Angela Samuels is a WordPress and social media trainer for authors and small-business owners. Her passion is teaching to do it yourself small-business owners to update, maintain and market their own website.
Angela Samuels will be presenting “Getting Advanced” on Friday, October 14 at 11:00am in the Pendelton room.
Why do use WordPress?
I use WordPress because it is easier for my clients to update their websites. My customers are usually hands-on and want to be involved in the upkeep of their website. WordPress makes it really simple to create a website.
When and how did you start using WordPress?
I started using WordPress in 2008 when I noticed how user-friendly it was for my clients. I used to create websites from Dreamweaver, and a lot my clients didn’t understand it and wanted more control of their websites. That is when I started just doing WordPress websites.
What would you tell someone to convince them to attend a WordCamp?
I would tell them that WordCamp is a wonderful place to meet other people who are learning about WordPress and it is a great place to network.
Tell us about something awesome you’ve experienced at a WordCamp in the past.
I attended the Chicago WordCamp and it was amazing. I met a lot of great people that I possibly see at other WordCamps.
Give an example of a cool WordPress project you have worked on recently.
I just recently finished up an Oral Surgeon website that was challenging but a great experience.
What is your favorite part of WordCamps?
I love the people that I meet. You meet people that are in the web development business or are creating their own websites. It is truly great.
What advice do you have for anyone looking to start or grow a WordPress based business?
Get out from behind the computer and join your local chamber or networking group.
Tell us something awesome about yourself that is not WordPress related.
I’m happy, love my life, and I’m focusing on things that give me joy like teaching, traveling and meeting new people.
Name someone in the WordPress community that inspires you.
Everyone whom I meet at a WordCamp inspires me because they are doing what they love. They wouldn’t be there if they didn’t enjoy it.
Fill in the blank for other attendees: “If you ___________ then you should come talk to me at WordCamp.”
“If you are an author or small business owner looking for training on WordPress or social media marketing, then you should come talk to me at WordCamp”
What should someone learn before attending your talk at WordCamp Ann Arbor?
Before attending my talk, the person should want to learn more about theme and plugins.