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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
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Kurt and Toby discuss various challenges and responsibilities in the WordPress development space, including user error, software design, and the importance of client education. They explore innovative business ideas, the valuation of agencies, and the impact of SaaS and subscription costs on…| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Kurt and Toby discuss the complexities of pricing, client relationships, and ethics in agency work. They explore the balance between offering expertise and competing with cheaper alternatives, the importance of discipline and...| 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, Matt is joined by Sandra Kurze to discuss the unique offerings of Greyd, a comprehensive suite of tools designed for web agencies and enterprises. They review the challenges of enterprise projects, the importance of pricing and value in WordPress tools, and how…| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ Podcast, Toby and Kurt discuss the complexities of client relationships, particularly focusing on handling refunds, emotional intelligence in communication, and the importance of setting boundaries. They explore the dynamics of good versus bad...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute Podcast, Eric Karkovack welcomes Zachary Hamed and Matthew Achariam, co-founders of Clay, a personal relationship management tool recently acquired by Automattic. They examine how Clay unifies fragmented contact data from various platforms, like...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Matt is joined by veteran writer Maddy Osman to discuss the evolving landscape of content creation in the age of AI. Maddy shares her journey, including her recent book and course launch,...| 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
A new survey, spearheaded by Big Bite with input from leading WordPress agencies like WebDevStudios and Human Made, sheds light on why enterprises continue to bet on the world’s most popular CMS. State of WordPress 2024 Report During a recent Do The Woo episode, Brad Williams (WebDevStudios) and Tom Willmot…| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+, I sit down with Carrie Dils and Karim Marucchi to talk through FAIR—short for Federated and Independent Repositories—a new package management project launched under the Linux Foundation. If you're in the WordPress space and wondering what FAIR is, why it matters, and how it…| The WP Minute
Have you gone shopping lately? You might have noticed that prices are on the rise. It’s not just groceries, though. Products and services in the WordPress ecosystem are also getting more expensive. Product makers have slowly but surely changed pricing models. Those can’t-miss lifetime plugin deals are getting harder to…| The WP Minute
In this episode, I unpack the big announcement behind FAIR — the Federated and Independent Repository — a new package manager initiative under the Linux Foundation. Scooped by The Repository and launched during WordCamp Europe week, FAIR promises decentralized plugin and theme distribution for WordPress, reducing reliance on wordpress.org and…| The WP Minute
In this insightful episode of The WP Minute+, Kurt and Toby dive deep into the business mechanics behind running a WordPress-based web agency. They explore the power of blueprints: predefined, productized service packages to streamline work, deliver consistent results, and increase profitability. Rather than reinventing the wheel for every client,…| 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
In this episode of the WP Minute+ podcast, Matt sits down with Victor Ramirez, an experienced technologist working at the intersection of WordPress and data analytics. The conversation explores the challenges WordPress professionals will encounter in 2025, from increasing competition in the CMS market to the impact of AI on…| The WP Minute
Cory Miller has been at the center of two major shifts in the WordPress ecosystem. First, he sold his full ownership of Post Status to Marieke van de Rakt and Joost de Valk, who are now forming a new nonprofit entity to back it. Matt explores Cory’s timeline of running…| The WP Minute
Here on the WP Minute, Eric Karkovack asked, “Can Gutenberg and WordPress Page Builders Coexist?” his debate has been raging ever since the Gutenberg project launched. I used to fall into the "page builders will crush Gutenberg" camp. Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder - they were just so far ahead in…| The WP Minute
