Episode 43: From Dial-Up to Design - Nicola Tweed's Kadence Journey
Join Katy Boykin and Ben Ritner in this special episode as they welcome the newest member of the Kadence Marketing Team, Nicola Tweed! Get to know Nicola's fascinating journey into web design, from her early days with dial-up internet in South Africa to becoming a successful freelance web designer and a long-time Kadence user.
Nicola shares invaluable insights on building a freelance business, tackling challenges like pricing, imposter syndrome, and most importantly, managing scope creep with clients. Discover her simple yet effective strategies for client communication and content gathering, and learn why she believes in a holistic approach to website development.
This episode is packed with practical advice for aspiring and current freelancers, offering a unique perspective from someone who has navigated the ever-evolving landscape of web design. Find out why Nicola is so excited to bring her passion for creating helpful tutorials to the Kadence community, and get a sneak peek at the exciting content she'll be producing!
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Episode 42: Simplifying WordPress for Everyone - The Vision Behind StellarSites
Getting started with WordPress shouldn’t feel like a maze of decisions. In this episode, Hannah, Katy, and Ben talk about how StellarSites aims to bring the simplicity of SaaS platforms to the power of WordPress, removing the typical barriers like hosting setup, plugin overload, and performance headaches.
We explore what makes StellarSites different, how it’s built with beginners and freelancers in mind, and why a fully integrated experience (with tools like Kadence, Solid Security, and even AI-assisted setup) can finally make WordPress feel easy.
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Episode 41: How Restored316 Uses Kadence to Build a Thriving Design Business
In Episode 41 of The Kadence Beat we sit down with Lauren from Restored316 to talk about her journey into web design and entrepreneurship. She shares how she turned her passion for design into a thriving business, her approach to crafting beautiful and functional themes, and tips for those looking to do the same. Whether you're a designer, an entrepreneur, or just love a good success story, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration!
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Episode 40: Best Practices for Your Business + 2025 Roadmap
In this episode, Ben, Katy, and Hannah dive into the latest business and marketing trends to help you stay ahead in 2025. They share insights on outdated business practices to leave behind, underrated marketing strategies, and the growing role of AI in productivity and content creation.
Plus, get an exclusive look at the Kadence 2025 roadmap, including updates on global styles, full site editing, Shop Kit, and WooCommerce. Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, or business owner, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you grow your business and continue to create powerful and effective websites.
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Episode 39: 2024 Wrapped
In this episode, the Kadence team reflects on 2024's highlights, including major product launches, personal milestones, and exciting updates. Plus, a look ahead at what’s coming in 2025!
The Kadence Beat covers WordPress, blocks, and strategies for effective websites. Hosted by Ben Ritner, Hannah Hanson, and Katy Boykin, The Kadence Beat launches at the perfect time. As the WordPress block editor becomes more mainstream and site owners look to do more with WordPress, the beta of full-site editing lands in WordPress administrative dashboards around the world. Making sense of these developments and finding what works towards the goal of effective websites is a big part of The Kadence Beat.
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