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
In this episode of the WP Minute+ Podcast, Matt is joined by John Doherty, a seasoned entrepreneur who transitioned from running the SEO lead-generation agency Credo to launching and scaling a productized editing and content service, EditorNinja. John reflects on how burnout, shifting business economics, and a desire for more…| The WP Minute
Discover the potential of AI in improving your product's success. Understand its impact on user experience, pricing, maintenance, and fueling growth. Make an informed decision for your business.| The WP Minute
If you’re a WordPress professional, it can be hard to know where you fit into the bigger picture. Online community The Admin Bar aims to provide a glimpse into the market with its annual WordPress Professional Survey. Web designer Kyle Van Deusen interviewed 667 professionals and reported on a range…| The WP Minute
WordPress is inherently flexible. You can use it to build virtually any kind of website. There are no hard and fast limits. We can say the same about its user workflow. There is more than one way to accomplish your desired result. Maybe you use a page builder. Perhaps you…| The WP Minute
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This article marks the third installment in our Why We Choose WordPress series. In our first post, we explored it as a platform built for builders. In the second, we looked at how it supports everyday users. Now, we turn...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Matt Medeiros speaks with Oliver Sild from Patchstack about the evolution of WordPress security, the challenges of managing plugin vulnerabilities, and the implications of the Cyber Resilience Act. They discuss the role...| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Matt Medeiros and Kamil Rextin discuss the evolution of Kamil’s agency, 42 Agency, and its focus on demand generation and revenue operations. They explore the challenges and opportunities in the digital marketing...| The WP Minute
After successfully building and selling Newsletter Glue, most founders might have taken a moment to pause. But for Lesley Sim, the transition was less about slowing down and more about leveling up. Even before Newsletter Glue was acquired, she had...| The WP Minute
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing within the WordPress ecosystem. We’re seeing various implementations for generating content, performing tasks, and providing front-facing customer support. The technology is also being leveraged to create websites from scratch. The idea is...| The WP Minute
Over a decade after his last appearance on my old Matt Report feed, Brian and I pick up like no time has passed. We talk candidly about what it takes to bring LoopConf back to life, why he acquired the...| The WP Minute
We all need to make a living. Sometimes, we take a job out of need rather than preference. There are bills to pay and mouths to feed. It’s how the world works, after all. However, being a freelancer is different....| The WP Minute
In this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Phil Thompson from Pressable discusses the importance of human connection in customer support, the challenges of handling plugin issues, and the dynamics of agency partnerships. He emphasizes the need for empathy in...| The WP Minute
AI-driven website builders, drag-and-drop platforms, and the constant noise around “the future of open source” have made it seem like WordPress might be losing its shine. But if you’re a solopreneur, blogger, or small business owner, the truth is much simpler: WordPress remains one of the most cost-effective, reliable, and…| The WP Minute
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, 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
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 tool promises “no code, no hassle”. But if you’re a…| 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 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, 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
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