{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The WP Minute+","title":"How To Teach WordPress Like a Pro","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2439,"description":"Teaching is the focus of this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast. Allie Nimmons joined Eric to share her tips for helping others learn WordPress. Allie’s journey has been unique, moving from studying theater to becoming a web designer. She leaned on those experiences to teach others via a series of LinkedIn Learning courses and one-on-one coaching. Tune in to get an inside look at Allie’s teaching methods and her advice for technically-minded professionals working with clients.\n\nTakeaways:\nAllie's background in theater enhances her public speaking skills.\nClients often feel intimidated by WordPress; empathy is key.\nIdentifying common client questions can improve teaching methods.\nCreating courses requires understanding the audience's perspective.\nClients often struggle with maintaining design consistency on their sites.\nPage builders can be overwhelming due to the multitude of options available.\nIt's crucial to educate clients on the differences between WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress.org.\nTraining should start early in the client relationship, even during the proposal phase.\nUnderstanding a client's learning style can enhance the training process.\nProviding ongoing support and reassurance helps build client confidence.\nDocumentation and video resources can be beneficial for client training.\nBuilding a strong relationship with clients can lead to referrals and repeat business.\nClients need to feel comfortable asking questions without fear of judgment.\nInvesting time in client education can lead to better website management and satisfaction.\n\nImportant Links:\nConnect with Allie: Website | LinkedIn\nWeb Pro Geeks\nWordPress Essentials Course on LinkedIn Learning\nThe WP Minute+ Podcast: thewpminute.com/subscribe","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Sc_eJunw7xigqxjwbAQZm4WVha2xRuUoFYgmWEEXnaU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hODUy/NDIxOTQzZmFmNDk3/ZDk4ZGUzZTQ3NzA3/NTk5MC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}