Introduction
Building a professional personal brand online involves showcasing your educational background. Listing your degrees can help establish credibility and demonstrate expertise in your field. This guide will walk you through the process of adding your degrees to your BlitzMetrics website to highlight your academic achievements.
Cleaning Up Existing Degrees:
Before adding new degrees, it’s important to ensure there are no placeholder entries or outdated information on your site. Here’s how to clean up your current degree list:
- Navigate to the Degrees page: In your BlitzMetrics Admin Dashboard, locate the page labeled “Degrees” in the left-hand sidebar. This is where all your educational credentials are listed.
- Select All Degrees: Look for a checkbox option that allows you to select all existing degrees, which may be labeled “Select All” or something similar.
- Select the “Move to Trash” Bulk Action: Once all degrees are selected, find the dropdown menu for bulk actions. Select “Move to Trash” or a similar option to remove any placeholder entries.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation prompt will likely appear. Click “Apply” or the confirmation button to delete the selected degrees.
With any placeholder degrees removed, you are ready to upload your new credentials.
Adding a New Degree:
Follow these steps to add your degrees to your personal branding site:
- Go to the Degrees Page: From the Admin Dashboard, navigate to the “Degrees” page.
- Click “Add New”: Look for the “Add New” button in the top left corner of the page, which will open a page to input your degree details.
Filling in Degree Information:
Here are the fields you will need to complete:
- Degree: Enter the name of the degree you obtained (e.g., Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts).
- Major: Specify the area of study or focus for your degree (e.g., Computer Science, Business Administration).
- Institution Name: Provide the full name of the academic institution where you obtained the degree.
- Start Date: Enter the date when you started your studies.
- End Date: Enter the date when you completed the degree.
- Institution URL (optional): If available, you can include the official URL of the institution’s website.
- Image (Institution Logo) (optional): You can upload the logo of the institution to enhance the visual presentation.
Tips for Effective Presentation:
- Use Accurate and Professional Information: Ensure that all degree details are accurate and professionally presented.
- Leverage the Institution URL: Linking to your university or college’s official website adds credibility and allows visitors to learn more about the institution.
- Include the Institution Logo: Adding the institution’s logo can make your site look more polished and visually appealing.
By adding your degrees to your BlitzMetrics personal branding site, you help solidify your professional background, which can be a key factor in establishing trust and authority with potential clients, employers, or collaborators.
Final Thoughts:
- Keep Your Information Updated: As you complete additional degrees or educational programs, make sure to update your site with the latest information.
- Highlight Multiple Degrees: If you have more than one degree, repeat the process to add all relevant academic qualifications to your profile.
With these steps, you’re ready to enhance your personal brand by showcasing your academic achievements on your BlitzMetrics website. It’s time to add your licenses and certifications to help establish credibility as an essential part of your new personal branding site.