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We all have our own routines when setting up a new WordPress site. Some people adjust the permalinks, while others change their user color scheme. However, the first thing I always do is hide that “WordPress Events and News” widget. I’ve never found any of the posts listed there to be particularly helpful. It’s odd to me that developers, who make up only a small portion of the WordPress user base, are the target audience for 100% of the posts featured in that widget. Some of the posts are even more niche, focusing on the “Community.” I really wish there were posts that regular users like myself would find useful.

This got me thinking (I know, big surprise). Wouldn’t it be great if there was a submission system where people could submit individual blog posts, and if a post seems like something users might find helpful, it gets added to the queue? I’m not suggesting that entire blogs be featured, just single posts.

I believe this could be incredibly powerful, not only in terms of helping users but also in encouraging WordPress enthusiasts to share their expertise. After all, who wants to spend time writing a blog post that no one will read?