an HTML embed code that renders a badge image. This works in:
- Your portfolio website's About or Credentials section
- A GitHub profile README
- Your email signature (as a small image with a link)
- A personal website or Notion page
The badge links back to your credential page, so anyone who sees it can verify immediately.
Step 4: Include It in Job Applications
When applying for roles that involve the verified skill, include the credential URL directly in your application — in the cover letter, in the "additional information" field, or in a follow-up email. Something like:
"I've recently verified my [skill] through ForgeCoach — you can review the credential at [URL]. The assessment is AI-generated and scenario-based, which means the score reflects applied judgment rather than memorization."
This does two things: it differentiates you from candidates who only listed the skill, and it educates the reader about what the credential actually means — which matters for hiring managers who haven't encountered ForgeCoach before.
When Your Credential Appears in Search
ForgeCoach maintains a verified talent directory at forgecoach.ai/hire. If your profile is public, you'll appear in searches filtered by skill and level. Some employers use this directly — it's worth keeping your credentials current.
Credentials are valid for 18 months. When yours approaches expiry, re-verify to keep it active. Re-verification only updates your score if you score as well or better than before — there's no downside to retaking.