Dear Bri: Community Strategy, Fiascos, and Drama

Introducing: Dear Bri, an advice column for community strategy, fiascos, and drama!

Aug 8, 2024

Explore the chaotic world of community management, where real creators share their confessions. Discover the pros and cons of building on Slack versus membership models. Uncover strategies to overcome burnout and turn your struggles into growth opportunities. Engage with expert advice on fostering active discussions and testing new ideas. Join in for a mix of support, practical marketing tactics, and heartfelt community gossip that makes you feel less alone in your journey!

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Quick takeaways

The membership model can generate recurring revenue for community management but comes with unique challenges that require strategic navigation.

Community leaders must prioritize self-care and accept their limits while exploring innovative strategies to maintain member engagement and sustainability.

Deep dives

The Membership Model in Community Management

The membership model is recognized as a compelling approach for generating recurring revenue in community management; however, it presents specific challenges that leaders must navigate. As community managers, there's a need to explore innovative strategies and embrace experimentation to ensure sustainability and engagement. The emphasis on scalability reveals that community leaders should plan for future growth from the onset, preparing for the potential influx of members. For example, starting with the intent of accommodating thousands of members can shape initial decisions to promote a robust foundation.

Navigating Community Management Challenges and Strategies

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Welcome to Dear Bri, an advice column for community strategy, fiascos, and drama. On this podcast, I collect anonymous letters from real-life community creators and bring on an expert from the community space to help you feel a little less alone and a lot less crazy.

Should I build my community on Slack?

Is membership the way to go?

How do I create a test?

I feel so bitter and burnt, how do I recover?

My community is out of control, what do I do?

How do I build for acquisition?

If I build it, will they come?

Expect: Online community building best practices, marketing strategy, community growth tactics, and lots of support for community builders and community managers.

These are just a few of the questions we’re answering on season one of Dear Bri. Episodes drop on Tuesdays, hit the follow/subscribe button so you never miss out on the community gossip!

About your host: Bri Leever

Bri got her start building a community and growing it to a multi-million dollar revenue stream for a social enterprise in Portland, OR. Now, she supports folks used to running their business on content, coaching, and consulting to create their community offer. She's a Community Strategist by day and a Campervan host by night on the Big Island of Hawaii and you'll usually find her on, in, or under the water.

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