WP 101 – Mapping Out Your Content

So far in this WordPress 101 series, we’ve covered domain names and hosting – Remember, the address and the house thing? Now it’s time to figure out what goes inside: your content.

Before you start building anything yourself or thinking about hiring someone to do it for you, take a moment to think and map out what your site actually needs to do. This step saves time, money, and a whole lot of second-guessing later.

🧭 What Pages Do You Need?

Most small business or solopreneur sites start with the basics:

• Home – Your welcome mat. A quick intro, maybe a call to action.
• About – Who you are, what you do, and why you do it.
• Services – What you offer, how it works, and what it costs.
• Contact – How people can reach you. A form, an email, maybe a map.
• Blog – Optional, but great for sharing expertise and boosting SEO.

But maybe you need more:

• Shopping Cart – Planning to sell products or services online?
• User Community – Want members, forums, or private content?
• Booking System – Need clients to schedule appointments?
• Portfolio or Gallery – Showcasing your work visually?

The clearer you are about your goals, the easier it is to build something that works.

🛠 Can WordPress Handle It?

Short answer: probably.

WordPress is incredibly flexible. With the right theme and plugins, you can build just about anything – from a simple brochure site to a full-blown ecommerce store or membership platform.

But here’s the real question:
Can WordPress do it well, and will it be easy to maintain?

That depends on how complex your needs are and how much time you want to spend managing your site.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

• Simple sites (Home, About, Services, Contact) – WordPress handles these beautifully. Setup is quick, updates are easy, and SOHO Admin Force can get you up and running without the tech tangle.
• Blogs and portfolios – This is WordPress’s sweet spot. If you want to share your expertise or showcase your work, we’ve got you covered.
• Online stores – WooCommerce is the go-to plugin. It’s free and works well, but it adds layers of complexity – inventory, payments, shipping, etc. We build these all the time, and we’ll make sure it’s done right. But remember that you’ll be the one logging in to process the orders and will need to learn how to use WooCommerce and its components.
• Memberships and communities – Technically possible, but this is where we draw the line. These sites require ongoing plugin management, user logic, and support systems that go beyond what most small businesses need. If that’s your goal, we recommend hiring a traditional web development firm or planning on spending a lot of your free time messing with it yourself.
• Custom logic or high-traffic apps – WordPress can do it, but it’s not always the best tool. If you’re building something with complex workflows or expecting heavy traffic, we’ll point you toward a developer who specializes in custom builds.

At SOHO Admin Force, we know how to build all of these – but we focus on what makes sense for small businesses and solopreneurs. We keep things simple, effective, and easy to maintain. If your needs go beyond that, we’ll be honest and help you find the right fit.

🧩 Keep It Maintainable

Whatever you wind up building (or having built), make sure it’s something you can manage – or can afford to have someone manage for you. A site that’s too complicated becomes a chore. And a site that’s neglected becomes a liability.

Start with the essentials. Add complexity only when it’s truly needed. WordPress gives you room to grow – just don’t overbuild before you’re ready.

Until then, if you’re not sure what pages you need or whether WordPress can handle your wishlist, leave a comment or shoot me a message. I’m happy to help.

Have a great turkey day!
– Jeff