In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Ryan Logan from Influence WP, a platform aimed at fostering connections within the WordPress community. Ryan shares his background in IT and his transition to WordPress, highlighting Influence WP's focus on partnerships and consumer benefits. The platform offers exclusive deals and a unique "bad actor bounty program" to address industry issues. An unnamed participant contributes by asking questions and providing feedback. The discussion underscores the importance of collaboration, transparency, and community engagement within the WordPress ecosystem, showcasing Ryan's dedication to making a positive impact.

Top Takeaways:

• About InfluenceWP: InfluenceWP is a platform designed for WordPress users, businesses, and partners to collaborate and share resources. Members can create unlimited listings to showcase deals, services, or projects. The platform aims to foster connections and encourage community growth rather than focusing solely on generating revenue. Additionally, it offers features like viral giveaways and opportunities for cross-promotion among members, making it a valuable tool for collaboration.
• Membership Details: Membership on InfluenceWP caters to both consumers and partners. Partners can list their offerings, such as deals and resources, while consumers benefit from accessing these opportunities. Notifications about new listings are sent through newsletters, keeping members informed and engaged. Ryan Logan, the founder, emphasizes that members are encouraged to maximize the platform’s features, including interlinking listings for added visibility.
• Opportunities for Advertisers: InfluenceWP’s newsletter presents a unique opportunity for partners to promote their offerings through paid advertisements. This feature is especially beneficial during sales periods like Black Friday, where deals are abundant. By integrating advertising into the platform’s ecosystem, InfluenceWP provides an additional revenue stream for itself and its members, while also enhancing the visibility of partner contributions.
• Future Plans: Looking ahead, InfluenceWP aims to expand its offerings through collaborations and community-driven initiatives. Ryan envisions a future where the platform includes projects like user-generated podcasts or sponsored content. These initiatives would allow contributors to share in the success of the platform while bringing fresh ideas to its ecosystem. Ryan is committed to keeping InfluenceWP open to diverse forms of collaboration.

Mentioned In The Show:

• influenceWP
• Patchstack
• Twitter
• Bluesky
• LinkCentral
• Bug Bounty Program
• StellarWP
• WP Weekly
• WP Wonder Women
• Mark Westguard
• WS Forms

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