Manana No Mas!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Mike Stott, a WordPress veteran whose journey from writing an e-book about being terrible at Call of Duty to becoming a key player at Automatic will captivate entrepreneurs and developers alike.

In this episode, we explore:

• Mike's fascinating transition from finance to WordPress, starting with £20 WordPress installations
• The story behind Jetpack CRM's acquisition by Automatic
• Insights into balancing physical wellness with digital entrepreneurship
• Raw, honest perspectives on working within the WordPress ecosystem
• Global adventures from WordCamps to family travels
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Whether you're a WordPress enthusiast, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply love a good success story, this episode offers valuable insights into building a successful career in the digital space while maintaining work-life balance.

More at https://manananomas.com

Hey there, Manana No Mas! fans!

We recently had a blast chatting with Derek Ashauer, a WordPress wizard with over two decades of web-building magic under his belt. In our latest podcast episode, Derek spilled the beans on his game-changing plugin, Conversion Bridge, and shared some golden nuggets about thriving in the WordPress ecosystem.

Buckle up for the highlights! Derek’s brainchild, Conversion Bridge, is like a Swiss Army knife for analytics and ad tracking. Supporting 16 analytics platforms, 8 ad platforms, and a whopping 58 plugins (with more on the way!), It’s a one-stop shop for agencies juggling diverse client needs.

Whether it’s Google Analytics, Fathom, or Reddit ads, this plugin simplifies conversion tracking for e-commerce, forms, and memberships, saving you from the headache of piecing together multiple tools.

Derek’s mission? To make your life easier by replacing a tangle of pricey plugins with one sleek solution.

The convo got real when Derek dished on the struggles of GA4’s confusing dashboards and the rise of privacy-focused analytics platforms. He explained how Conversion Bridge empowers agencies to track what *really* matters—form submissions, purchases, and button clicks—without drowning in data.

Plus, it’s a game-changer for agencies looking to prove their worth with hard numbers, like “Hey, our redesign boosted conversions by 27%!” Talk about a portfolio glow-up! We also dove into the WordPress community, where Derek’s a relative newbie but already reaping the rewards of connection. From meeting industry bigwigs to swapping ideas with fellow developers, he’s found a supportive network that’s helped him grow his products and dodge the “one-man show” blues.

So, whether you’re an agency owner wrestling with analytics or just curious about leveling up your WordPress game, Derek’s insights are pure gold.

Want to connect? Find him on X @DerekAshauer

Check out his products at WPSunshine.com, including ConversionBridgeWP.com and SunshinePhotoCart.com.

Get ready for an electrifying episode of Manana No Mas! Podcast as Kurt von Ahnen sits down with the incredibly insightful Toby Cryns! You might know them as co-hosts of "Whose WordPress Agency is This Anyway?" on The WP Minute, but in this exclusive interview, Kurt and Toby dive deep into the unexpected twists and turns of entrepreneurship, the surprising realities of building a business, and the often-unspoken truths of professional life.

Toby Cryns, the brilliant mind behind a WordPress development and SEO agency in Minneapolis, reveals his unconventional journey from the cutthroat world of politics to becoming a seasoned entrepreneur. Discover how a simple email response unexpectedly launched him into the podcasting sphere and hear his candid thoughts on leadership, employee motivation, and the ever-evolving landscape of business.

Connect with Toby Cryns at themightymo.com or on LinkedInFor more information, head to https://manananomas.com

Mark Szymanski is the Founder and Lead Digital Strategist at FindIT Tech, a web design, digital marketing, and automation agency based in Pittsburgh, PA. He helps brands build smarter systems and better online experiences. Outside client work, Mark shares insights as a content creator and educator, breaking down tech, business, and strategy via his YouTube channel and other social media platforms.

Contact Mark at: https://mjs.bio

For more information, head to https://manananomas.com

In this inspiring episode of the Manana No Mas! Podcast, host Kurt interviews Deb Krier, a resilient cancer survivor, entrepreneur, and founder of "Trying Not to Die." Deb shares her remarkable journey through three distinct cancer diagnoses over a decade, including stage four triple-positive metastatic breast cancer, with a blend of humor, grit, and unwavering determination. http://tryingnottodie.live/

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Get ready to be inspired by the radiant Diana Fritz on this uplifting episode of the Manana No Mas! Podcast. Diana, a proud cancer thriver, mom of two boys, and servant leader, joins host Kurt to share her incredible journey of overcoming a rare form of cancer with resilience, positivity, and purpose.

Referred by a mutual friend, Noemi Beres, Diana’s story is a perfect fit for the show, brimming with lessons that uplift and empower. Diana’s book, "Uniquely Imperfect, Uniquely Qualified", captures the powerful lessons from her decade-long cancer journey, including multiple surgeries and radiation, all while balancing life as a single mom and executive.

With a contagious optimism, she emphasizes the freedom to choose a positive mindset and the importance of leading oneself through adversity. Her story transcends cancer, offering universal insights about moving past personal challenges—be it anger, grief, or any “cancer” holding us back.

From her leadership philosophy—where titles take a backseat to earning trust and adding value—to her heartfelt mission to support fellow patients, Diana’s approach is all about finding opportunities within obstacles. (Sound familiar?) Her company, Grit (UIUQ), reflects her belief that our imperfections uniquely qualify us to help others.

Whether she’s speaking to large audiences, leading workshops on resilience & communication, or planning a children’s book to inspire young minds, Diana’s energy is infectious. Tune in to hear Diana’s triumphant story, her practical wisdom, and her call to embrace every challenge as a chance to grow and serve.

Learn more about Diana at : https://grituiuq.com/

Zach Hendershot is the founder and CEO of Miruni, a tool built to streamline how WordPress professionals manage website change requests by using AI to automate the resolution of those requests instantly. He has over 20 years of hands-on experience in building digital products and a background leading both enterprise teams and digital agencies. Today, he's focused on using AI to reduce the manual work agencies face every day. Based in Denver, he’s also a longtime cyclist, husband, dad. In between those things he is always looking for his next adventure.

Learn more at: https://manananomas.com

Also visit https://miruni.io

It was great to hook up with Alex for a quick casual chat and learn more about his work style and path, both with Siren Affiliates and his efforts at alexstandiford.com

His Partnership Podcast is at https://www.sirenaffiliates.com/podcasts/partnership/

A quick online conversation about the 10-year anniversary of HeroPress led to a live interview and I am so thankful for my time with Topher. Part of what I love about Podcasting in a free-form way is not knowing where it will go. I had no idea that we would be able to have a conversation about Faith, Religion, WordPress and Diversity in one short chat. HeroPress is a cool project that cold use your attention if you aren't already plugged in. Join us and learn more.

https://topher1kenobe.com

https://heropress.com

James Lau didn’t start his career in web development. Fresh out of college with a degree in graphic design, he honed his eye for aesthetic and brand consistency. However, things shifted as he began dabbling with code and discovered he could bridge the gap between design and development.

During his time working with developers in various agencies, James realized something: he could not only design websites but also build them. This revelation led to a transition from design to front-end development—taking beautiful, functional designs and turning them into working websites. James became the translator between the design and coding world, mastering the ability to communicate both perspectives effectively.

See https://jameslau.com