Resources Archives - Terry Becker https://terrycbecker.com/category/resources/ Storyteller, editor, designer, coder, adventure seeker, grilling enthusiast Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:11:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 A Guide to Video Production Lighting Types https://terrycbecker.com/a-guide-to-video-production-lighting-types/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 03:10:14 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4910 Read Time: 2 minutesQuick Summary Key Light: Main light that highlights the subject. Fill Light: Softens shadows created by the key light. Back Light (Rim Light): Adds depth and separates subject from background. Background Light: Illuminates the set or background. Practical Light: Visible in the scene, like lamps or candles. Bounce Light: Indirect light reflected off a surface.…

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]]> A/B Test on TikTok, Win on Instagram: A Smart Strategy to Grow Your Audience https://terrycbecker.com/a-b-test-on-tiktok-win-on-instagram-a-smart-strategy-to-grow-your-audience/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:58:09 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4835 Read Time: 2 minutesUnderstanding what content resonates can be the difference between stagnation and exponential growth. A clever strategy that’s gaining traction among content creators and marketers is this: A/B test content on TikTok first, then repost the winners to Instagram. This approach not only saves time and energy, but it leverages TikTok’s viral-friendly algorithm to refine your…

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]]> How to Set Up WP Engine Hosting for Event Espresso https://terrycbecker.com/how-to-set-up-wp-engine-hosting-for-event-espresso/ Wed, 14 May 2025 19:22:42 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4782 Read Time: 3 minutesWhen you’re hosting events — from small workshops to large conferences — your website needs to be fast, secure, and reliable. That’s where WP Engine comes in. Combined with Event Espresso, one of the best event registration plugins for WordPress, you can create a smooth booking experience for your attendees. This guide will walk you…

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]]> WordPress Revisions: Control, Limit, and Clean Up Your Posts https://terrycbecker.com/wordpress-revisions-control-limit-and-clean-up-your-posts/ Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:37:18 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4775 Read Time: 2 minutesIf you’ve spent any time editing content in WordPress, you’ve likely noticed the “Revisions” section under your posts or pages. WordPress automatically saves each change you make, which can be a lifesaver. However, over time, these revisions can clutter your database and impact site performance. Let’s dive into how you can enable, disable, limit, and…

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]]> The Best Days, Times, and Frequency to Send Marketing Emails for Senior Living Communities: A Complete Guide https://terrycbecker.com/the-best-days-times-and-frequency-to-send-marketing-emails-for-senior-living-communities-a-complete-guide/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:22:44 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4780 Read Time: 2 minutesMarketing to seniors and their families requires a thoughtful approach, especially when it comes to email communication. The right timing, frequency, and content can make the difference between a connection and a missed opportunity. In this guide, we’ll break down the best practices for when and how often to send marketing emails for senior living…

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]]> How to Block IP Addresses and Stop Spam Form Fills in WordPress https://terrycbecker.com/how-to-block-ip-addresses-and-stop-spam-form-fills-in-wordpress/ Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:28:17 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4784 Read Time: 2 minutesSpam form fills are a major annoyance for WordPress site owners. They clutter your (or your client’s) inbox, waste your time, and in some cases, can even pose security risks. Fortunately, WordPress offers several ways to block spammy IP addresses and prevent future attacks. Here’s a straightforward guide to cleaning up your site and keeping…

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]]> Fire Alarms and Team Dynamics: What Your Reaction Reveals About You https://terrycbecker.com/fire-alarms-and-team-dynamics-what-your-reaction-reveals-about-you/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 04:18:32 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4688 Read Time: 2 minutesNot that long ago we had a false fire alarm go off in our building. Before we learned it was a malfunction, our company exited the building. Everybody was safe, including our neighbors. I thought about how everyone in our company reacted when the alarm went off. When a fire alarm goes off in a…

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]]> How to Set the Subject and Content of an Email Using mailto: in Code https://terrycbecker.com/how-to-set-the-subject-and-content-of-an-email-using-mailto-in-code/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 02:54:57 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4666 Read Time: 2 minutesWhen creating websites or applications, it’s often useful to enable users to send emails directly from the interface. The mailto: protocol is a simple way to create a clickable link that opens a user’s default email client with a pre-defined subject, body content, and more. This is a convenient and straightforward method to guide the…

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]]> Get Curious, Not Furious: A New Approach to Coworkers and Life Situations https://terrycbecker.com/get-curious-not-furious-a-new-approach-to-coworkers-and-life-situations/ Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:01:43 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4575 Read Time: 3 minutesWhen life throws challenges your way or a coworker rubs you the wrong way, it’s easy to get frustrated. Anger feels like the natural response when things don’t go as expected. However, adopting the mindset of “get curious, not furious” can radically change how you approach difficult situations. This phrase encourages you to replace frustration…

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]]> The Myth of Multi-Tasking: Why It’s Really Attention Shifting https://terrycbecker.com/the-myth-of-multi-tasking-why-its-really-attention-shifting/ Fri, 20 Sep 2024 15:28:20 +0000 https://terrycbecker.com/?p=4581 Read Time: 3 minutesMulti-tasking is often seen as a badge of honor—a skill that allows us to juggle multiple responsibilities and stay ahead. But science reveals a different story. Multi-tasking, it turns out, is a myth. What we’re really doing when we think we’re multi-tasking is something called attention shifting, and it’s far less productive than we might…

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