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The Future of WordPress Freemium Plugins in 2025 A “freemium” WordPress product is a plugin or a theme that, in addition to its free version, offers either paid add-ons or a premium version/service. With Special Guest Jack Arturo, The Founder of WP Fusion & Very Good Plugins https://verygoodplugins.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-arturo-9a4957a8/ @verygoodplugins #1 - Jack, can you give the tribe some background info on how you got into programming, especially WordPress development? #2 - Jack, in your opinion, is there is generally any real future connected to the WordPress Freemium model in 2025? Paid Membership Pro https://www.reddit.com/r/Wordpress/comments/1geca45/paid_memberships_dev_says_matt_threatened_to_take/   #3 - What advice would you give a WordPress plugin or service entrepreneur connected to effectively marketing their business in 2025 #4 - You have been living in Germany for several years; what are the main differences between the WordPress and development community compared to the USA? #5— What AI tools do you personally use to help you run your business? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------  

What Are Some of The Biggest Challenges Digital Agencies Face in 2024 Challenges agencies face daily can hinder success. Discover the top obstacles and practical solutions to help your agency thrive in a competitive market. This insightful video delves into the most significant challenges agencies face in today’s fast-paced landscape. From navigating client expectations to managing tight budgets and adapting to rapid technological changes, we explore the hurdles that impede growth and success. Join us as industry experts share their experiences and strategies for overcoming these obstacles. Chris Martinez Bloom Partners Chris Martinez, Founder of Bloom Partners https://bloompartners.io/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismartinez13/ #1 - Chris, can you explain how you got into agency consultation? #2 - What are some of the biggest challenges agencies face at the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025? #3 - What are some actionable things agency owners can do connected to the challenges you outlined in the previous question? #4 - What are some of the most significant opportunities you see agencies have in the changing world of AI and increasing offshoring? #5— What AI tools do you personally use to help you run your business? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?   ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

How To Sell Paid Discovery The Right Way With Special Guest Laura Elizabeth, Founder of Client-Portal Learn how to sell Paid Discovery with confidence! Explore essential tactics and insights to boost your success in the marketplace now. Are you struggling to sell paid discovery effectively? Our informative video breaks down the essential steps for presenting this valuable service convincingly. From identifying client needs to demonstrating tangible outcomes, we cover it all! Discover how to position yourself as a trusted partner rather than just a vendor. Ready to refine your sales skills? Laura Elizabeth founded Client Portal, a WordPress plugin for freelancers and agencies that lets clients keep track of all files, links, and deliverables in a professional, centralized portal. She also runs Design Academy (a design course for developers), and Project Pack (sets of templates and documents for freelancers and agencies).She loves helping freelancers improve their workflows, project management skills, and design through free, premium products. Laura Elizabeth https://lauraelizabeth.co/ https://client-portal.io/ @lauraelizdunn   #1 - So Laura, how did you get into the would-have design and WordPress? #2 - What key things do you feel that Freelancers or micro agency owners need to understand connected to selling paid discovery? #3 - Can you give some information on Client Portal and what problems it tries to solve for freelancers and agency owners? #4 - Have you got any general advice regarding onboarding new clients for freelancers? #5— What AI tools do you personally use to help you run your business? ----------------Sponsors------------------ Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show ----------------------------------- Hosts of The Show Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ https://manananomas.com/ @MananaNoMas ----------------------------------- Sponsors of The Show ----------------------------------- #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?

Tune into WP-Tonic's Monthly Round Table Show for engaging WordPress News and Tech News! Don’t miss out on expert discussions and trends. In this month's edition of WP-Tonic's Round Table Show, we bring together top professionals from the WordPress community to share their insights on pressing tech topics! Learn about essential updates, practical strategies for site management, and insider tips that can transform your workflow. Perfect for anyone passionate about web development or digital marketing. This Month's Special Guest Panelists, Brian Casel, Devin Walker, and Marc Benzakein #1 - WP Engine Files Injunction, Hearing Set for November 26, 2024 https://wptavern.com/wp-engine-files-injunction-hearing-set-for-november-26-2024 https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/30/matt-mullenweg-says-automattic-is-very-short-staffed-amid-wordpress-vs-wp-engine-drama/ Silver Lake was a venture capitalist (VC) https://wpengine.com/newsroom/leadership-team/ DISRUPT 2024 Interview Review #2 - Elon Musk’s secret talks with Putin ramped up during his Twitter takeover: WSJ report https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/25/elon-musk-and-putin-talks-ramped-up-during-twitter-takeover-wsj.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECKkqENk3DA #3 - WP Fusion Lite Plugin Removed From WordPress.com Following a Cease and Desist Letter https://wptavern.com/wp-fusion-lite-plugin-removed-from-wordpress-com-following-a-cease-and-desist-letter #4 - Apple sharply cuts back on Vision Pro production, The Information reports https://www.reuters.com/technology/apple-sharply-cuts-back-vision-pro-production-information-reports-2024-10-23/ #5 - WordPress Themes Repository Now Houses 1000 Block Theme https://wptavern.com/wordpress-themes-repository-now-houses-1000-block-themes #6 - Researchers say an AI-powered transcription tool used in hospitals invents things no one ever said https://apnews.com/article/ai-artificial-intelligence-health-business-90020cdf5fa16c79ca2e5b6c4c9bbb14  

Agency owners: Unlock the power of positioning! Learn strategies to differentiate your agency and drive growth in a competitive market. Positioning is crucial for any successful agency owner looking to thrive in today’s fast-paced market. This informative podcast explains why a clear position can transform client perceptions and drive business growth. You’ll better understand how effective communication shapes brand identity while attracting the right clientele. Join us as we uncover vital strategies. With Special Guest Special Guest Corey Morris, CEO & Owner of Voltage Digital

Special Guest Katie Keith, Founder & CEO of Barn2 Plugins We discussed how Katie got into WordPress and her thoughts on where she feels WordPress is going in the last quarter of 2024.   #1 - So, Katie, what is your background? How did you get involved in the semi-crazy WordPress world? #2 - What are some of the most significant opportunities in challenges that you feel Barn2 Plugins Faces at the present moment and in 2025? #3 - Katie, what are your thoughts connected to the recent post from DHH (David Heinemeier Hanson) of Ruby on Rails and 37signals and Matt Mullenweg's response? https://world.hey.com/dhh/capture-less-than-you-create-c30e462e https://ma.tt/2024/10/on-dhh/ #4 - Over the last couple of years, I've been increasingly feeling that parts of the WordPress professional community has been increasingly engaging and helping the leadership of WordPress in one big semi-public lie, and this has been one of the reasons I've decided not to attend WordCamp US what are your thoughts on this? #5— What AI tools do you personally use to help you run your business? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? https://barn2.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekeithbarn2/ @KatieKeithBarn2 ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------------- -----------------------------------

The Merchant of Complexity What's Wrong With WordPress And How Can It Be Fixed? We had a great conversation with Marc Benzakein about WordPress and Matt Mullenweg's future. What's wrong with WordPress? Discover common issues and effective fixes to enhance your site’s performance. Unlock your site's potential today. Join us as we uncover the significant challenges WordPress is facing today. This show breaks down critical areas like interface inconsistencies and Open-source governance. We’ll highlight what’s wrong and provide actionable strategies to fix these issues effectively. https://marcbenzakein.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-benzakein/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNDVKJKvsyc @MarcBenzak ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

#935 - WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss Matt Mullenweg's Interview With Theo Browne. The Future of WordPressWith Special Guest Spencer Forman In this show, we analyze the exchange between Matt Mullenweg and Theo Browne about current developments in WordPress and open-source initiatives. They discuss critical issues such as user experience enhancements and future opportunities for developers worldwide. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious about tech trends, this discussion offers essential takeaways. ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

We interviewed the founder of WPManageNinja Shahjahan Jewel, a WordPress enthusiast and entrepreneur. Shahjahan Jewel The Journey from 4 employees to 110 lessons learned #1 - Jewel, can you give the audience some background information how and how you got into web design and development, including WordPress? #2 - Bangladesh recently has face some dramatic challenges. How have these difficulties affected your own business? #3 - Can you give us some insights on the internal planning process linked to building new products/plugins? #4 - What is one of the biggest challenges that WPManageNinja faces now? #5— What AI tools do you personally use to help you run your business? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? https://wpmanageninja.com/ @WPManageNinja   ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

Matt Mullenweg vs, WP-Engine #933 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show With Special Guests We discuss Matt Mullenweg's controversial remarks at WCUS 2024 and his actions against WP-Engine, some online criticism of the online "launch" of Etch, and a load of other stuff connected to the most exciting stories in WordPress and tech in September 2024 This Month's Special Guest Panelists - Kevin Geary & Mark Szymanski   #1 - WCUS 2024 - An In-Person Q&A With WordPress Cofounder Matt Mullenweg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnI-QcVSwMU Matt Mullenweg’s Ecosystem Thinking for Open Source Success https://wptavern.com/matt-mullenwegs-ecosystem-thinking-for-open-source-success #2 - Mark Zuckerberg says there’s ‘no causal connection’ between social media and teen mental health https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/25/24254044/mark-zuckerberg-meta-social-media-teen-mental-health #3 - Etch announcement: It’s all about outsourcing risk https://wpbiz.dev/news/etch-announcement/   #4 - Adam Neumann’s startup Flow opens a co-living community in Saudi Arabia https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/20/adam-neumanns-startup-flow-opens-co-living-community-in-saudi-arabia/

How Will AI Effect Being A WordPress Freelancer or Agency Owner With Special Guest Max Ziebell AI's impact on WordPress freelancers and agency owners is profound. Discover how to adapt and thrive in a changing digital landscape. Are you curious about how artificial intelligence will influence your role as a WordPress freelancer or agency owner? In this engaging show, we break down key trends and emerging technologies that are set to redefine digital services. Learn about both challenges and opportunities AI presents, ensuring you're equipped for success in a rapidly evolving market. Max Ziebell https://maxziebell.de/ https://www.youtube.com/@maxziebell2853/videos @MaxZiebell #1 - Max, can you give us some background info on how you got into web development, especially your general interest in AI? #2 - There seems to be a lot of confusion around AI connected to "Language Models" and "General Intelligence." if you agree with this, can you give some insight into the main differences between these two technologies? #3 - How will AI affect web development and design in the next few years? #4 - If a young relative came to you for some advice and mentorship connected to a career in web development, what key advice would you give them #5— What AI tools do you personally use to help you run your business? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com

Critical lessons from investing in reveal strategies for success. Discover insights that could transform your investment approach. With Special Guest Rob Walling, The Founder of TinySeeds And The Host of The Popular Podcast "Start-Up For The Rest Of Us" Podcast. Rob Walling Tinyseeds https://tinyseed.com/ Start-Up For The Rest Of Us Podcast https://www.startupsfortherestofus.com/      

WordPress uptake stagnating in 2024? Uncover the truth behind the numbers and explore implications for developers, businesses, and bloggers alike. Curious about the future of WordPress? In our latest show, we investigate whether the platform’s growth is slowing down or if it's merely holding steady in 2024. With a deep dive into usage patterns and comparisons with emerging alternatives, this analysis sheds light on what lies ahead for one of the world's most popular content management systems. With Special Guests Matt Medeiros & Mark Szymanski Main Discussion Topics Kevin Geary - Etch Jamie Marsland - Head of WordPress YouTube Josepha Haden. - Executive Director of WordPress Project Morten Rand-Hendriksen   ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.co  

We discuss Jamie Marsland being made the De facto face of WordPress and Kevin Geary's new product ETCH. This month's essential subject will be "CREDIBILITY", personal and company. We will discuss Jamie Marsland being made the face of WordPress and Kevin Geary's new product ETCH, So "don't miss out on this month's WP-Tonic round table show live discussion. Join us on Thursday as we delve into the newest WordPress and tech articles that have been making waves this month. This Month's Special Guest Panelist - Brian Jackson, Joint founder of Forgemedia & Tom Fanelli, Founder and CEO of Convesio #1 - Jamie Marsland Joins Automattic as Head of WordPress YouTube https://wptavern.com/jamie-marsland-joins-automattic-as-head-of-wordpress-youtube #2 - Elon Musk’s X sues advertisers over alleged ‘massive advertiser boycott’ after Twitter takeover https://apnews.com/article/x-sues-advertisers-unilever-cvs-mars-orsted-673d1ae88e9fb0ca5b170d238739453e #3 - Dear WordPress | Kevin Geary | Etch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuaabXY5atE   #4 - What is Telegram and why was its CEO arrested in Paris? Pavel Purov https://apnews.com/article/telegram-pavel-durov-arrest-2c8015c102cce23c23d55c6ca82641c5 A woman clocked in for work at Wells Fargo on Friday at 7 a.m. 4 days later, she was found dead at her desk. https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/investigation-underway-after-body-of-wells-fargo-employee-found-dead-at-work-tempe/75-1329570f-3b63-4869-b4bd-7d45801a80f2   #5- The WordPress Paradox: Open Source vs. Commercial Interests https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brU7XSDQIpY   #6 - Eric Schmidt Full Controversial Interview on AI Revolution (Former Google CEO) https://www.chaindesk.ai/tools/youtube-summarizer/eric-schmidt-full-controversial-interview-on-ai-revolution-former-google-ceo-mKVFNg3DEng

The Future Impact Of AI On eLearning And The WordPress Platform Explore the future impact of AI on eLearning and learning to be a developer. Uncover trends that will transform online learning experiences for educators and students. In this week's show, we dive deeply into the intersection of AI code development technology, eLearning innovations, and the WordPress ecosystem. We'll uncover how artificial intelligence enhances educational platforms through automation, adaptive learning pathways, and improved accessibility features. Gain valuable knowledge about emerging trends that could shape the future landscape of online education! Watch until the end for expert predictions—don’t miss out. #1 - Chris, what are some of the most significant opportunities and challenges that eLearning faces connected to AI over the next couple of years? #2 - I feel that AI is going to change education in general, especially online education. What are your thoughts on this? #3 - What are some of the biggest challenges that LifterLMS faces when competing with its main SaaS competitors, and do you feel you are at a disadvantage when integrating AI technology compared to these SaaS platforms? #4 - What are your thoughts about the Gutenberg project, and are some consistent criticisms of the project fair? #5— What AI tools do you use personally to help you run your business? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? Chris Badgett https://lifterlms.com @ChrisBadgett   -------------------Guest Details ------------------ Chris Badgett https://lifterlms.com @ChrisBadgett ----------------Sponsors------------------ Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

Discover the perfect product-market fit for your WordPress venture. Unlock strategies and insights to elevate your online success today.   Unlock the secrets of achieving product-market fit in our latest video tailored for the WordPress community. We explore practical techniques and real-life examples that illustrate how to connect with users' needs while maximizing the capabilities of WordPress plugins and themes. This informative guide will empower you to create solutions that resonate with your audience. ----------------Sponsors------------------ Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------Sponsors------------------ With Special Guest Devin Walker, SVP, Chief Innovation Office | StellarWP Devin Walker is the creator of several highly rated and award-winning software products. He is best known for creating the GiveWP, an online fundraising platform built for WordPress. His work is actively being used by millions of websites and is featured in Product Hunt, WP Tavern, Torque, and several other widely regarded online publications. As an advocate for open source, Walker has given back extensively to the WordPress community through code contributions, WordCamp and Meetup organization, speaking efforts, and fostering and supporting popular online groups like Advanced WordPress (AWP) and WordPress for Nonprofits.   #1 - Devin, What are some of the biggest challenges and lessons learned connected to StellarWP and SolidWP and finding product market fit? #2 - What are some of the most enormous opportunities for StellarWP over the next 18 months? #3 - Do you have any advice or observations on finding the proper boundaries connected to what level of support a plugin should provide connected users? #4 - Where do you feel we are with the Gutenberg project? #5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? Devin Walker https://stellarwp.com https://devin.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/devin-walker-619-sd

A hosting company's journey to discover innovative tactics that fueled growth and improved client relations. In this informative interview, we take you behind the scenes of a hosting company's venture into marketing automation. Witness firsthand how they implemented innovative technologies to optimize their marketing efforts, improve lead generation, and create personalized customer experiences. With Special Guest Tom Fanelli CEO of Convessio #1 - Tom, what were the main business reasons for Convessio's development of its marketing automation platform? #2 - In May 2024, Convessio bought Growmatik; what were the main lessons you and your team learned from the purchase? #3 - What major trends have you noticed lately in hosting and providing services to WordPress agencies? #4 - Lately, a lot of frustration has been expressed in public by some of the leading influencers and trainers in the WordPress space connected to Gutenberg. What are your thoughts connected to Gutenberg? #5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? https://convesio.com/convert/

What Needs To Be Done To Save The Gutenberg Project? Save the Gutenberg Project. Discover essential actions needed to preserve this literary treasure and ensure free access to knowledge for all. Join us in our compelling exploration of what must be done to rescue the Gutenberg Project from its current challenges. This video outlines pressing issues such as budget constraints and digital adaptation while offering actionable insights on fostering growth within this landmark initiative. Together, we can advocate for open access to knowledge.   #1 - Kevin, is it possible to build a page and website builder that meets the diverse needs of a core project that drives 40% + of all websites on the internet? #2 - Can you explain to the audience the critical concepts around "Intrinsic Design" and your personal views connected to it being implicated in Gutenberg? #3 - Have you any thoughts on why it seems so hard for the leadership team to admit and deal with some of the major problems of the Gutenberg project? #4 - What are the two to three key things that need to be changed connected to the Gutenberg project as quickly as possible? #5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? Kevin Geary https://geary.co/ https://digitalgravy.co

Don't miss out on this week's live discussion! Join us on Thursday as we delve into the newest WordPress and tech articles that have been making waves this month. This Month's Special Guest Panelist - Jason Cohen Founder of WP-Engine & Mark Szymanski #1 - What’s New in WordPress 6.6: New Design Elements, Synced Patterns, and More https://nitropack.io/blog/post/wordpress-6-6 WordPress is a UI/UX Disaster - Change My Mind! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vdKSqkmUKg&t=338s The WordPress Criticism Debate - Redressing the Balance https://www.youtube.com/live/kgL7o5ND1kY NEW Major WordPress Update 6.6 - DOA Dead On Arrival! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VQ9fC7KEbY ------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- #2 - Angry admins share the CrowdStrike outage experience https://www.theregister.com/2024/07/19/admin_crowdstrike_update_mess/ #3 - Exciting News: BuddyBoss Is Joining The Awesome Motive Family! https://www.buddyboss.com/buddyboss-joins-awesome-motive/ #4 - Meta Opens Door To Research On Instagram's Impact On Teens https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/397813/meta-opens-door-to-research-on-instagrams-impact.html   ------------------------------------------------- The Panel -------------------------------------------------   This Month Special Guest Panelists Jason Cohen Founder of WP-Engine & Mark Szymanski   Our Regular Monthly Panel Heather Wilde Renze https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwilde/ @heathriel Chris Badgett https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-badgett-57486325/ @ChrisBadgett Spencer Forman https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerforman/ @SpencerForman Kurt von Ahnen https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ @KurtvonAhnen @MananaNoMas   ----------------------------------- Sponsors of The Show ----------------------------------- Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- Website https://www.wp-tonic.com/ YouTube Channel: @wptonic The Membership Machine Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3W9r4gb Twitter: @wptonic_com LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/42ngKWr ----------------------------------- -----------------------------------

#923 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Baldur Bjarnason Is WordPress At It's Core A Real Open Source Project In 2024? Discover the truth in 2024: Is WordPress genuinely open source? Explore its core origins and prospects now. Delve into the heart of WordPress in 2024 and explore its true essence as an open-source project. Discover the evolution of this platform over the years and analyze if it still upholds the principles of transparency, collaboration, and community-driven development. Join us in uncovering whether WordPress remains an open-source project at its core today. #1 - Baldur, what are some the critical elements of an "open-source" project in 2024? #2 - What are some of an established OS project's biggest challenges when dealing with legacy code? #3 - How effectively can an OS project deal with the problem of management by committee, or is this a real problem or just ongoing propaganda? #4 - What do you see personally as WordPress's most significant challenges and opportunities in 2024? #5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you? -------------------Guest Details ------------------ Baldur Bjarnason https://www.baldurbjarnason.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/baldurbjarnason/?originalSubdomain=is   ----------------Sponsors------------------ Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- WP-Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK Wp-Tonic sponsors' special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK   -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show ----------------------------------- Hosts of The Show Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ https://manananomas.com/ @MananaNoMas -------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------