A friend reached out to me recently after discovering something alarming in their WordPress posts. They were using Yoast SEO Premium with the Classic Editor, and they found Yoast had been automatically inserting odd-looking CSS classes like ai-optimize-6 , ai-optimize-9 , directly into their content. The problem is that these classes remain permanently embedded in the posts even after disabling Y

I’m a teacher, so I’m now used to the faces of students who are scared to learn. More specifically, they’re scared to fail to learn. It’s ingrained early in our studies — As are good, Fs are bad, and you’d better learn the right answers before time runs out. That mentality crashes and burns in the world of growth marketing. Few other areas of life encourage you to fail as often as you will with t

The single-most effective way to invest 90 seconds a day is simple (and difficult). 18 times a day, when you’re about to offer advice, ask a question or blurt out a response, wait five seconds. That pause shifts the way what you say next will be perceived. It also opens the door for you to discover what was about to be said, which might be the most important thing you haven’t heard.

A cloud hosting solution that adapts to your site’s traffic, never slows you down, and comes with enterprise-grade security sounds good! This Autoscale by 20i review covers a high-availability cloud hosting platform that developers, agencies, and e-commerce sites all trust to deliver uptime, speed, and peace of mind – every day of the year. The post ” ” first appeared on WP Mayor .

Please who? If you’re on a social media network, are you seeking to optimize for the algorithm, the owners of the tech stock or your personal goals? If you’re publishing a book, are you working for the book or is the book working for you? You might be able to get the folks in the back row to smile a bit if you play your hit song just like it is on the radio, but perhaps your objective

Like many buyers in America today, I cringe whenever I swipe my credit card. Amid a “shifting economic landscape” (read: messy economic times), we’re all watching our wallets, trying to keep spending down, and questioning where our dollars go. And it’s not just consumers — businesses, too, are monitoring budgets and seeking better deals. All told, these budget-conscious prospects want great value

LinkedIn might be the most underrated growth channel in marketing right now. I‘ve been obsessing over this lately. While everyone’s fighting for attention on every other platform, LinkedIn remains a place where smart marketers can still build massive audiences without burning through ad budget. I sat down with LinkedIn creator Hala Taha recently to see how marketers can meet the moment.

From automating writing tasks and boosting productivity to generating stunning visuals, here are some of the top AI tools transforming WordPress content creation in 2025.

Stick around ‘til the end for a sweet birthday surprise… In today’s edition: AI is building plugins, but is it also breaking the repo? (Plus: the “vibe coder” problem in one brutal tweet). 22 years old and still the life of the party. WordPress, you magnificent CMS, we raise a glass to you! Genius tools you’ll wish you’d built yourself, including a /edit cheat code and a post-shuffling script.

Feeling overwhelmed by the constant demands of marketing content creation? Wondering how to use AI to make your marketing more effective—and feeling exhausted? In this article, you’ll discover use cases for streamlining your marketing efforts with AI—from planning and production to automation and optimization—so you can save time, reduce stress, and focus on what matters […]

This sits right next to, “I made a bad decision,” in things that are hard to say. But there are many moments when we’re confused about what actually happened. You might not have made a bad decision. And it’s also possible you didn’t make a mistake. It could be that there was simply a bad outcome. That’s different. Annie Duke opened my eyes to the distinction, and it’s critically important.

Advertising is one of the most common ways to monetize a website, but managing display ads in WordPress can be tricky. Inserting ads can lead to unexpected layout issues, inconsistent ad positioning, and performance issues that wreck the user experience. Many WordPress users manually place ad codes where they want the ads to appear, which […] Read More…

If you’ve ever stared down a sea of bland AI content and whispered, “Is this my job now?”, you’ll enjoy this master’s take: “The amount of blog posts that are written with AI is at an all-time high… And all of it is trash.” Ross Simmonds joins us with some spicy takes on experimentation, distribution, and AI. And I promise: It’s not trash. Ross Simmonds Founder, Foundation Marketing ;

If you struggle with PDF files on your WordPress website, I’ve got news! In this EmbedPress tutorial, I’ll show you three methods to embed PDFs into WordPress using the Block Editor, Elementor, or another page builder. By the end, you’ll learn how to create document displays without writing code. The post ” ” first appeared on WP Mayor .

A friend recently asked me, “Should I use WordPress or Django for my new website?” It’s a great question, and a common one. Choosing the right content management system (CMS) can shape your entire online experience. While WordPress has always been my go-to for building websites, I’ve spent time exploring Django CMS as well. I’ve helped others decide between the two, and I’ve even tested Django on

You know that moment when you stumble on a brilliant growth tactic hidden in a Reddit thread or buried deep in a comment section? That’s the kind of stuff I live for. I’m Tom Orbach, a growth marketer and a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree who created a viral post generator that attracted 2 million users. Scrappy, under-the-radar tactics have been the backbone of Marketing Ideas , my weekly newsletter

In a given neighborhood, just about all the cars are the same. There are few that are pink, orange or purple, for example. There’s nothing inherently wrong with those frequencies of light. Nothing that modern paint technology can’t deliver, nothing that offends the rods and cones of our eyes. It’s because the color of the car we choose tells a story. A story about our cultural awareness,

Kids grow up with innate curiosity. It’s the hardwired instinct that permits us to walk, talk and survive long before we get to school. And at school, the industrial imperative prizes rigor over just about everything else. Obedience, detail orientation and system compliance are the unstated goals. Curiosity is supposed to fend for itself, apparently. Once we leave school and enter the workforce,

You may already be accustomed to voice assistants like Siri, Google Assistant, or Alexa. Using a device, utter the exact questions, and get the results on your screens in seconds. No typing, no hesitation. Similarly, you can add voice search to your WordPress site. It will provide a more accessible experience. Users can find whatever […] R

When I first started building websites, I thought about using Drupal. It’s a strong platform, but it was too complicated and hard to learn, especially for beginners. That’s why I chose WordPress instead. It’s powerful, easy to use, and now, it’s what I use for all my websites. Over the years, I’ve helped many business owners and developers switch from Drupal to WordPress. I know it can feel overw

If our day (and our work) would get better if we had more: Division Shortcuts Momentary viral jolts Breaking news and doom …we know where to get it. If not, then why are we spending our magical attention there?

A few years ago, I was head of content at a health insurance company — a role that required a team of full-time employees and freelancers to get the job done. But once ChatGPT hit the scene, I realized I could strike out on my own. Managing people is hard, messy, and expensive. I wasn’t always doing the part of the work that I enjoyed. When I saw what AI could do, even in the early stages, I thou

Shipping is a headache for many online store owners, especially those with complex requirements. This time, the Mayor undertakes an Advanced Shipping Rates for WooCommerce review. Throughout, you’ll learn just how simple this plugin can make your e-commerce shipping.

Are you struggling to turn Instagram followers into paying customers? Wondering how to optimize your content strategy to generate qualified leads organically? Instagram isn’t just for building brand awareness—it’s a powerful platform for lead generation and sales. With over two billion users and a range of content formats like Reels, Stories, and Lives, the platform […]

Status shows up whenever humans do, and it is the invisible underpinning of our culture. The front lawn was only invented around the time of Columbus. The idea was to demonstrate that you had time and money to waste. You could take useful land and make it non-productive. You could take labor and put it to work taking care of this non-productive land with no obvious utility in return. A big front

In our daily interactions online, trust is a fundamental currency. We trust servers to handle our data, process our requests, and reliably deliver content. But what happens when that trust is abused and turned against the server itself? What if an attacker could trick your server into becoming an unwitting accomplice, abusing its privileged position to launch attacks from within the perceived

A dynamic pricing strategy is a central part of your WooCommerce store. Flex Pricing lets you implement sophisticated strategies in seconds. In this tutorial, you’ll learn about some real-world applications of Flex Pricing’s dynamic pricing capabilities. The post ” ” first appeared on WP Mayor .

From a plugin built for a local baseball team to one of the most trusted tools in the WordPress ecosystem, TablePress is a story of steady growth, community focus, and user-first development. Its creator, Tobias Bäthge, didn’t start as a software engineer. He studied control engineering and stumbled into plugin development while helping his sports team with their website. What began as a side pro

If you are looking for a WordPress theme, aesthetics should be the least of your concerns. While looks are essential, there are more crucial aspects like customization and flexibility. You need an SEO-optimized, lightweight theme to stand out from the crowd. Something built for a flawless user experience and robust search visibility. Here come options […] Read More… The post appeared first o

Your project doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Your company wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for the customers, competitors, marketplaces, systems and tech that make it all work. I used to make almanacs. Long, detailed, fact-checked reference books that might save a trip to the library. When there are plenty of bookstores and no internet, the almanac is an important resource and a useful business model.

Running an agency is a grind. Client demands, tight deadlines, and the constant push to grow without burning out your team or budget. We get it. Partnering with a reliable white-label WordPress agency can ease the load, handling everything from custom builds to SEO so you can focus on winning clients and delivering results. We’ve […] Read More… The post appeared first on Learn WordPress with

Look, we‘ve all been there — you know your website could be converting better, but figuring out exactly what to fix feels like solving a Rubik’s cube blindfolded. You‘re running A/B tests, analyzing heat maps, and guessing at what’s actually going to move the needle. Well, AI just unlocked the process and can become your team’s new superpower. LLMs with browsing capabilities, like OpenAI’s Operat

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. The Unstereotype Alliance studi

Finding it hard to create enough content to stay consistent on social media? Wondering how AI can help you post with purpose—not just frequency? In this article, you’ll discover how to use AI tools and creative inspiration to develop social content that resonates with your audience, strengthens connections, and builds loyalty over time. Why Creators […] The post appeared first on Social Media Ex

Every retailer knows that the items that sell the best are at eye level or at the cash register. Some people are hungry, rushed, distracted and lazy. If you want to reach them (us), you need to make it convenient. The lesson is simple: We can market to ourselves the