How To Teach WordPress Like a Pro

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.

Takeaways:

• Allie’s background in theater enhances her public speaking skills.
• Clients often feel intimidated by WordPress; empathy is key.
• Identifying common client questions can improve teaching methods.
• Creating courses requires understanding the audience’s perspective.
• Clients often struggle with maintaining design consistency on their sites.
• Page builders can be overwhelming due to the multitude of options available.
• It’s crucial to educate clients on the differences between WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress.org.
• Training should start early in the client relationship, even during the proposal phase.
• Understanding a client’s learning style can enhance the training process.
• Providing ongoing support and reassurance helps build client confidence.
• Documentation and video resources can be beneficial for client training.
• Building a strong relationship with clients can lead to referrals and repeat business.
• Clients need to feel comfortable asking questions without fear of judgment.
• Investing time in client education can lead to better website management and satisfaction.

Important Links:

• Connect with Allie: Website | LinkedIn
• Web Pro Geeks
• WP Client Training (Allie’s upcoming course)
• WordPress Essentials Course on LinkedIn Learning
• The WP Minute+ Podcast: thewpminute.com/subscribe