A Blog About Community Building

Pricing your paid community wrong changes who shows up — not just your revenue. Bri Leever's Pricing Compass framework shows you how to find the right number confidently.

The free-to-paid community pipeline sounds logical — but it usually backfires. Bri Leever breaks down why freemium fails and what actually drives paid community growth.

Stop comparing features. Here are the 3 questions Bri asks every client before choosing a community platform after building 79 communities in 6 years.

Is starting a community right for your business? Here's the 3-part Sweet Spot framework Bri uses (after building 79 communities) to know if it's the right move.

Thinking about launching a paid community in 2026? Start here. Bri Leever breaks down the community model matrix so you build the right one from day one.

Mighty Networks has overhauled its platform. This honest review covers what's changed with navigation, automations, gamification, and who Mighty is actually built for in 2026.

EDC Communications had clients asking for more — but no community to offer them. Here's how Ember built them a paid Circle community from zero infrastructure to a launch-ready platform.

Comparing Go High Level vs Circle for online communities in 2026? This in-depth breakdown covers features, pricing, customization, and who each platform is built for — so you can stop second-guessing and start building.

Honest comparison of Skool, Circle, Mighty Networks, and Heartbeat. Real community builders share features, tradeoffs, and platform selection tips.

Community sponsorships are changing fast. This guide breaks down how modern communities price sponsorships, protect member trust, and build long-term partner relationships in 2026. Learn proven sponsorship models, pricing frameworks, and real-world examples from leading community operators.

A 2026 curated guide to the best communities for community builders, managers, creators, and consultants, plus how to choose the right one for your community building stage.

See how Fastpitch Power transitioned to Circle with stable retention, 7× engagement, and a stronger, simpler community experience. A complete migration case study.

Compare Mighty vs Skool for your 2025 community. See pricing, UX, gamification, customization, and which platform fits your community strategy best.

Circle vs Mighty Networks (2025 Comparison): Which platform really helps you build a thriving online community? Discover the honest breakdown from Bri Leever — community strategist and founder of Ember — on UX, pricing, AI tools, and which one fits your brand best.

Compare Circle and Kajabi in this 2025 guide to find the best platform for your community. Learn pricing, UX, and which tool truly fits your growth.

Community Platform Comparison: Circle vs. Heartbeat

Rebecca Davis, director & producer of Join or Die, joins Bri to explore how community and social capital can bridge deep political divides.

Discover how Byron Katie’s The Work helps community builders reduce conflict, foster connection, and lead with clarity. Free Ember workshop Sept 30.

Discover how Ligare, a Christian psychedelic society, successfully launched a thriving membership community on Heartbeat, gaining 78 members after kickoff with expert community strategy, tech support, and authentic engagement.

Setting up your paid community on an all-in-one platform? Discover what pitfalls to avoid, so your members thrive and stick around.