We all hope and pray the day never comes...but being prepared for the worst will let you sleep soundly at night. Nathan Ingram of Monster Contracts will join the panel this week to discuss what to include in your contracts and how to protect yourself. Alternate title for this week: CYA Y'ALL! (Vote in comments!) Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Tim’s Divi Plugins / Tim’s Divi Modules Sarah Oates – Endure Web Studios / FB / @endureweb Nathan Ingram - https://nathaning...
Feb 18, 2022•59 min
There are many reasons you might want to re-design a Divi site: maybe the client's branding has changed, maybe the existing style isn't speaking effectively to their customers, maybe it just looks dated. If the site content will largely stay the same and the site just needs a visual update, should you rebuild the site from scratch, or just modify what is already there? Join the panel this week as they chat about their best practices and the lessons they have learned (sometimes the hard way!). Ho...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Did you ever think you'd be running a Global Conglomerate?? In addition to sounding pretty dang impressive, this model brings several logistical challenges. Join the Divi Chat panel today as they chat about their systems and tips for managing an international team spanning timezones, languages, and cultures. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Carousel Module / Divi Popup / Divi Hacks Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative / https://diviagencycoa...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 5 min
It's happened before and it will happen again...conflicts or bugs in plugin or theme updates can cause your site to "break." Yes, even with Divi! (In fact this just happened to us today!) oof. How can you troubleshoot and fix a busted site to get it back up as quickly as possible? Join the panel on Divi Chat today as we share our top tips for a speedy recovery. (HINT: some of these are proactive, so don't delay!). You can view the Divi Changelog here. Hosts Present: Tim Strifler – Tim's Divi Plu...
Jan 19, 2022•57 min
How do you feel about your website? When a potential client asks to see your site, do you get a tightness in your chest? We all know "the cobbler's kids run barefoot" so is it actually possible for a web designer to have a website they love? On this week's episode of Divi Chat, we are going to tackle the common obstacle of our own agency websites. How can you tame this beast and end up with something that you are proud of....without losing your sanity in the process? Hosts Present: Stephanie Hud...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 3 min
As we approach the end of another calendar year and almost 2 full years in the grip of a global pandemic, it's natural to get a bit reflective. There have certainly been many struggles and hardships, but we have also seen a lot of growth and successes in the Divi community. What will 2022 bring?? Hindsight is 20/20, so let's use that to our advantage! Looking back on both victories and "humbling moments" can help us to prepare for the year ahead and guide our trajectory. 💬 Join us in the live c...
Dec 28, 2021•1 hr 3 min
State of the Word is the annual keynote address delivered by Matt Mullenweg, co-founder of WordPress. Instead of a typical Divi Chat episode, the panel will be hosting a watch party to virtually attend State of the Word together with all of you! From the wordpress.org blog: "Join Matt as he provides a retrospective of 2021, discusses the latest trends he’s seeing, celebrates the community’s amazing wins, and explores the future. Expect to hear about a range of topics, from WordPress 5.9 and Open...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 20 min
We all know content is King. How do you find the right resources to generate this royal element? What are the primary things you should look for in a Copywriter? Are there other options? Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Tim's Divi Plugins | Tim's Divi Modules Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative / https://diviagencycoach.com/ Sarah Oates – Endure Web Studios / FB / @endureweb Andrew Palmer - https://wppluginsplus.com/ / https://bertha.ai/ Resourc...
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Landing a high-ticket project fills the coffers once, but putting your energies into building regular recurring revenue keeps cash flowing on an ongoing basis. Come hang with the DC panel as they discuss types of recurring revenue and ways to grow it. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Tim's Divi Plugins | Tim's Divi Child Themes Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative Sarah Oates – Endure Web Studios / FB / @endureweb Mike Devitt – Web Design Pro / F...
Nov 26, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Creating copy...finding copywriters...getting copy from clients...editing terrible copy...designing without copy...designing with copy? No matter which path you choose, copy is a thorn in the side of every web developer! Today's panel will share their tactics for dealing with copy woes. They will be joined by Vito Peleg who has put a lot of time, energy, and resources into solving this complex problem. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB / Focus On Your Biz Tim Strifler – Tim's Divi P...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 4 min
We are so excited to welcome the Godfather of Divi, Geno Quiroz, to Divi Chat! Geno and the panel will chat about the journey of running a Divi business. What happens when things don't turn out as you planned? Have you ever felt 100% sure of your role...and then somehow started to totally doubt that? Entrepreneurship can be a roller coaster of emotions. Let's all put our hands in the air and enjoy the ride, even if it sometimes makes us want to scream. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP /...
Oct 27, 2021•1 hr 16 min
Having a clear plan and structure can make your clients feel totally confident in your abilities. It will set you up as an absolute pro - and earn you the price tag that goes along with that. Join the panel and our guest Beth Livingston who is a Project Management guru and educator. You are guaranteed to get some gems out of this episode! Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative Beth Livingston - https://wproadmaps.com/joinus/ Resou...
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Do you have a constant fear that any second your clients will realize that it's "just you" and you couldn't possibly know how to do all these things? You probably know a lot more than you realize. Join us on Divi Chat today to learn some techniques to beat this insecurity, and get a pep talk along the way. YOU GOT THIS!! Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Tim's Divi Plugins | Tim's Divi Layouts Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative Mike Devitt – Web...
Oct 14, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Pricing is one of the most hotly contested topics in Web Development. How do you determine what you charge? Join the panel today as they discuss how to make sure you are *actually* making money on your website projects. Don't miss this one! Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Life / Tim's Divi Mega Menu Plugin / Divi Hacks Plugin Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative Mike Devitt – Web Design Pro / FB / @webdesignpro.co Sarah Oates – Endure Web S...
Oct 07, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Are you using the Divi Theme Builder to improve your website designs and speed up development? Join the Divi Chat panel today as we discuss our tips for making the most of this powerful tool. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Life / Tim's Plugins for Divi / Tim's Divi Layouts Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative Resources Mentioned: Divi Headers Pack from Divi Life and Tim Strifler Ep 159 How to Get the Most Out of the Divi Theme Builder: htt...
Sep 29, 2021•54 min
We all know how important it is to make our websites responsive for mobile devices, but how do you plan for large screens? What are the industry standards and best practices? Join the Divi Chat panel as we discuss the bigger side of responsive design and share our tips for success. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Mike Devitt – Web Design Pro / FB / @webdesignpro.co Sarah Oates – Endure Web Studios / FB / @endureweb Eric Dingler – In Transit Studios / Coastal City Creative Resource...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Viewer Requested Topic! "Development Servers...Staging sites...What's the best way to design something before it goes live if there's already an existing site. How do you switch over to the new site once it's built. Where do you keep the old site, just in case?" There will be a full panel tonight to chat about this important, though rarely discussed, element of creating websites. Don't miss it! And feel free to submit your own burning questions to have the panel answer them on your very own epis...
Sep 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Hey remember when we all got to hang out with Nick Roach and Kenny Sing and they told us about a bunch of cool stuff coming with Divi? Well....IT. JUST. HAPPENED. 4.10 is a biggie! As of this post, we are up to 4.10.4. What does this mean for your Divi sites? Is it safe to update? Will it reeeally speed things up as promised? Tune in today to get the skinny on all things 4.10! You can view all the details of the update in Divi's Changelog here. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Mike...
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr 7 min
If DNS is the scary monster you'd rather stayed hidden under your bed, this is the episode for you. We are going to turn on the lights and show you that the big, hairy, ugly monster isn't really so scary after all. He's just misunderstood! In the end, you might even start to think he's kinda cuddly and cute. We've been poking the DNS monster with a stick for a few weeks now, as we discussed "Configuring Email for Deliverability" and "Migrating WordPress Websites" on recent episodes, so now it's ...
Aug 21, 2021•1 hr 3 min
There are multiple reasons a website may need moved from one server to another. A simple mistake can cause the whole process to fail...and take down a website Never fear - Divi Chat is here! Understanding the process and following a consistent set of checks can take the anxiety out of this vital operation. Today on Divi Chat we will tackle the following elements of any WordPress migration: What elements need to be moved What tools or methods can be used What potential issues to watch out for Hos...
Aug 14, 2021•1 hr 3 min
DMARC, SPF, DNS, MX, IMAP, SMTP 😱🤯😭 Does the email alphabet give you cold sweats with each new website project? To many of us, email deliverability feels like a "necessary evil" and as such can be treated as an afterthought, with fingers crossed hoping everything works. 😰 Imagine understanding the elements and building a rock solid process to remove the stress of configuring this critical element of every new website. 🙌 Amr Selim, aka "The Internet Guy," is joining the panel this week to de...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Revisions are a part of the creative process, but if left uncontrolled they can add hours and hours of unpaid labor to any project. And what about approvals? Are you just getting a verbal approval over the phone? What if more changes come later? How can you document a client's acceptance to protect yourself and your work? Tune in to Divi Chat this week as the panel discusses all things revisions and approval. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson – FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Plugins / Divi Hacks...
Aug 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Content marketing is a crucial part of digital marketing. You can boost brand awareness, generate leads, and develop customer loyalty. In turn, this continues to grow your revenue. But where do you get ideas for all that content? What is the best way to plan your content strategy? Where should you publish your content? Learn content hacks from the man who has more than 20 years of experience as a talented content creator. Author and prolific Divi blogger Randy Brown will be on Divi Chat this wee...
Jul 26, 2021•59 min
Do you ever get mid-project and feel like you are doing more cat herding than website building? Setting (and enforcing!) boundaries can mean the difference between loving what you do...and considering throwing in the towel and seeing if the local pizza joint is looking for a new delivery driver. Our pal Emma Kate Patterson is going to join the panel for this episode to share her methods for effective cat wrangling --er, boundary setting. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson - FocusWP / FB Sarah Oates...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Chasing Likes and Follows can often be an exercise in vanity, and ultimately, futility. Have you ever wanted to build an online network you could actually leverage to grow your business? We'll be chatting with Kyle Van Deusen, founder of the popular Facebook Group, The Admin Bar, which has grown into a network of thousands of loyal followers who are willing to contribute and even (gasp!) open their wallets. In honor of our Texan friend, this episode will be BYOT (Bring Your Own Tacos) so fire up...
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr
We are excited to have Divi rockstar Melissa Love join the panel this week to share her secrets for building sales funnels with Divi. Not only will high conversion funnels fill your queue with qualified leads and break the feast & famine cycle...but you can also create funnels for your clients, dramatically increasing the value you bring to them (as well as the price tag for your services!). Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson - FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Plugins / Divi Hacks / Divi Popup ...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 1 min
We all know Elegant Themes never stops improving Divi. Some of the most time-saving updates have been the many global features. This week on Divi Chat, we are going to round up and break down the various elements that can be used to update styles across your website. How many can you name?? Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson - FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Life / Divi Popup Plugin / Divi Mega Menu Sarah Oates – Endure Web Studios / FB / @endureweb Resources Mentioned: https://www.elegantthemes.c...
Jun 24, 2021•59 min
Images are no doubt a very big part of websites. Whether the image is for content purposes to illustrate the meaning of the page, or for decorative/design purposes to make it look better— images are essential. But images can also slow down your website more than anything else. However that doesn't mean you remove all the images from your website. With proper optimization, you can have lots of great images AND have a fast loading Divi website too! In this episode of Divi Chat, we discuss image op...
Jun 10, 2021•55 min
Where do you turn when you are STUCK? Whether it's a tricky bit of code or a creative slump, we all need resources we can count on in our time of need. Tune in to Divi Chat to hear about our fave online sources of inspo and help. Hosts Present: Stephanie Hudson - FocusWP / FB Tim Strifler – Divi Life / Divi Popup / Divi Mega Menu Mike Devitt – Web Design Pro / FB / @webdesignpro.co Resources Mentioned: Stack Overflow: https://stackoverflow.com/ Divi Theme Users: https://www.facebook.com/groups/D...
Jun 02, 2021•1 hr 1 min
As Design Director at Elegant Themes, we have Kenny Sing to thank for all the gorgeous layout packs shared with us in the Divi Library. Kenny is cranking out eye candy at work AND at home in his pottery studio. Listen in to hear how to up your design game PLUS get some more Divi news that we didn't get from Nick a few weeks ago. It's another can't miss ep!! Hosts Present: Kenny Sing - https://kennysing.com/ / https://turn.studio/ Stephanie Hudson - FocusWP / FB Sarah Oates – Endure Web Studios /...
May 26, 2021•1 hr 37 min
