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First Look: The Future Of WordPress Widgets

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May 13, 2021

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With all the talk about Phase 2 of the Gutenberg Project (aka Full Site Editing) there hasn’t been enough talk about widgets. For what seems like an eternity, the widget screen has not change one iota. It has a reliable drag and drop UI where a widget (basically micro content) can be placed into set areas on a web page. No doubt, you’re familiar with this. But all of that is about to change. The widget screen is about to become “Gutenized.” Out with the old widgets and in with Gutenblocks. It will look something like this: As of this […]

Torque’s Social Hour: Francesca Marano and Taco Verdo from Yoast

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May 12, 2021

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The Torque Social Hour is a weekly livestream about WordPress news, events, and life in quarantine. In this week’s episode Doc with Francesca Marano and Taco Verdo from Yoast. We talked about the Yoast Diversity Fund, Yoast’s contributions to WordPress Core, the new Openverse project, and more. Join us next Wednesday from 3-4pm PST for the next episode of the Torque Social Hour with Matt and Devin from GiveWP.

Is Managed WordPress Hosting Worth It? 10 Factors to Consider

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Development

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May 12, 2021

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Is managed WordPress hosting worth it? That’s likely a question on your mind when comparing prices of different hosting options for your site. First, what is managed WordPress hosting? In short, it means you’re handing your web server over to the company. They’ll take care of the setup, maintenance, and any errors that arise. Many managed hosts take a more hands-on approach as well, giving you direct support and optimizations on your website when needed. Meanwhile, unmanaged hosting is more like renting out a space. You’re more free to do as you like, but the setup and maintenance of all […]

3 Reasons to Build Dedicated Landing Pages for Your Website

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Design

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May 11, 2021

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If you’re promoting a website, you probably know that driving traffic is only half the battle. Obtaining conversions once users arrive is equally as important. However, directing visitors to a general home page might not produce the results you’re looking for. Fortunately, there’s a simple tool that can revolutionize your process: a dedicated landing page. By creating interfaces that are directly focused on your goals, you can efficiently generate valuable leads. In this article, we’ll introduce you to the power of landing pages. Then we’ll cover three convincing reasons to build dedicated landing pages for your website. Let’s dive in! […]

Do You Need to Offer Health Insurance for Your Blogging Staff? It Depends

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May 7, 2021

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Did you know over 26 million Americans didn’t have health insurance in 2019? It’s not a secret that medical costs in the United States are expensive — and in various cases, people leave the hospital with substantial debt. That’s precisely why companies offer benefits to their workers. However, health insurance can be tricky to navigate as a business, especially when your employees are contractors. Should you give your blogging staff medical coverage? Here are some things to consider. Coverage Requirements for Small Businesses First, you’ll want to know whether you’re required to offer health care. If you employ more than […]

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