WP Builds 399 – Joost de Valk talks about Progress Planner, their new website productivity tool
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Nov 21, 2024 Joost de Valk, the creator of the Yoast SEO plugin, introduces Progress Planner, his innovative tool designed to make website maintenance fun and engaging. He explains how it combines gamification with practical features like badges and a task management dashboard. Joost discusses strategies to tackle procrastination and enhance productivity for website owners, from individuals to agencies. The conversation highlights the tool's adaptability and the importance of community feedback, making website upkeep a more interactive experience.
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Gamify Website Maintenance
- Consider how boring website maintenance is for most users.
- Gamify the process and make it more enjoyable, like Duolingo does for language learning.
Guided Website Building
- Many website owners don't know how to create effective content.
- Progress Planner Pro offers courses and guidance within the editor to help.
The Power of Personal Touch
- Marika, Joost's wife and co-creator of Progress Planner, sent handwritten notes to early users.
- This personal touch created a positive impression and encouraged feedback.