Install the BlitzMetrics Personal Branding Template on a Self-Hosted Site

Introduction

A professional website is an essential tool for establishing yourself online, and the BlitzMetrics personal branding template can help you create a stunning and effective website quickly and easily. This guide will walk you through the process of installing the template on a fresh WordPress installation, step by step.

This comprehensive guide dives deep into the installation process of the BlitzMetrics template, guiding you through both integrating it into an existing WordPress site and setting it up on a brand new installation. By following these step-by-step instructions, you’ll be well-equipped to leverage the template’s powerful features and create a website that truly reflects your personal brand.

So, regardless of your experience level with website creation, this guide is here to empower you. With its user-friendly approach and detailed instructions, you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge needed to establish a professional online presence that sets you apart. Let’s get started on building your brand!

Installing the Templates on a New WordPress Site

Beginning with a fresh WordPress installation offers a clean slate to build your personal brand website. This checklist will provide step-by-step instructions on setting up your WordPress environment, installing the BlitzMetrics template, and configuring essential settings to launch your professional online presence.

Getting Started

  • Back up your website: This is crucial in case of any unforeseen issues.
  • Download the BlitzMetrics templates: Download the templates here.

Checklist

  1. Log in to the WordPress dashboard: Log in to your new WordPress site.
  2. Install the All-In-One WP Migration plugin: Activate the plugin and navigate to its import page.
  3. Import the .wpress file: Click “Import From” and select “File.” Choose the downloaded .wpress file and click “Proceed” and then “Finish.”
  4. Verify import: Check if the theme, plugins, and pages are imported correctly. Refer to the plugin spreadsheet for required plugins based on the client’s package.
  5. Log back in with updated credentials: Use the provided credentials (admin, PersonalBranding.123*$) to login to the WordPress dashboard.
  6. In the BlitzMetrics plugin settings, complete the onboarding forms: Navigate to the BlitzMetrics plugin settings page and complete the following onboarding forms to configure your the templates you just installed:
    • Personal Branding Details
    • Social Media Accounts
    • Testimonials
  7. Search and replace: To double-check all placeholder values have been reset, open the Better Search and Replace plugin (Tools -> Better Search and Replace) and use it to find and replace the following:
    • “firstlast.com” with the client’s actual domain
    • “First Last” with the client’s full name
    • “First’s” with the client’s first name
  8. Notify team: Inform your team in Basecamp that the process is complete.
  9. Replace placeholder media with the client’s images and video: Go to each page and replace all placeholder media with the client’s content. If necessary, add additional Elementor content to include all of the client’s high-value personal branding images and videos.

Follow Up

After completing these steps, your brand-new website built with the BlitzMetrics template will be ready for further customization and content creation. Remember to personalize the template with your unique content and branding to truly make it your own. For additional resources and guidance, explore the BlitzMetrics website and access their extensive library of tutorials and support materials.

Install the Templates on a Pre-Existing WordPress Site

If you already have an established WordPress website, this checklist will guide you through the process of integrating the BlitzMetrics Personal Branding templates. We’ll cover everything you need to know to import the template, ensuring a smooth transition while preserving your current content. If you encounter any issues during the process, don’t hesitate to consult the additional documentation included below.

Getting Started

  • Back up your website: This is crucial in case of any unforeseen issues.
  • Download the BlitzMetrics templates: Download the templates here.
  • Ensure required plugins are installed: Make sure you have BlitzMetrics (updated for standalone installation), Elementor, Elementor Addons Components, Xpro Addons, and Xpro Theme Builder installed and activated. If not, install them now.

Checklist

  1. Import the template files: In the WordPress dashboard, navigate to the Templates menu and click “Import.” Select the downloaded template files and upload them.
  2. Search and replace: To double-check all placeholder values have been reset, open the Better Search and Replace plugin (Tools -> Better Search and Replace) and use it to find and replace the following:
    • “firstlast.com” with the client’s actual domain
    • “First Last” with the client’s full name
    • “First’s” with the client’s first name
  3. Replace placeholder content: Go through each page and replace any placeholder text with the appropriate content for the client’s personal brand. Examples include the client’s title, company name, XYZ, why statement, and long or short versions of their bios.
    • Don’t forget: update all links throughout each template to prevent broken links and poor user experience and SEO scores.
  4. Add client photos and content: Upload the client’s photos to the media library. For each page (Home, About, Blog, Gallery):
    • Upload the corresponding template.
    • Replace existing content with the client’s content, including images and videos.
  5. Set up headers and footers:
    • Open the Xpro theme builder (Home page > Xpro icon in the bottom left corner).
    • Create a “Global Navigation” header: set display to “Entire Site,” exclude “All Posts,” and import the “header.json” template. Update site title, link, and social media links.
    • Create a “Global Footer” following the same steps with the “footer.json” template.
  6. Create a blog theme template:
    • In Xpro theme builder, create a new “Singular” template named “Single Post.”
    • Set display to “Single Post,” import the “single-post.json” template.
    • Finally, click “Edit with Elementor” and update the site title, link, and social media links.
  7. Review and troubleshoot:
    • Preview the website and check for:
      • Typos or incomplete information (e.g., replacing “First Last” with the client’s name).
      • Broken links and images.
      • Unused content blocks that can be removed (e.g., a book section for a client with no book).

Follow Up

Once you’ve finished customizing the template and reviewed the site for any errors, your new blog will be transformed with the professional and modern design of the BlitzMetrics Personal Branding templates. Remember, if you encounter any issues during the process, don’t hesitate to consult the additional documentation included below.

Conclusion

This guide has equipped you with the knowledge to install the BlitzMetrics personal branding template on both existing and new WordPress sites. These templates go beyond mere design; they are carefully crafted tools designed to help you build a strong online presence that reflects your unique brand identity.

The templates provide a foundation for effectively showcasing your expertise, experience, and values to potential clients, collaborators, or employers. By customizing the templates with your own content, visuals, and voice, you can establish a professional and memorable online brand that sets you or your client apart.

Whether you choose to use an existing site or a brand new site, remember that the journey of building your personal brand is ongoing. Use this guide as a starting point, and continue to refine and personalize your website as your career and goals evolve.

As you continue to produce and repurpose content, you will continue to move closer and closer to your goal of triggering your personal knowledge panel in the Google search results. To further solidify your online identity, don’t wait. Learn how to claim and manage your own knowledge panel today.

For more information about personal branding, SEO, and digital marketing, visit the Your Content Factory Academy today and check out our Personal Branding course now! Or, check out these additional resources about the BlitzMetrics Personal Branding Site Builder.

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