A Blog About Community Building

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.

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

After consulting with Eric Plantenburg to help build out their online community experience, I had the wild opportunity to go experience the Abundant Living Retreat in person. I’ve never participated in a container quite like this and it’s difficult to explain, but I will share it was the most transformative experience of my life. These are my observations as a participant and community strategist.

The most common question I get: "How do I get my members to actually talk to each other?" Not just like or comment, but truly connect. I’ll show you how habit-building principles can transform your community. Learn 4 types of prompts that drive engagement and the On Belay principle for trust.

The most common question I get: "How do I get my members to actually talk to each other?" Not just like or comment, but truly connect. I’ll show you how habit-building principles can transform your community. Learn 4 types of prompts that drive engagement and the On Belay principle for trust.

The most common question I get: "How do I get my members to actually talk to each other?" Not just like or comment, but truly connect. After running Couch to Connection, I discovered the right prompts can build momentum fast. In this first video of a 3-part series, I’ll show you how habit-building principles can transform your community. Learn 4 types of prompts that drive engagement and the On Belay principle for trust. Want in? Sign up for access.

I put my trust in the process—and it created tension. But tension is where real growth happens. Here’s what I learned from C2C.

Explore the biggest 2025 community trends from expert strategists. Discover predictions on community growth, engagement, monetization.

When we first started Gay Moms Club, the goal was clear: to create a space for LGBTQ+ moms to connect, collaborate, and support one another.

According to Listen Notes, the Dear Bri Podcast, with just 12 episodes and launched to an email list of 600 people, is in the top 5%.

Over this last month, I’ve heard this question more than a few times: how do I leverage my presence in other communities to grow my business

Why community builders are flocking to all-in-one platforms and how to pick one that's right for you.

Get a 10-page roadmap and detailed checklist to launch or migrate your online community business in 7 weeks.

The good reasons a business would not start an online community and the lazy excuses we used to avoid our fear of failure.

In light of the recent blackout on Reddit, I wanted to share some of my own lessons and learnings as an online community builder and...

Setting up your community for success before launch—insider tips for building anticipation and interest.

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In order for your community to become a gathering place for learning, you first have to create a community of experts.

Learn why conversation channels don't make for great lead magnets like the other two pillars of community programming: events and content.

Creating high-impact content that strengthens community connections and increases engagement.