Final Day To Register For The Pillar Summit

Be warned, I’m going to try and persuade you to sign up for the Pillar Summit. But this shouldn’t be a hard sell. If you

Can Your Agency Share Examples Of Great Communities?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I did a disservice to agencies when I suggested they can’t develop online communities. I stand by the core of my argument I believe that

The Most Successful Type Of Branded Online Communities

…are customer service communities. You can find dozens on GetSatisfaction. Lithium does a great job of these too. There are thriving customer service communities throughout

What Are You Doing This Weekend?

Ask your members what they're doing this weekend. People love to talk about themselves. Self-disclosure is important in online communities. Other people might be nearby

Do You Want To Enroll In The Pillar Summit? Your Questions Answered

We still have a few places remaining on the Pillar Summit’s 12-week Professional Community Manager course. The deadline for registration is midnight on Monday, April

You Can’t Benefit From Half-Completed Communities

Online Community building is a process that begins long before and continues long after the community website becomes accessible.  Sadly, many believe the process begins

Community Building Content Tip: Get News From Your Members

Add a small button somewhere in your community, or an e-mail address, where members can submit their own personal news.  When members have a birthday,

How To Position Your Online Community

How do you position your community? Consider 4 types of positioning. The only community of its kind. Being the only community is useful. This means

10 Simple Ideas To Increase Activity In Your Online Community

If you’re struggling with participation in your community, here are 10 simple tips. Ensure the latest activity is above the fold on the homepage. If people

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