E76 – Fingolfin on building a startup social network that actually makes people productive (Courtland Allen, Indie Hackers)

Coming from the land of north-westren Middle Earth called Beleriand, the strong and valiant Second King of the Nolder is here to chat with us.   In this episode we talk about Indie Hackers and the benefits of creating a community for coders, life as a twin, and what it’s like being acquired.   Hackers,…

E75 – Vibe on successful Product Hunt & AppSumo launches (Araks Nalbandyan, 10Web)

Genius and molecular manipulator, Vibe, takes a break from engineering and averting crisis to stop in and chat with us.   We talk about 10Web and the advantages of using it, a few important aspects in marketing, and the use of Product Hunt and AppSumo towards successful launch.   Tune in and vibe with us….

E74 – Elphaba on proudly staying small regardless of popular growth norms (Tara Claeys, DesignTLC)

The Wicked Witch of the West flies in on her broom to tell us how she defies gravity!  In this episode we talk about Tara’s adventures in podcasting, conference hopping, and Design TLC’s magic while staying a smaller operation. Listen in to understand why some choose to go against the growth normative. Episode resources: Design…

E73 – Chewbacca’s unique approach to growth (Corey Haines, Baremetrics)

The legendary Wookie warrior flies in to speak on having the passion and commitment to the reach of your brand or campaign.   On today’s episode we explore Baremetrics, the functionality of a position in marketing and growth, and we also get info on the Hey Marketers job board.   Listen in to lean into…

E72 – Travis Pastrana on leading the charge on headless WordPress (Scott Bolinger, AppPresser)

Woah! Travis Pastrana crashes in on his motorbike and does a triple backflip into our foam pit! He’s here today to talk on mobile apps for WordPress and more. In this episode we talk about AppPress, the advantages and technical skills needed to work with headless WordPress, and the next generation of web hosting.  …

E71 – Doctor Who on educating and diversifying the WordPress community (Angela Bowman, Women In WP)

Suddenly the TARDIS appears! Doctor Who comes back from the future to inform us the value of diversifying and how teaching helps you to learn better. In this episode we discuss meetup groups, continuous education in a continuously growing WP community, and how the community has and should work towards women’s representation.Listen in to work…

E70 – Chewie on his massive virtual summit for WordPress professionals (Jan Koch, WP Mastery)

Wookie warrior and rebel hero, flies in to speak to us on piloting during massive events and going with one’s gut when selecting missions.In this episode we discuss figuring out the conditions around refusing certain projects, the WP Agency Summit 2019, and the advantage of the investment of taking a virtual summit course to gain…

E69 – Harry Potter on hiring the top 1% of freelancers  (Nathan Hirsch Freeeup.com)

Are you a talented freelancer needing an efficient platform to find gigs? Or maybe you are a business looking for practical platform to find the right freelancers for your projects?   On today’s episode we have “The boy who lived” here to dissect freeeup and how it helps maintain a streamline between freelancers and businesses….

E68 – Wolverine on making it as an influencer (Shane Barker, shanebarker.com)

The mutant hero, Wolverine, slashes in and gives advice on using one’s keen senses to take a stand and be a successful influencer in the WP space!On today’s episode we discuss what makes someone an influencer, understanding the value of the social channels you produce content to, and how to make social more meaningful to…

E67 – Boba Fett on masterfully acquiring massive businesses (David Vogelpohl, WP Engine)

After working for Jabba and Vader, one of the deadliest bounty hunters alive comes to give us intel on acquisitions while working in big business.   In today’s episode we explore strategic partners, adding new components to keep existing clients while continuing to gain new clients to defeat churn, as well as information on acquiring…

E66 – Hermione on the powerful women of WordPress (Amy Masson, Women in WP)

Lumos! Hermione comes through the Floo Network and enlightens us on the path of the empowering female-led project Women in WP.  We speak on the history of Sumy Designs, the conception on Women in WP podcast that follows, plus WordCamp experiences and hype!  Don’t miss out and get hit with a Stupefy!

E65 – Ginny Weasley on actively creating more inclusive WordPress world (Allie Nimmons, GiveWP)

Being the youngest from big rambunctious wizarding family certainly doesn’t make you the weakest! Ginny flies in to spread the word on standing strong and prioritizing diversity. On today’s episode we explore transitioning from your own business to working for another company, the differences between customer service and tech support, and being a POC or…