Episode 16
Why Should You Build Your EDU Brand Using WordPress?
In this episode of the Jeff Bradbury Show, we ask the question, "Why Should You Use WordPress To Build Your EDU Brand?"
Did you know that almost 40% of the world is using WordPress? It's the single most popular website platform on the planet and where on one hand, it's free and simple to use, it's also able to be customized into a zillion different varieties to fit the needs of any platform.
Are you looking to create a new website or interested in having your website overhauled? I'd love to work with you!
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Reflections From Our Previous Episode
- Episode 5: What does your Social Media Profile Say About You?
- Episode 6: How To Build Your EDU Brand Through LinkedIn
- Episode 7: Email Marketing -Vs- Weekly Newsletters: What’s The Difference?
- Episode 8: 5 Ways To Build Your EDU Brand Through Email Marketing
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Are you an educational content creator looking to learn more about how to build your platform and grow your audience? Join our new Facebook Community to learn and share with other like-minded educators all searching for the best ways to Build THEIR EDU Brands.Why Should You Choose WordPress For Your Website?
- The most popular web platform on the planet
- It's free and easy to use
- It can be customizable based on your needs
- Thousands of Themes and Plugins
- SEO Friendly
Two Types of WordPress
WordPress.com
- Created by a company called Automatic
- Offers a FREE plan to create a new website
- Can be expanded for a small monthly fee
- Business plans are only $25 / month
- Hosted on WordPress servers
- 24/7 customer support
WordPress.org
- Any type of WordPress that is self-hosted using a service such as GoDaddy or BlueHost
- Unlimited potential for growth and customization
WordPress: Good, Better, Best
Good
- WordPress.com (Free Account)
- Limited but has many features
Better
- WordPress.com (Paid Business Account)
- 24/7 Customer Support
- Customize with unlimited Themes / Plugins
- Hosted on WordPress Servers
Best
- Podcast Websites
- Amazing Customer Support
- Awesome Looking Websites
- Constantly Updating to meet current trends in web development
- Mark/Kieran/Lester/Hana/James = AWESOME!
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