Struggling to Make Kajabi Templates Feel Like Your Brand? Here's How to Transform Your Site

You’ve landed in Kajabi, full of ideas and energy, ready to take the online business world by storm. You think, “I’ll just grab a template, add my copy, slap on my logo, swap some colors, and boom—instant website magic!”

Then reality hits: Wait… why does this still look like a Generic Internet Person instead of me?

If you’ve felt this way, you’re not alone.?

Kajabi templates are amazing starting points—especially if you don’t have the time to do it, money to hire someone, or design skills to start from scratch.?

But let’s be real: making them feel like your brand is where the challenge begins.

Here’s the truth: your brand is more than just logos and colors. It’s the personality, vibe, and emotional connection you create with your audience.?

And yes, you can capture all that in a Kajabi template.

Step 1: Define Your Brand Vibe

Before you even think about customizing a template, pause. Take a deep breath.?

Now ask yourself:

If my brand were a person, who would they be?

• Professional and efficient like FedEx??
• Happy and connected like Coca-Cola??
• Empowering and action-oriented like Nike??
• Slightly sarcastic but full of heart? (Yep, that’s me ??.)

Your brand vibe is what people feel when they interact with your business.?

It’s what sticks with them long after they’ve scrolled past your site.

How to Nail Your Vibe:

1. Feelings: What emotions do you want people to feel when they land on your site? Excitement? Trust? Warmth?
2. Perception: Do you want to come across as bold and authoritative, or approachable and friendly?
3. Personality at a Party: Are you the witty friend cracking jokes, the inspiring leader giving a toast, or the reliable planner making sure everyone gets home safe?

Pro Tip: Your vibe is your north star. Every design decision—colors, fonts, copy—should align with this.

Step 2: Choose the Right Template

Kajabi offers plenty of templates, but not all are created equal. The goal here is to find one that works with you, not against you. Think of your template as your co-pilot: if it’s not flexible or user-friendly, it’s not the right fit.

What to Look For in a Template:

• Layout Fit: Does the layout showcase your content the way you envision?
• Flexibility: Can you tweak it to match your style without wanting to pull your hair out or (gasp) stopping and avoid creating the page at all?
• Vibe Match: Does it feel like you, or does it scream “meh”?

Hot Tip: Not feeling Kajabi’s default options??

Check out these template packs from people I trust: Meg Burrage’s Template Packs.?

Penny in Your Pocket Template Packs

They’re designed to be user-friendly and look stunning right out of the gate.

Step 3: Customize Like a Boss

This is where the magic happens! But don’t worry—you don’t need to channel your inner Picasso. Your goal isn’t a work of art; it’s a clean, functional site that reflects you.

Focus on the Basics:

1. Colors & Fonts:
2. Logo Placement:
3. Call To Action:?
4. Images:
5. Layout Tweaks:

Pro Tip: Kajabi’s customization guide walks you through tweaking your site settings with ease.

Step 4: Get Inspired

Still staring at your screen, wondering, But HOW do I make this look like me??

Don’t worry—you’ve got backup.

?? In the Heart-Centered Kajabi Support Group, Sara Smits van Oyen’s “Template Transformation: Before and After Look of Meg’s Kajabi Templates” is here to save the day. ??

• See real-life examples of how templates go from “meh” to wow.
• Get actionable tips you can use immediately (because we don’t have time for fluff).
• Build the confidence to create a site that screams YOU.

?? Watch the training here!

Step 5: Keep It Simple, Superstar

Let’s cut to the chase: your Kajabi site doesn’t need to win design awards.?

It just needs to:

1. Look like you: Your site should reflect your brand and the transformation you provide.
2. Make the next step easy: Whether it’s buying, booking, or signing up, guide your audience there.
3. Inspire trust: A polished, cohesive site says, “I know my stuff.”

How to Keep It Simple:

• Use clean layouts.
• Stick to easy navigation.
• Focus on showcasing the value you bring, not cramming in every feature under the sun.

Pro Tip: Even a single, well-designed page can make a massive impact.?

It’s about clarity, not complexity.

Your Brand Deserves to Shine

Your Kajabi site is more than a digital space. It’s your first impression, your online home, and your chance to show the world exactly who you are.

With a little tweaking (and Sara’s training), you can turn any template into a site that says, THIS is my business. I’m YOUR solution.

Ready to make it happen?

• Join the Heart-Centered Kajabi Support Group and watch Sara’s Template Transformation Training for tips and tools to get started.

?? Join the group and access the training!

Because no one does YOU better than YOU. ??

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