I’m delighted to be presenting at VA Classroom’s WordPress Success Training Camp on September 27th & 28th, 2011. If you’re a VA, OBM or other solopreneur who is intrigued by the possibilities of WordPress – or just a WordPress site owner that wants to beef up your WordPress skills – this special two-day WordPress training is for you!
Easy Web Buttons & Other Goodies with WordPress Shortcodes
One of the many advantages of having your site built in WordPress is the availability of shortcodes. Introduced back with WordPress 2.5, shortcodes are literally simple, shorthand codes that the writer can insert into posts or pages that render a specific thing on the page – most commonly a graphic button, a social sharing link, an info box, a divider line – anything a developer can think of.
The Case for WordPress.COM
When talking to a new client, I usually take a few minutes to describe the difference between WordPress.COM and WordPress.ORG. Although they are basically the same platform, there are important differences to keep in mind when deciding which one to use. Here’s a quick overview of the primary differences:
Top Ten Reasons to Switch to WordPress (Free Teleclass!)
If you have a traditional HTML website – or have a website that’s run on a content management system, you definitely want to check out my new teleclass next week, Top Ten Reasons to Switch to WordPress. If your website is more than a few years old, or if you want something that is easier to maintain, it may be time to rebuild your site in WordPress.
Announcing New Blogsite Setup & Coaching Packages!
In the past month or so I’ve been very busy putting together my brand new blogsite development and support service packages. After years of working with VAs, Coaches and other Solopreneurs, there’s a clear pattern of what web services these kinds of businesses need in order to make the most of their online presence, not only for marketing and visibility, but also for easy maintenance and low “cost of ownership”. With that in mind, I’ve come up with four package options – each designed to address the needs of the beginner blogger to the established coaching practice with infoproducts and support staff…
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How to Pick The Best WordPress Theme for Your Blogsite Project
Posted on May 31, 2010 by Mary in Commentary, WordPress
One of the most important parts of any of my clients’ WordPress projects is the initial meeting when we discuss which WordPress theme would best meet the client’s needs. If you haven’t worked with WordPress yet, a WordPress theme gives the site its layout and navigation structure, as well as its “look and feel”. So, what do I look for in a WordPress theme? Most of the time it’s way more about function than form…