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Analyzing and Optimizing Sales Funnels for WordPress Plugins
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Analyzing and Optimizing Sales Funnels for WordPress Plugins

Let’s cut to the chase: Selling WordPress plugins ain’t easy. Solo plugin makers and SMBs in the space need to use all means available to convert customers and drive revenue.

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How to Convert Your WordPress Plugin to SaaS
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

How to Convert Your WordPress Plugin to SaaS

Converting your plugin to Software as a Service could prove to be fanSaaStic for your product-making journey 😁 Seriously, though — SaaS offers developers an opportunity to service bigger markets…

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Signs Your WordPress Plugin Has the Potential to Become SaaS
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Signs Your WordPress Plugin Has the Potential to Become SaaS

At some point, most WordPress plugin developers will ponder the possibility of transitioning to SaaS 🧳 For good reason: There are plenty of perks to consider, ranging from scalability and…

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WordPress Plugins vs. SaaS: What’s the Difference & Which to Choose?
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

WordPress Plugins vs. SaaS: What’s the Difference & Which to Choose?

Both WordPress plugins and SaaS products offer perks as software models 💃🕺 But which one is better for your objectives? Freemius founder and CEO, Vova Feldman, and I have the…

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From MVP to Success Story 📈 How User Feedback Shaped Ivory Search & Led to 100K+ Active Installs
Scott Murcott by Scott Murcott

From MVP to Success Story 📈 How User Feedback Shaped Ivory Search & Led to 100K+ Active Installs

Success Stories are back with a 💥 In July, I had the pleasure of interviewing Vinod Dalvi, the creator of one of WordPress’s leading search plugins, Ivory Search. Previously known…

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Should You Sell WordPress Plugin Bundles?
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Should You Sell WordPress Plugin Bundles?

Bundle up, WordPressers! If you’ve got two or more WordPress plugins in your inventory, you may be sitting on a uniquely packaged solution known as a WordPress plugin bundle. Solution-rich…

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13 Essential Coding Skills, Practices, and Capabilities for Plugin Developers in 2023
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

13 Essential Coding Skills, Practices, and Capabilities for Plugin Developers in 2023

How do you stay on top of your game or get a foothold in WordPress plugin development in 2023? Good news: you don’t need a bunch of flashy tricks up…

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How To Get Hired as a Remote WordPress Developer in 2023
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

How To Get Hired as a Remote WordPress Developer in 2023

You’re here, so you’re probably interested in a role as a remote WordPress developer 😉 With prospects ranging from handsome pay to siteless work, it’s no mystery these jobs are…

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Is the WooCommerce Marketplace a Good Platform to Sell Your WooCommerce Extensions?
Scott Murcott by Scott Murcott

Is the WooCommerce Marketplace a Good Platform to Sell Your WooCommerce Extensions?

It’s a WordPress tale as old as time (well, at least since monetization became popular). You’ve hit on a great idea for a plugin that fills an underserved niche. You…

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All-in or Nothing! How Trial & Error + a Drive to Be the Best Led to Success for Unlimited Elements
Scott Murcott by Scott Murcott

All-in or Nothing! How Trial & Error + a Drive to Be the Best Led to Success for Unlimited Elements

In November, I had the pleasure of chatting with Amit Keren and Maxim Vendrov, Founders of one of Elementor’s leading plugins, Unlimited Elements. From a realization that they weren’t working…

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The WP Job Openings Success Story: Don’t Build From Assumptions, Build for Demand
Scott Murcott by Scott Murcott

The WP Job Openings Success Story: Don’t Build From Assumptions, Build for Demand

Hi Aravind, thanks for joining us today! Please tell us about yourself, your interests/talents, and where you’re from Thanks for the opportunity! My name is Aravind Ajith, and I am…

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The Top 13 Online WordPress Plugin Development Courses & Tutorials
Yash Rana by Yash Rana

The Top 13 Online WordPress Plugin Development Courses & Tutorials

WordPress is an ever-evolving beast, and whether you’re new to the platform or an experienced product maker, there’s always a new advancement to wrap your head around.

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How to Get Way More Freemium Upgrades for Your WordPress Plugin or Theme
Alex Denning by Alex Denning

How to Get Way More Freemium Upgrades for Your WordPress Plugin or Theme

The freemium business model is popular among WordPress and SaaS solutions because it increases the likelihood of users upgrading to paid licenses. It typically includes a free product and the…

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How to Start a WordPress Gutenberg Block Plugin Business
Yash Rana by Yash Rana

How to Start a WordPress Gutenberg Block Plugin Business

It’s been more than two years since Gutenberg made its public debut. While it had a rocky start, the team has made significant improvements and the slow uptake has accelerated…

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How to Submit Plugins to the WordPress.org Repository
Yash Rana by Yash Rana

How to Submit Plugins to the WordPress.org Repository

Hosting a plugin on the WordPress.org repository is one of the most popular (and effective) ways of kickstarting a successful freemium business. If it’s your first time submitting a plugin…

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