Nathan Ingram is the Host at iThemes Training where he teaches WordPress and freelance business development topics via live webinar. He is also the creator of >ADVANCE Coaching, working with WordPress business owners individually and in groups to help them become more successful in their businesses. Nathan has been a freelance web developer since 1995, and is based in Birmingham, Alabama where he is the lead organizer of WordCamp Birmingham.
We’re thrilled to have Nathan onboard as a speaker at WordCamp Sacramento 2018 asked a few questions to help you get to know more about him. Check out our mini interview with Nathan below:
What is the topic of your WordCamp talk?
Dealing With Problem Clients: Fencing In The Friendly Monsters
Why do you think this is important?
Every WordPress pro who is working with clients has encountered a bad one. (or two, or eight). Bad clients can make your live miserable and even make you consider throwing in the towel. Bad clients can never be completely avoided, but there are practical steps you can take in your business to recognize them early and insulate yourself from the impact of the ones who slip through. We’ll talk through these priorities, identify five client “monsters,” and explain the strategies you can use to contain them.
What’s your WordPress origin story?
I built and sold my first website in 1995. Over the years, I’ve used most of the popular web technologies in my work. I’m embarrassed to say that initially in 2008 I perceived WordPress as a threat to my business. I resisted (foolishly) for a couple of years until I was finally won over, and changed my whole business model to be WordPress focused. Since 2010, I’ve been all in for WordPress and the incomparable community behind it.
How has WordPress impacted your world?
WordPress has empowered me to build a profitable business doing client work. In 2012, I became a WordPress educator, teaching users around the world on iThemes Training. I also have the privilege of traveling internationally to speak to groups about the business of WordPress. I’m incredibly grateful for the software and the community that has made this possible.
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Get Your Ticket ASAP!
WordCamp Sacramento 2018 sold out in 2015, 2016, and 2017, and we do expect it to sell out again. Be sure to get your WordCamp Tickets asap to secure you spot at this awesome event! Tickets are only $40 (thanks to our generous sponsors) and include:
- Two full days of Beginner Tracks, walking new users through how to use WordPress.
- Two mixed tracks of sessions on Saturday.
- Two mixed tracks of sessions on Sunday.
- A Happiness Bar — our version of a help desk, open throughout the event so you can get help with your site and get your questions answered.
- An opportunity to network with and meet sponsors, speakers, and other WordPress community members, including business owners, designers, developers, agency owners, bloggers, copywriters, freelancers, site owners, and more.
- Refreshing drinks throughout the entire event.
- A WordCamp Sacramento 2018 t-shirt.
- A catered lunch on Saturday.
- A networking reception Saturday immediately following the event.
- Snacks on Sunday.