Most “About Us” pages are filled with big corporate words and empty promises. This is not one of them.
My name is Harpreet Kumar, and I am the founder of WP Blogging 101 — a WordPress blogging resource built after 12 years as a carpenter in India, years of teaching myself blogging on the side, and one $20 affiliate sale that changed everything.
My story is not about working in a fancy office or going to a top college. It is about working in a workshop with a hammer and saw for 12 long years.
If you are looking for someone who knows how to build something from scratch with hard work, honesty, and patience, you are in the right place.
12 Years As A Carpenter (2007 – 2019)
From 2007 until 2019, my life was all about manual labour. I worked as a professional carpenter in India, spending my days with the smell of sawdust and the physical grind of building furniture.
Carpentry taught me lessons I still use every day:
- A solid foundation matters — you cannot build a strong house on weak soil, and you cannot build a successful blog on poor hosting or bad code.
- “Measure twice, cut once” became my habit for checking every technical detail before I publish anything — in woodworking, one wrong cut ruins the wood.
- There are no shortcuts in either craft. Whether you are making a table or a website, quality takes time — I don’t build things for today, I build them to stand the test of time.
The Double Life (February 2016 – December 2019)
In February 2016, while I was still working as a carpenter, I discovered blogging. I had no teacher and very slow internet, and most blogging guides were in English — a language I wasn’t yet strong in.
- From morning to evening, I was a carpenter. From evening to late night, I was a student of the internet.
- I spent 3 months learning HTML and CSS because I thought it was necessary to build a site — a “mistake” that actually became my strength.
- I started with Google Blogger, then moved to WordPress with my first domain,
missingideas.com. - It took nearly 4 years of this double work to understand how SEO, hosting, and content really work.
The Big Leap: Full-Time Blogging (December 2019)
In December 2019, I finally decided to put down my carpentry tools for good and became a full-time blogger. I had only 8 months of savings in my bank account and a big dream.
Then life gave me a huge shock. Just two months after quitting my job, Google suspended my AdSense account.
My primary way of earning was gone — no job, no monthly salary, and my savings disappearing fast.
I had two options: go back to the workshop as a carpenter, or find a new way to survive online. I refused to give up, and started gpresstheme.com to help people with the GeneratePress theme.
The $20 Miracle & WP Blogging 101
After 4 months of working day and night without earning a single rupee, I made my first affiliate sale of $20. That $20 changed everything.
- It gave me hope — proof I could earn without AdSense.
- It defined my mission: if I help people solve their problems, the money follows.
- It led to the launch of WP Blogging 101 — a place where beginners could get honest, technical, and simple advice.
Our Motive: Why We Build Differently
WP Blogging 101 is not just another tutorial site. It is a roadmap built by someone who has been in the trenches. Here’s what that means in practice:
- Minimalist & Clean: I hate cluttered websites, so my site uses a clean, modern design that stays out of your way.
- Speed is King: Because I know code, every page is built to load fast. Your time is valuable.
- Human-First Content: I write everything myself — no ghostwriters, no content teams. If a guide mentions a tool, it’s because I’ve actually installed and used it on this site or a client site.
- No Fluff: I explain things simply, without unnecessary jargon.
The Harpreet Kumar “Ecosystem”
My love for coding and building didn’t stop with one blog. Here’s the network of tools I’ve built to help other digital creators:
- BFCM Sales: A collection of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on WordPress, hosting, SaaS, and AI tools.
- TeleWebGram: A directory for finding high-quality Telegram channels and groups.
- WP Deals Pro: A curated collection of the best WordPress deals, discounts, and lifetime offers.
- Hostinger Coupon Code: A dedicated site for the latest and working Hostinger coupon codes and deals.
- Mera Ration Old Version: A personal side project outside of blogging, providing download links and information for the Mera Ration app.
- Chrome Extensions: I build custom tools like DA PA Checker and ScreenGrab to make your work faster.
My Personal Promise To You…
I treat your blog with the same care and respect I used to treat a piece of wood. I am not a “guru” who lives in a cloud. I am a builder who lives in the real world.
When you read my content, here’s what you’re getting:
- Tested advice — I only recommend tools (like Cloudways, GeneratePress, or Rank Math) that I actually use.
- Honest reviews — if a product is bad, I will say it, even if I lose a commission.
- Direct support — you can always reach out to me via harpreet@wpblogging101.com.
Let’s connect:
- Join the community: my Facebook Group is where the real magic happens.
- Follow the journey: connect with me on X (Twitter).
- Ask a question: if you need help, just visit my Contact Page.
Thank you for being part of my story. Let’s build your digital future together.
— Harpreet Kumar
Founder & CEO, WP Blogging 101
