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How the Eisenhower Matrix Can Keep Your Projects on Track [My Experience]
In my early days as a solopreneur, I often drowned in an endless list of tasks (more often than I’d like.) Every item on my to-do list felt urgent, and I was constantly pulled in different directions. Yet, by the end of each day, I felt like the most critical stuff remained unattended. To put it lightly, I was frustrated with this pattern. Desperate for a solution, I stumbled across the Eisenhower
How to Test Stripe Payments on a WordPress Site (3 Easy Methods)
If customers have trouble paying at checkout, then that’s a huge problem for your online store. It can damage your reputation and cause shoppers to abandon their carts, leading to lost sales. That’s why testing Stripe payments before you launch your store is so important. This simple step makes sure you’re able to process payments and grow your online business. We always make sure to do this
The tenured philosophy professor at Princeton might not even be half as effective a teacher as the adjunct at the community college. The head of surgery might be relatively better at meetings and politics than they are at actually helping patients. Having a lot of social media followers doesn’t mean you’re really good at making pizza.
Which LLM Should You Use for Your Business? [Pros and Cons]
Choosing the right large language model can feel overwhelming with so many options out there, especially if you’re not exactly living and breathing AI But as we’ve worked through each one, we’ve gotten a real sense of what they’re good at (and where they fall short). So, let’s talk about what to use, when. ChatGPT & OpenAI-o1: The Reliable All-Rounders Let’s start with ChatGPT and OpenAI-o1. Open
Infinite Uploads Review: A ‘One-Stop’ Media Solution for WordPress
Infinite Uploads offers an all-in-one cloud storage and CDN solution for WordPress sites, with unlimited site connections and hassle-free setup. Is it worth the investment, though? Let’s find out! The post ” ” first appeared on WP Mayor .
How to Hire a WordPress Security Expert (& Fix Your Site in No Time)
So, your WordPress website isn’t working correctly. Maybe it started with a small issue—your site felt slow, or a strange link appeared where it shouldn’t have been. Then, things got worse. Visitors start to see spam popups, your homepage redirects to random sites, or your hosting provider shuts everything down. You try malware scans, restore a backup, or change passwords, but nothing works. The
Why Keyword Intent Matters & How It Leads to Higher Search Rankings
A lot of marketers are guilty of paying too much attention to keyword volumes and not enough to what the content should cover. As a result, they produce large volumes of content that lack engagement and don’t convert. That’s even true for pieces that are well-written. That’s what happens when marketers ignore keyword intent, which is the missing element of the puzzle. Knowing not just what your a
How I Built a $75M Newsletter: My Top Tips to Make Yours Impactful in 2025
I started Morning Brew during my senior year at the University of Michigan while helping students prepare for job interviews. When I asked them how they stayed up-to-date with business news, they all gave similar answers. “I read the Wall Street Journal because my parents told me to. It’s dense. It’s dry. I can’t get through it.” I was surprised. These were future business leaders who couldn’t co
Top AI Tools for Creators for 2025
Are you a content creator or marketer looking to improve your content? Wondering how AI can help you produce high-quality content? In this article, you’ll discover the best AI tools for research, image generation, video creation, and audio production to enhance your content creation process. Who Should Use Tools for AI-Generated Content Not everyone needs […]
We take stability for granted, until it’s no longer there. Some art forms and enterprises benefit from an unstable environment, where systems are in flux and the changes are unpredictable. Others are nearly impossible. How much priority do your investors, clients and employees put on building processes that do well in chaos? Or are you betting that the conditions will be just like now, but better
I Read the “Official” WordPress in 2025 Report – It’s Just a Piece of Enterprise PR
You might have noticed a new report published on the official website of the WordPress project. I’m emphasizing the word “official” because the publication location is quite strategic, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves here.
Some facts and assertions about healthcare (particularly in the US) and then an outline of a change agent that could improve health, perhaps dramatically. We spend an enormous amount of time and money on healthcare. The typical visit to a healthcare clinic lasts an hour and a half. The typical time with a doctor is sixteen minutes. Improving the timing and accuracy of a diagnosis has enormous lev
Media Mix Modeling: What It Is and How to Use It [+ Examples]
I’ve worked in digital marketing for over ten years and always look for ways to improve my marketing analysis and reporting. Having worked in leading digital agencies and my own multi-channel agency, media mix modeling (MMM) is paramount in my work. I co-founded an SEO and PPC agency with Leigh Buttrey, and we are dedicated to multi-channel marketing. She runs PPC, I run SEO, and we both know our
My Tips for Designing Great Website Imagery [With Canva, HubSpot, + 3 More Tools]
I‘ve been designing images for websites for about seven years now, so I’ve come across many tools that make the process simple. If you want to create or incorporate compelling images into your brand‘s website for the first time and you’re not sure how you’re in luck. In this post, I’ll share my tips and favorite tools for designing website imagery that will make your site stand out and delight
How to Add Product Badges in WooCommerce (Quick and Easy)
Have you ever wondered if you could replace WooCommerce’s basic sale badge with something more eye-catching (and slightly less boring)? This is a common question we get from our readers, and we’re happy to tell you that the answer is yes. You absolutely can! Custom product badges are a fantastic way to highlight special items in your online store. They’re helpful whether you want to showcase new
The smartphone is the most expensive device most people own, and the one they use the most. Here’s everything you can’t have, can’t afford and won’t get, right here. Here’s everyone you want to have an argument with, one click away. Here is every piece of bad news we can imagine, much of it imagined instead of real. Connection is powerful and magical. It’s also enervating, subject to manipulation
Doing what? When we choose which job to apply for, what career to commit to, which business to start, it might be worth a moment (or a few moments) to get at the heart of what a day well spent produces. What’s it for? Here are a few to get you started: Doing good Doing well Participating Teaching Leading Showing your skill Staying consistent Solving problems Finding security
Over the last 50 years, 167 different people have been part of the Saturday Night Live ensemble cast. Some of them went on to become comedy superstars, others lasted less than a season and are fairly obscure in the cultural pantheon. But if you were tasked with creating an all-time MVP cast, it would be a mistake to only pick the movie stars. Like a baseball team or the local non-profit, the
This year is set to be transformative for WordPress, yet many decision-makers risk overlooking the immense opportunities ahead. Our new “WordPress in 2025” report highlights why WordPress should be a cornerstone of your long-term strategy. Stay ahead of the curve—read the report now to see how WordPress can drive growth and innovation for your business in the years to come. Some of the key points
Hidden Backdoors Uncovered in WordPress Malware Investigation
At Sucuri, we often encounter cases where malware is deeply embedded in websites, hidden in files and scripts that can easily escape detection. In this article, we’ll walk you through a real-life incident where a customer contacted us about unusual behavior on their WordPress website. After a detailed investigation, we uncovered multiple backdoors allowing attackers to execute malicious code
WordCamp Asia 2025: Manila Magic
The first major WordCamp of the year is here! WordCamp Asia 2025 lands in Manila, Philippines, from February 20-22, bringing together open source enthusiasts, developers, and WordPress professionals from across the region—and the world. With three packed days of learning, networking, and collaboration, this year’s event promises fresh insights, dynamic discussions, and plenty of opportunities to
Integrating AI into WordPress: Tools and Plugins to Enhance the Site
From content creation to site management via user experience and more, Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform every aspect of our work as website owners and developers. That’s certainly the case for WordPress users. While the core open-source platform features very little -if anything- in the way of in-built AI features, an entirely new ecosystem […]
Flex Pricing Review: Customize Your WooCommerce Prices Based on Who’s Buying
Ever noticed how a Big Mac costs $7.09 in Massachusetts but only $4.19 in Wyoming? Physical stores have always adjusted prices based on location and customer demographics. But online stores? We’ve been stuck with one-price-fits-all. That’s where Flex Pricing comes in. This WooCommerce plugin lets you automatically adjust your prices based on factors like your […]
Best Practices for Using Gutenberg Patterns and Blocks in Custom Themes
It’s no secret that Gutenberg Patterns and blocks have been a game-changer for developers of modern WordPress themes and the website creators who use them. Whether you’re creating a truly unique, one-of-one custom theme or simply looking to completely transform an existing theme and make it your own, the better you understand these increasingly fundamental […]
Celebrating Women’s Contributions to WordPress: A Call for Women-Centric Events
Have you heard the news? The WordPress Community Team is rallying local WordPress communities to ‘celebrate, empower, and inspire women’ ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8. In a post shared on the Make WordPress Community blog, contributor Pooja Derashri called for community organizers to establish women-focused events where women and gender minorities can […]
As the owner of a content business, I need to make accurate project estimates. If a project takes longer than estimated, I’ll end up with frustrated clients and a backlog of other projects. I could also miss out on potential repeat business and referrals. To make a realistic estimate, it’s not only my own time management and capacity that I need to consider. Hiccups like sickness, lengthy interna
How the Scarcity Principle Can Transform Ecommerce
Welcome to Creator Columns , where we bring expert HubSpot Creator voices to the Blogs that inspire and help you grow better. In 2005, Ben Fischman was CEO of SmartBargains. It was a discount website selling everything from bedding to luggage. The deals were fantastic. Visitors flocked to the site for prices up to 75% off. It was an overnight success. But by 2007, the buzz was gone. Competitors
MonsterInsights vs Site Kit: The Best Analytics Solution for WordPress
Google Analytics 4 (GA4) is an incredibly powerful tool for learning about your website visitors. Unfortunately, it’s also pretty difficult to use, especially for beginners. If you’re looking for deeper insights into visitor behavior without drowning in complex data sets, then you may be debating between MonsterInsights and Site Kit by Google. Both of these plugins make Google Analytics reports
This is a complicated promise. It’s about commitment and connection and most of all, time. If we’re saying that we’ll do what’s in our short-term interest and convenient, then there’s really no reason to say anything at all, since that’s what we usually do anyway. Instead, we’re promising to shift our time horizon. To show up when we don’t feel like it, especially then. To invest focus and time
How to Hide Prices in WooCommerce (Keep Product Pricing Private)
By default, WooCommerce shows your product prices to everyone who visits your store. While this works for most online retailers, some businesses need more control over who sees their pricing. While helping online store owners, we’ve come across a few different cases where hiding prices in WooCommerce is essential. For example, wholesale suppliers need to show special pricing only
Viral Short-Form Video Formats for 2025
Tired of your content getting lost in social media noise? Wondering how top creators consistently produce videos that get noticed? In this article, you’ll learn a proven methodology for dissecting successful content formats and adapting them to your own niche. Why Video Storytelling Matters for Marketers With 5 billion people on social media platforms today, […] The post appeared first on Social
Read to the end to see the most inconvenient convenience store in the world. In today’s edition: The WordPress Training Team reveal their 2025 goals for world domination (but like, the good kind.) FYI: Your flip-flops and short-shorts are NOT invited to WordCamp Asia. #keepitclassy A great post from Sunita Rai that includes like, every WordPress Wapuu ever. Hot Off The Presses: What’s New?
This is not a real word, but it’s useful nonetheless. When we default to doing what we did without examining our options, we’re ‘usualing.’ It’s a helpful way to save time, because we can’t re-examine every possible option or we’d never get out the door in the morning. We wear our usual clothes, leave at the usual time, take the usual form of transport, drink the usual coffee and that’s all befor
Magento Credit Card Stealer Disguised in an <img> Tag
Tag” align=”center” src=”https://blog.sucuri.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Magento-Credit-Card-Stealer-Disguised-in-an-img-Tag-560×263.png” height=”263″> Recently, we had a client come to us concerned that their website was infected with credit card stealing malware, often referred to as MageCart. Their website was running on Magento, a popular eCommerce content management system that skilled at
How I Built a Complex AI Workflow Automation Plugin for WordPress With Zero Coding Experience
Ever wished your WordPress site could think for itself? Meet WP AI Workflow Automation—the WordPress AI plugin that transforms your site into a powerhouse of automation. Whether it’s content creation, data analysis, or customer service, this plugin does the heavy lifting for you! In this article, the developer takes you behind the scenes, sharing the journey of building this game-changing tool
Two kinds of creative feedback
If you’re the client or the boss, it’s possible that someone is going to create creative work for you. Sooner or later, you’ll get something that doesn’t work. You might want to explain why it’s not good enough. Perhaps you can demonstrate how it doesn’t fit the genre or meet spec. Explain the historical context, the market demands and the structure of the problem and the work to be done.
How to Turn Your WooCommerce Customers into Affiliates
We all know referral programs are powerful. But let’s be honest – it isn’t easy to find genuine brand advocates. Many programs attract people who are just looking to make a quick profit, leading to inauthentic promotions that convert no one. Just think about the times you’ve seen online influencers all promoting the exact same product in the same way – were you convinced by them?
The HubSpot Sales Blog’s Data-Driven Play That Earned 250k+ Non-Organic Views
The inbound methodology is really important here at HubSpot. I think you could go so far as to say that it’s more or less our “main thing” — like almost everything we push, preach, and practice as a brand hinges upon it. In the interest of keeping this post focused and practical, I won’t go into a holistic, thorough, “pay attention because I’m going to quiz you on this later” exploration
Why Identifying Local Networking Opportunities Adds Value to Real Estate Farming Efforts
Real estate farming is a strategic approach where agents focus on specific geographic areas to build long-term relationships with local residents, businesses, and professionals. By consistently engaging with the same community, agents can enhance their visibility, establish themselves as experts, and grow their market presence. This focused effort allows real estate professionals to become
AI Workflow Automation Review: Your Ultimate Employee in a WordPress Plugin
Through sophisticated integration with leading AI models, the AI Workflow Automation plugin lets you automate content creation, customer service, and more from within WordPress. This post looks at every aspect of this game-changing tool to help you understand if it’s the right solution for you.
WordPress 6.7.2 Maintenance Release
WordPress 6.7.2 is now available! This minor release includes 35 bug fixes , addressing issues affecting multiple components including the block editor, HTML API, and Customize. WordPress 6.7.2 is a short-cycle release. The next major release will be version 6.8 planned for April 15, 2025. If you have sites that support automatic background updates, the update process will begin automatically. Yo
How to See Search Analytics in WordPress (2 Easy Ways)
Ever wondered what people are searching for on your website or how they’re even finding your content in the first place? ? Digging into search analytics data opens up a world of opportunities! It helps you understand your audience, create content they’ll love, and grow your traffic and sales. Then, you can adjust your site for a better visitor experience. Whether users are looking for specific
AI Priming: Getting Custom and Accurate AI Output
Wondering why your AI results aren’t meeting expectations? Curious about the secret to crafting more effective prompts? In this article, you’ll discover why 95% of your prompt should be dedicated to priming and how to implement this strategy for better AI outcomes. Why Prompt Priming Improves AI’s Responses To help us understand the importance of […]
There’s a delay between the time something goes wrong and when we notice it. Sometimes, it can take years. Part of the art of project management is noticing things more quickly. And it helps to acknowledge that by the time we notice something, it’s probably too
9 Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Website Right Now
Since the dawn of time (or at least since the dawn of the Internet), business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs have been asking this question: Do I really need a website, especially if I’m already on social media? The answer is a resounding “yes.” Let us explain why (and how you can get started). 1. A website lets you own your online home If your web presence is wholly dependent on closed social media networks like TikTok, Instagram, or LinkedIn, you don’t always have…
How to Use Header Tags for SEO and Accessibility
Header tags are one of the most fundamental elements of a well-structured blog post. They guide readers through your content, improve accessibility, and help search engines understand your content’s structure. But using headings properly requires more than just adding a few bold titles to your text. In this post, we’ll walk you through how to use header tags effectively and why it matters for your WordPress site. What are header tags and how do they impact SEO? A heading…
30 Time-Tested Tips to Increase Website Traffic (+ A Free Downloadable Checklist)
How exactly do you increase your website traffic? It’s a more complex question than it might seem on the surface. With the advancement of AI in search results, shifting social media algorithms, and other factors that impact websites, attracting visitors is challenging. Fortunately, it’s not impossible. Whether you have a brand-new site or one that’s been around for years, driving more visitors to your website often comes down to doing basic things consistently. In this post, we’ll…
How to Increase Blog Traffic: 21 Tactics You Can Use Instantly
Why should you invest time in learning how to increase blog traffic? Well, imagine this: you toiled away for months to start your blog. You agonized over the name, carefully picked a theme, wrote your best copy, and launched it with all the giddiness of a high schooler asking their crush to prom. And then—crickets. Your blog is a ghost town. Tumbleweeds would roll down your homepage if they could. Not a single soul seems interested in your content. In a panic, you try your best…
How to Make a Website: The Complete, No-Code Beginner’s Guide
It looks like you’re here because you want to learn how to create a website, and maybe you find the task ahead a bit scary, overwhelming, and unsettling. That’s understandable. Making a website can seem like a big undertaking, especially if you’ve been told that you need special skills for it, like knowing how to write code. We are here to tell you that that’s not true. You can have your own, professional-looking website without any programming skills. In fact, all you need is to know…
How to Customize Your Bluesky Handle with a Custom Domain From WordPress.com
When social media platforms change their algorithms, make decisions that conflict with your values, or get shut down, it can leave users like yourself in a tough spot. Sometimes, your only choices are to stick around anyway (if the service is still live), or lose your hard-earned following and content. Enter Bluesky, a Twitter-like platform that lets you control your social media footprint. It’s built with an open source and federated architecture (more on what this means for you in a bit)….
Notice Our New Look? An Update to WordPress.com’s Interface
As some of you have already noticed, we rolled out a significant update to our user interface over the weekend! The updated interface is the latest release in a larger project to bring the experience on WordPress.com much closer to a “core” WordPress experience. You’ll have already seen big changes to our navigation and settings experience recently, and this interface update is an extension of that work. This is just the beginning of a gradual process that will continue over the next…
How to Start a Successful Blog: A 12-Step Guide for Beginners
So, you want to start a blog, huh? First of all, that’s a pretty dope idea. In my opinion, it’s one of the most fun and rewarding things you can do. Blogging allows you to dive deeply into topics that really interest you, improve as a writer, and learn a ton along the way. In addition, starting your own blog has never been easier. The required pieces are readily available. You just have to know how to use them, which is what this post will show you. We’ll cover the step-by-step process…
Hot Off the Press: New WordPress.com Themes for January 2025
New Year, new themes! We’ve been hard at work developing new themes to help you kickstart 2025. Whether you are building your very first website or looking to refresh an existing site, these new options can help you achieve the design you want. Dadaist Designed for: Research Projects and Archives Also great for: Blogs, Digital Zines and Magazines, News, Advocacy Dadaism pushed the boundaries of what was considered art with absurdism and flair – with Dadaist,…
Improving Fediverse Engagement With the Reactions Block
We believe in the open web and interoperability between online publishing platforms. That’s why we’re excited about the Fediverse and are committed to shipping features that improve the way your site connects to the open web. Today, we’re introducing Likes, Reposts, and the Fediverse Reactions block, building on our commitment to decentralized publishing. Introducing the Reactions Block With the Reactions Block, likes and reposts from Mastodon and other Fediverse platforms are automatically…
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