Dear Bri: Community Strategy, Fiascos, and Drama How do I stop being the main source of value in my community without letting it fall apart? With Pia Silva, founder of No BS Agency Mastery
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Jul 8, 2025 
In this discussion, Pia Silva, founder of No BS Agency Mastery, shares her expertise on building vibrant, self-sustaining communities. She reveals strategies for transitioning community platforms and developing member leaders, moving away from individual dependency. Listeners gain insights on establishing clear communication, addressing leadership challenges, and maintaining a sense of intimacy even as the community scales. Pia also emphasizes the importance of honesty and the power of accountability in fostering collaboration.
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Reset Engagement During Migration
- Transitioning platforms offers a chance to reset community engagement expectations.
- Use challenges and prizes to incentivize members to post and interact after migration.
Develop Leaders Early
- Anoint star students as coaches early for leadership development.
- Gradually transfer member dependency from founder to coaches to build community independence.
Compensate Leaders Well
- Compensate community leaders with a mix of perks and monthly pay.
- Include benefits like ongoing training, exclusive access, retreats, and $500–$1000/month stipends.
