I hope you enjoy this blog post where we use the new post editor and a blank text widget to add cool things in the sidebar. Let me know and comment below! — Greg
10 reasons to use this trick
Here are 10 reasons you might want to start using the WordPress Post editor along with a text widget for your About Me sections (like the video shows) and for anything in your sidebar:
#10 Add any media you want, like video, images, or +1 boxes.
#9 You can open up with your readers.
#8 It’s the instant introduction you need early on.
#7 You can get creative and get branded like Pat Flynn does.
#6 Ask your audience to join — get more subscribers.
#5 No plugins required, so it won’t slow down the blog.
#4 It’s helpful to funnel readers to your actual About page.
#3 Helps me learn about you too. 🙂
#2 You get to show off, duh!
#1 This method helps you create new features anywhere on your blog!
So how about it?
Are you going to spend a little extra time tailoring your sidebar sections today? Or will you just goof around on Facebook? Let me know and drop your 2 cents in the comments!