What does it take to build a successful WordPress business while staying true to open source values? Jake Goldman shares lessons from growing 10up into a leading WordPress agency and how those principles apply to hosting companies today.

The discussion covers Goldman's transition from 10up to Fueled, exploring how WordPress fits into broader digital experience strategies. They examine why managed hosting specialization matters for enterprise clients and how hosting companies can build trust through focused expertise rather than generic solutions.

This episode provides actionable insights for hosting professionals and agency owners. Goldman's experience building and scaling WordPress-focused businesses offers a proven framework for success, while his thoughts on AI and collaboration point toward exciting opportunities ahead.

• 10up
• Fueled
• WordPress VIP
• WooCommerce
• Red Hat
• Lullabot
• Good Housekeeping
• Hearst
• Jetpack
• Bluehost

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