In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Toby and Kurt explore the complexities of running a WordPress agency. They discuss the challenges posed by aggressive sales tactics in the industry, the ethics of client relationships, and the importance of...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Kurt and Toby discuss their favorite business and non-business books, exploring themes of leadership, project management, and the importance of community. They examine the concept of product market fit, the balance between...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Toby and Kurt discuss the journey of agency ownership. They explore the transition from feeling like a hobbyist to establishing a legitimate business. They also examine the importance of mindset shifts, resilience, and creating boundaries for work-life balance. The conversation also emphasizes…| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Kurt and Toby discuss various aspects of running a WordPress agency, including productivity, work-life balance, client communication, emotional intelligence, and the importance of setting clear expectations with clients. They explore the challenges...| The WP Minute
Every few years, the same headlines resurface: “WordPress is dying.” “Just use Wix.” “AI will make developers obsolete.” You’ve seen the tweets. The subreddits. Maybe you’ve even felt the pull yourself toward AI-first platforms, sleek site builders, or whatever new...| The WP Minute
Hosting companies are always in need of reaching new customers – new to them and new to WordPress. What are the best ways? If you’re asking us, and you are, we think you need to do all or most of...| The WP Minute
WordPress powers more than 40% of all websites on the internet. This ecosystem runs on more than just code. Most companies in the space already invest in developers. And they absolutely should. Sponsoring dev hours keeps the platform secure, performant,...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Kurt von Ahnen and Toby Cryns discuss the complexities of integrating AI into agency work, the challenges of managing client expectations, and the importance of effective project management. They explore the importance of clear communication with clients and the financial aspects of…| The WP Minute
The web was once a bastion of free and cheap things. Free tools and services catering to professionals and novices were abundant. And even things that cost money were relatively affordable. This climate has been a boon to freelancers, agencies, and clients. WordPress and its ecosystem are prime examples of…| The WP Minute
What defines a WordPress professional? With roles ranging from developers and designers to freelancers and agency owners, the idea of "professionalism" can feel fuzzy. But after years of working with WordPress businesses of all sizes, I’ve found that real professionalism comes down to three simple but powerful principles: caring for…| The WP Minute
The web design industry is maturing. New projects used to be the lifeblood of freelancing, and companies spent money on feature-packed websites to establish themselves online. But those opportunities seem fewer and farther between these days. Don’t get me wrong. New projects will continue to be a money-maker. But there…| The WP Minute