How To Build Community For Your Brand In 2025 | Live Masterclass
Dec 3, 2024
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Kira Matthews, an expert in building thriving online communities, joins the conversation to reveal the essence of creating genuine connections in the digital world. She emphasizes the need for meaningful engagement over social media metrics. Matthews shares innovative strategies for cultivating community bonds, particularly through TikTok Live, which turns loyal customers into authentic influencers. The discussion also navigates the intricacies of community-building strategies, highlighting the balance between establishing brand platforms and leveraging micro-creators.
Building a community requires genuine engagement and conversation with customers to foster loyalty and advocacy.
Adapting to various platforms and utilizing intimate communication channels are essential for maintaining community connections, especially during crises.
Deep dives
The Power of Community Engagement
Building a strong community relies heavily on direct engagement rather than just analyzing social media metrics. While brands often depend on data and statistics to gauge community interest, having real conversations offers deeper insights into customer sentiments. For instance, a former Facebook group leader emphasized the necessity of talking to users, whether through focus groups or live sessions, to extract genuine feedback. This personal touch fosters loyalty, turning customers into advocates who passionately promote the brand rather than simply relying on advertisements.
Creating Genuine Connections
Establishing personal connections with customers is essential in community building, resembling the dynamics of hosting friends at home. Brands that host events or online gatherings often struggle if they don't facilitate connections among attendees, leading to missed opportunities for community bonding. By implementing strategies like regular live sessions, brands can transform employees into recognizable faces, deepening relationships with their audience. This approach not only builds community but also allows brands to learn personal stories about their customers, enhancing brand loyalty.
Leveraging Platforms and Influencers
It's crucial for brands to adapt to various platforms and understand the features that facilitate community interactions, particularly during crises like social media outages. Developing mailing lists, utilizing apps where data ownership is retained, and engaging in smaller, intimate groups can help maintain connections beyond traditional platforms. For instance, brands like Diary of a CEO have effectively used Telegram to foster intimate communication with their most committed followers. Collaborating with micro-influencers has also proven beneficial, as they can provide access to niche and engaged audiences, enhancing community connectivity.
The word community gets thrown around a lot in the social media world—but what does it actually mean? And more importantly, how do you create one that people truly care about?
In this LIVE recording of Creator Playbooks hosted by Frankly Speaking, I’m joined by Daisy Morris, Kira Matthews, and Beth Thomas - creators, thought leaders, and experts in building thriving online communities.
Together, we break down the strategies and mindset needed to foster genuine connections online, beyond just replying to comments or chasing followers.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:25 Power of Community in 2024
02:31 The Importance of Real Conversations
04:47 Hosting and Human Connection
06:07 Leveraging Live Sessions
07:18 Authenticity in Community Building
08:30 Navigating Social Media Outages
09:18 Diary of a CEO's Telegram Group
10:37 Strategies for Authentic Engagement
18:09 Collaborating with Influencers and Creators
21:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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