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Event description

In this WordPress workshop, we focus on themes, widgets and plugins. With literally thousands of them out there, how do you choose and what should you look for?

Papa Bear: Themes are the backbone of your WordPress site. We'll look at free vs. premium themes and the differences—pros and cons. We'll explore a few themes and go through the available options. Finally, we look at how to choose a theme to best fit your needs.

Mama Bear: Plugins can give your site or blog that extra push. Most of them run in the background and add functionality and speed to your site. We'll look at the must-haves and the caution you need to take when using them.

Baby Bear: Widgets can be practical, fun, or both. A widget can allow visitors to sign up for you enewsletter—or list the top ten songs at iTunes. We'll explore how widgets work and you'll get a few tips and tricks.

You'll walk away with a better understanding of the power of these WordPress elements so you make better decisions and have more control over your site.

Note that this is a free workshop, but the Mosaic survives on donations, so please consider dropping an extra buck or two in the donation box. Thanks!

If you missed this one, you can signup for the WordPress and the 3 Bears on Feb. 17.

Bob Dunn is co-owner of Cat's Eye Marketing and a WordPress addict. He uses his experience in website development, design and marketing to create dynamic WordPress blogs and websites. Bob administers the group WordPress Chatter and teaches WordPress and blogging workshops.

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  • Seattle WordPress Trainer 
Seattle, Washington 
Bob Dunn
    Seattle WordPress Trainer
    Seattle, Washington

30 Bizniks attended this event

  • Vedic astrologer 
Seattle, Washington 
Kathleen Whalen MS AOM
    Vedic astrologer
    Seattle, Washington
  • Seattle printing, mailing, marketing solutions 
Edmonds, Washington 
David Berkey
    Seattle printing, mailing, marketing solutions
    Edmonds, Washington
  • Visual Communications Designer 
Auburn, Washington 
Carla Conrad
    Visual Communications Designer
    Auburn, Washington
  • Ghost Writer/Blogger 
Los Angeles, California 
Terra  Paley
    Ghost Writer/Blogger
    Los Angeles, California
  • Arborist, Tree Pruning, Landscape/Garden Design / Construction 
Mercer Island, Washington 
Scott Sinclair
    Arborist, Tree Pruning, Landscape/Garden Design...
    Mercer Island, Washington
  • Traditional Astrologer 
San Diego, California 
Molly Morrissey
    Traditional Astrologer
    San Diego, California
  • Personal Trainer 
Bellevue, Washington 
Kyle Sheldon
    Personal Trainer
    Bellevue, Washington
  • Leadership and Life Coaching 
Kirkland, Washington 
Kristy Swanson
    Leadership and Life Coaching
    Kirkland, Washington
  • Custom WordPress & Print Design for Small Business 
Seattle, Washington 
Sheila  Hoffman
    Custom WordPress & Print Design...
    Seattle, Washington
  • Massage, Bodywork, Healing touch, Injury Treatment, Medical Massage, Intuitive Masssage 
Seattle, Washington 
Sierra  Kennedy LMP
    Massage, Bodywork, Healing touch, Injury...
    Seattle, Washington
  • Managing Broker | Residential Real Estate 
Bellevue, Washington 
Marika  A
    Managing Broker | Residential Real...
    Bellevue, Washington
  • Residential Remodeling 
Lakewood, Washington 
Jonathan Allen
    Residential Remodeling
    Lakewood, Washington
  • Founder, Principal Consultant, Seattle Office 
Kirkland, Washington 
Nina Bondarook
    Founder, Principal Consultant, Seattle Office
    Kirkland, Washington
  • marketing coach & consultant 
Mountlake Terrace, Washington 
Barbara Breckenfeld
    marketing coach & consultant
    Mountlake Terrace, Washington
  • Tile Cleaning in Seattle 
Seattle , Washington 
Troy  Cantini
    Tile Cleaning in Seattle
    Seattle , Washington
  • Dynamic Constellation Facilitator 
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Lisa DeMars
    Dynamic Constellation Facilitator
    Lincolnshire, Illinois
  • Video Production & Social Media 
Seattle, Washington 
Jeremy Dodd
    Video Production & Social Media
    Seattle, Washington
  • Professional Relations and Conflict Management Consultant 
Enumclaw, Washington 
Joyce Lynn Elder
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    Enumclaw, Washington
  • developing markets + building relationships 
Seattle, Washington 
Carey Gersten
    developing markets + building relationships
    Seattle, Washington
  • Owner, Plus One Properties LLC 
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Charissa Green
    Owner, Plus One Properties LLC
    Seattle, Washington

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Discuss this event

  • Office, Industrial & Commercial Relocations 
Kent, Washington 
Beverly Wertman
    Posted by Beverly Wertman, Kent, Washington | Dec 15, 2009

    I'll keep checking back for an opening ;) Merry Christmas to all!

  • Seattle WordPress Trainer 
Seattle, Washington 
Bob Dunn
    Posted by Bob Dunn, Seattle, Washington | Dec 15, 2009

    Hey Beverly, yeah, I usually send out an email about a week before, and remind people. A few slots might open then. Also, I'm doing this same one on Feb. 17. Hope to see you at one or the other.

    thanks, bob

  • Vedic astrologer 
Seattle, Washington 
Kathleen Whalen MS AOM
    Posted by Kathleen Whalen MS AOM, Seattle, Washington | Jan 05, 2010

    I just saw your post in Linked In and was not fast enough! Could I get on the wait list please? I am looking forward to your great information.

  • Seattle WordPress Trainer 
Seattle, Washington 
Bob Dunn
    Posted by Bob Dunn, Seattle, Washington | Jan 06, 2010

    Hi Kathleen, actually the post on LinkedIn was about a workshop I am doing for Social Media Club of Seatte, which is a different one than this. You can click here to check out that one on Jan. 14th, or we are doing this event on this page again on Feb 17th on Biznik.

    thanks and hope to see you at one or the other!

  • Marketing, Graphic Design, Networking and Training 
Glastonbury, Connecticut 
Dvorah Lansky
    Posted by Dvorah Lansky, Glastonbury, Connecticut | Jan 07, 2010

    Bob, do you suppose that you could have a few of these events over here in CT (Grin!). These sound like so much fun!

    Enjoy! D'vorah

  • Seattle WordPress Trainer 
Seattle, Washington 
Bob Dunn
    Posted by Bob Dunn, Seattle, Washington | Jan 07, 2010

    Mmmmm, never been to CT and I'm sure I would love it. That commute might be a killer though!

    Thanks for the kind words!!

  • Marketing, Graphic Design, Networking and Training 
Glastonbury, Connecticut 
Dvorah Lansky
    Posted by Dvorah Lansky, Glastonbury, Connecticut | Jan 07, 2010

    Heah! What about an online workshop, hmmmm????? (hint hint)

    D

  • Seattle WordPress Trainer 
Seattle, Washington 
Bob Dunn
    Posted by Bob Dunn, Seattle, Washington | Jan 07, 2010

    I know, been getting a lot of that lately. Am buried in launching a new site here next month, but maybe that would be a good goal for the spring! Will keep you posted.

  • Photo Organizing & Scanning, Digital Media Expert, Designer of Family/Corporate Photo Books, DVDs, Websites 
Seattle, Washington 
Molly Bullard
    Posted by Molly Bullard, Seattle, Washington | Jan 14, 2010

    I am interested if someone drops, thanks!

  • Photo Organizing & Scanning, Digital Media Expert, Designer of Family/Corporate Photo Books, DVDs, Websites 
Seattle, Washington 
Molly Bullard
    Posted by Molly Bullard, Seattle, Washington | Jan 18, 2010

    Had to cancel! I've got a photo scanning project that unfortunately has landed on Weds - I'll shoot for next month. Thanks Bob!

  • Interior Decorator 
Seattle, Washington 
Julie Iversen Chatram
    Posted by Julie Iversen Chatram, Seattle, Washington | Jan 20, 2010

    Hi Bob, Very informative!

  • Founder, Principal Consultant, Seattle Office 
Kirkland, Washington 
Nina Bondarook
    Posted by Nina Bondarook, Kirkland, Washington | Jan 21, 2010

    I attended Bob's 3 Bears workshop and am glad I did! He is very thorough and a solid presenter, and his passion for what he is doing is infectious. Plus, the venue was very comfortable, casual and conducive to learning. Lots of great interaction among participants, as well.

    I look forward to his next WP session on Jan. 25th!

  • developing markets + building relationships 
Seattle, Washington 
Carey Gersten
    Posted by Carey Gersten, Seattle, Washington | Jan 21, 2010

    Great stuff. Bob makes it clear how to get your web done in WordPress. THANKS!

  • Video Production & Social Media 
Seattle, Washington 
Jeremy Dodd
    Posted by Jeremy Dodd, Seattle, Washington | Jan 21, 2010

    Thanks again for another solid WordPress workshop, Bob.

    It's great that you make yourself available for these sessions, as well as helping people solve WP-related issues outside them.

    Keep it up!

    -Jeremy

  • Managing Broker | Residential Real Estate 
Bellevue, Washington 
Marika  A
    Posted by Marika A, Bellevue, Washington | Jan 22, 2010

    What a great class! Amazing quality presentation. Tons of info. Very educational. Anyone who is serious about getting a Wordpress page started - must attend! I just subscribed to the blog and read post called "Ending the Confusion: WordPress.com or WordPress.org?" Everyone’s “must read” about the subject. Here is a link to subscribe to the blog http://catseyemarketing.com/ Thank you Bob for giving so much info, you are true enthusiast!

  • Ghost Writer/Blogger 
Los Angeles, California 
Terra  Paley
    Posted by Terra Paley, Los Angeles, California | Jan 22, 2010

    I agree with Marika, Bob is a great teacher/trainer. He patiently explains everything and even when his competition is in the room, he courtesly answers the questions they know nothing about. Bob knows wordpress inside and out. He shares his knowledge and he makes it very real.

  • Traditional Astrologer & Coach 
San Diego, California 
Molly Morrissey
    Posted by Molly Morrissey, San Diego, California | Jan 22, 2010

    Thanks for the great class, Bob. Lots of good tips, and I appreciate that you are explaining lots - helpful for getting quickly acquianted with how Wordpress works, and how to think about using the program. Will definitely be at more of your classes.

    And thanks for all the fun graphics!

  • Business Coach, Strategic Planner, Speaker and former Wall Street Trader 
Seattle, Washington 
Maria Marsala
    Posted by Maria Marsala, Seattle, Washington | Jan 22, 2010

    I thoroughly enjoyed your class. Great content I reviewed right away. Timely as I was just looking at programs like themeis


    Someone asked about calendars. I don't know one for Wordpress "per se". I would think that someone can use the text editor to put the code on a page of their blog for the one I recommend.

    The free version, which I use, allows my clients and prospects to schedule their own sessions; AND I can also schedule them. My assistant can get into it, too.

    The paid version of course has more perks.

    To view how it looks on a web page: http://www.ElevatingYourBusiness.com/calendar/

    The program I use is free and my (affiliate) link is http://www.lattiss.com/?promo=C906

  • Visual Communications Designer 
Auburn, Washington 
Carla Conrad
    Posted by Carla Conrad, Auburn, Washington | Jan 23, 2010

    Thanks for your class - taking 'part 2' this Monday. Coming from the legacy path of traditional web & video design, I am thrilled with the freedom that WP opens up to a designer, rather than bogging me down with having to learn yet more coding, or hiring it out. The possibilities unfold!

    A question about a plug-in or widget for a WP site to create a section that is 'members' only, but not the whole site. A place for documents or member-only info, while keeping the main portion of the site public. THX!

  • Seattle WordPress Trainer 
Seattle, Washington 
Bob Dunn
    Posted by Bob Dunn, Seattle, Washington | Jan 23, 2010

    Hi Carla, there are a few plugins that are free, and if you click here you will see the list. Browse through these and see if any fit your needs.

    If you do need something a bit more powerful, I would suggest the paid plugin, WishList. I have used it and really am happy with the resutls.

    Feel free to contact me with any other questions.

  • Residential Remodeling 
Lakewood, Washington 
Jonathan Allen
    Posted by Jonathan Allen, Lakewood, Washington | Jan 27, 2010

    Thank you Bob. Once again, you put on an information packed event. And followed up with a couple of very helpful emails pertaining to subjects discussed in class. It was well worth the hour drive to be there. If anyone needs help with WordPress, Bob is the man.

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4401 2nd Ave NE
Seattle, Washington 98105

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