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The Tofflers explained that Future Shock kicks in when the world changes faster than we’re ready for. We react instead of respond, and often shut down in the face of too much of the new. When our world changes (and it always does, more now than ever) we have four choices. And only one of them is helpful. DENY: We can pretend that the world isn’t changing, that nothing is different and angrily pus
What’s Coming in WordPress 6.7 (Features and Screenshots)
We have been closely following the development of WordPress 6.7 and testing the beta version of this release, which will bring some exciting updates and several new features. For example, we have been excited to discover that this upcoming release will ship with a brand-new default theme and massive improvements to both the block editor and site editing experience. In this article, we will walk y
The Ultimate Collection of 200+ Best Free Content Marketing Templates (BIR NNP)
Whether it’s writing a blog post , designing an infographic, or creating an ebook, starting a new piece of content from scratch can be a challenge, especially if you’ve never done it before. Luckily, content marketing templates can make things easier. These templates can help with design and inspire you as you develop various processes to reach potential and existing customers. Instead of trying
The right to fork the software is at the heart of open source. WordPress itself started as a fork of the b2/cafelog project . WordPress was one of several forks from b2, which included b2++ (which eventually became WordPress Multisite) and some like b2evolution which still continue today . The last decent fork attempt for WordPress was ClassicPress in 2018, over disagreements about Gutenberg
Twelve days until the first worldwide strategy meetup
There are now 280 cities being organized. You can find the list and all the details by clicking here . It’s free, and it works better when you become a part of it. Find the others. Connect, inspire and lead. It’s a great excuse to organize some friends and colleagues and have a conversation that can make a difference. The site we’re working with has upgraded the software and it’s easier to use no
CartBounty Review: Recovering Abandoned Carts in WooCommerce the Easy Way
The CartBounty plugin is a powerful tool designed to help your online business recover abandoned carts and increase conversions. From the moment a buyer adds items to the shopping cart, CartBounty captures and displays all activities until the customer purchases a product or exits.
My Advice for People of Color Looking to Break Into Tech
Welcome to Breaking the Blueprint — a blog series that dives into the unique business challenges and opportunities of underrepresented business owners and entrepreneurs. Learn how they’ve grown or scaled their businesses, explored entrepreneurial ventures within their companies, or created side hustles, and how their stories can inspire and inform your own success.
How to Add HTML Forms in WordPress (2 Methods)
HTML forms can be great additions to your WordPress website. They let visitors reach out to you, sign up for newsletters, provide feedback, and much more. While HTML forms help you connect better with your audience, creating them can be tricky. And, if you are not familiar with coding, then the thought of dealing with code can be overwhelming. In this guide, we will show you how to add HTML forms
B2B Product Positioning: How to Be Certain Your Product Sells
Do you sell products in the B2B market? Looking for a model to clearly differentiate your product’s value? In this article, you’ll discover a 5-step process for developing powerful B2B product positioning. This article was co-created by April Dunford and Michael Stelzner. For more about April, scroll to the end of this article. Why Product […]
When the person you could have been meets the person you are becoming, is it going to be a cause for celebration or heartbreak? This is something we must work on right now, and tomorrow, and every single day until the meeting happens.
Claspo Review: Boost Conversions and Enhance Engagement Using Custom Popups
Claspo is a WordPress plugin that enables you to build and deploy engaging pop-ups and forms to increase your lead capture. It has a simple user interface, a drag-and-drop editor, and a library of pre-built templates for all pop-up use cases on your website. This post will give you a complete Claspo review!
What Is Google Blacklist? + How to Fix It in WordPress
Some website owners spend a lot of time and effort perfecting their WordPress website just to discover that Google suddenly slams the door shut. A Google blacklist is the last thing any website owner wants to see. But are these blacklists real or just a myth? The fact is that Google doesn’t have a literal blacklist of websites they ignore, but they can penalize websites they have concerns about s
But not all costs are the same. There are three kinds of costs that people get confused about, but understanding them, really understanding them–in your bones–unlocks opportunity. Opportunity cost: If you eat the cupcakes, you can’t also eat the brownies. Every time we choose to do something, we’re choosing not to do something else. Sunk costs: If you’ve invested time or money in something (a law
What we know so far about Matt Mullenweg’s issues with WP Engine, the WordPress hosting provider’s response, and our personal take on the whole messy situation. On Friday evening, September 20, WordPress founder and Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg took to the stage for a hotly anticipated Q&A session at WordCamp US, the biggest WordPress community […] Read More…
We’re proud to announce that Mary Hubbard ( @4thhubbard ) has resigned as the Head of TikTok Americas, Governance and Experience, and will be starting as the next Executive Director of WordPress.org on October 21 st ! Mary previously worked at Automattic from 2020 to 2023, and was the Chief Product Officer for WordPress.com, so she has deep knowledge of WordPress and expertise across business, pr
How to Turn Virtual Teams into Tight-Knit Communities: Radha Agrawal’s Proven Tips
Our master this week once led 40,000 people in one massive virtual dance party for Oprah. ( Oprah !) As someone whose dance moves resemble a malfunctioning robot, I’ll admit that the concept sounded incredibly awkward to me. But watching the vids made me realize Agrawal is onto something: People are desperate for connection. Radha Agrawal is a community architect, public speaker, and entrepreneur
How the HubSpot Blog Built a Freelance Writing Program That Actually Makes Great Content
When I started working with freelancers, I’d experience a sinking feeling when a first draft hit my inbox. Would this piece be any good? Or, would I be rewriting an entire article myself to get something usable? Or perhaps, I found a gem — a freelancer who would make my day with a light edit, strong writing, and a grasp of the subject matter at hand. I would do anything in my power to make them h
Podcasting for Business Growth: How I Built a 7-Figure Business While Staying True to Myself
Welcome to Creator Columns , where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. Sometimes people start podcasts out of curiosity, the need to flex a creative muscle, or the drive to tell their story. But what happens after that initial experiment can be powerful: podcasting can create transformative business growth and consistent profit. When people
[Free WPBeginner Workshop] Unlock the Secret to Growing Your Email List Fast!
Do you want to know how seasoned experts grow their email lists? Have you ever wished you could learn all proven email marketing hacks and tactics that bring results WITHOUT spending hours on trial and error? Then, I have good news for you! We’re hosting a FREE live workshop on WPBeginner: Unlock the Secret to Growing Your Email List Fast! In this workshop, we’ll reveal proven strategies you can
Advanced AI Copywriting: How to Train AI to Write Like a Pro
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant demand for fresh, engaging content? Looking for ways to scale your copywriting without losing your personal touch? In this article, you’ll discover how to build an AI persona that writes in your voice and style. This article was co-created by Jeff Hunter and Michael Stelzner. For more about Jeff, scroll […]
On-Demand Development: Get Expert Support When You Need It
No in-house dev team? No problem. With our newest On Demand Development Service Add-On, our expert team of WordPress developers will be on hand to help you with anything you need, from simple CSS issues to building custom functionality. Need help with expanding the capabilities of the Forminator plugin so it caters to your specific needs? Want to build a custom menu or script beyond what’s possib
is now ready for testing! This beta version of the WordPress software is under development . Please do not install, run, or test this version of WordPress on production or mission-critical websites. Instead, it is recommended you evaluate Beta 2 on a test server and site. You can test WordPress 6.7 Beta 2 in four ways: Plugin Install and activate the WordPress Beta Tester plugin on a WordPress
Happy to announce that WP GraphQL is becoming canonical on WordPress.org. I could say more, but I’ll let Jason tell his story .
WP Briefing: Episode 87: Enterprise Clients and the Business of WordPress
Back by popular demand! We’re taking a look at one of our most insightful episodes: Enterprise Clients and the Business of WordPress . Whether you missed it the first time or just want a refresher, we rewind and look back at the importance of WordPress with Enterprise businesses. Join WordPress Executive Director Josepha Haden Chomphosy as she discusses the role WordPress Enterprise plays along w
11 Personal Branding Tips That Win Followers
There are three main reasons why personal branding efforts fail: The tips below address solutions for all three challenges and…
Deciding to fix a big dent in a car isn’t perplexing. It’s an easy choice. There’s a huge dent, get it fixed. It’s the little dents that are a dilemma. But not fixing little dents means that pretty soon, we’re driving a car that we’re not happy with. Either that, or we define happiness as, “okay with little dents.” Fixing little dents is a commitment to quality, a constant quest against entropy a
This is the story of every new software innovation, and in fact, just about everything engineers have ever created. The first Wright Bros. plane just barely flew. The first version of VisiCalc was just barely useful. The earliest bridges were shaky, unreliable and made of vines. The secret of successful product development isn’t an innovation that bursts forth as a polished and finished product.
I worked with Arthur C. Clarke at the very beginning of my career. He’s most famous for saying, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Magic isn’t such a bad thing. And we certainly have plenty of advanced technology around. Advanced in the sense that we can’t be bothered to take the time to understand it. A friend showed me his electric water bottle.
Unraveling Authentication and Authorization in Web Security
Authentication and authorization – they sound alike, often get used interchangeably, and are absolutely crucial for web application security. But let’s be real, getting them right can sometimes feel like navigating a maze. Don’t worry, we’ll break down these concepts, highlight common vulnerabilities, and arm you with best practices to keep your applications secure.
Voice Search SEO — Optimize Your WordPress Blog for Voice Search
Lots of people now search by voice instead of typing keywords into a search bar. Saying: ‘OK Google, what’s the nearest coffee shop?’ or, ‘Hey Siri, find me a recipe for vegan lasagna’ is just easier sometimes. That’s why voice search is the future of online interaction. Millions of people use it daily for everything from finding information to shopping to controlling their smart homes.
Do you see the defaults? The question, “What are things like around here?” has two possible answers. When a new idea or opportunity arrives, your organization says yes , unless there’s a really good reason to say no
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