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EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 57 MIN

How Andrew Wilder Started From Freelancing to Supporting 900+ Websites

from Niche Pursuits Podcast: Find Your Next "Niche" Business Idea!

In this episode, Andrew Wilder, founder of NerdPress, shares how he scaled his WordPress support business from solo freelancing to a team of 22 managing over 900 websites. He opens up about the pricing decisions that fueled his growth, the hiring strategies that built his team, and the technical foundations every site owner should prioritize. From backups and security to Core Web Vitals and site speed, Andrew delivers practical, actionable advice for WordPress users. If you run a website, this interview will help you avoid costly mistakes and build a faster, more secure site.   Sponsor: Quiet LightGet a free, confidential valuation at https://quietlight.com/!   Links & ResourcesCheck out NerdPress - https://www.nerdpress.net/ Visit Hubbub for more details - https://morehubbub.com/ Get the "25 Things You're Doing Wrong On Your WordPress Website" checklist - https://www.nerdpress.net/25-mistakes/ Be sure to get more content like this in the Niche Pursuits Newsletter Right Here: https://www.nichepursuits.com/newsletter  Want a Faster and Easier Way to Build Internal Links?  Get $15 off Link Whisper with Discount Code "Podcast" on the Checkout Screen: https://www.nichepursuits.com/linkwhisper  Get SEO Consulting from the Niche Pursuits Podcast Host, Jared Bauman: https://www.nichepursuits.com/201creative 

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