#community-building

#community-building

I have a post on LinkedIn with a step-by-step process to do that, that we can link to in the notes. Become a member and engage and learn. So this is a super important part when you join a community. You are here to help. So do not sell. If that is one thing you take away from this, it is do not go into a community that is not yours with the intention of selling.

But it was in the principal's office that I met the school counselor who changed my life-because among her various interventions on my behalf, she invited me to join a weekly "rap group" made up of fellow students who met in her office, under her direction, to talk about our lives and study our own behavior. It was an invitation I jumped at because I knew a lifeline when I was being thrown one.

"It just brings people together," says Hall. "They talk before class, hang around afterward, maybe even have a glass of wine. You get to know people in a way you wouldn't otherwise."

Three years ago, I flopped down on my couch, exhausted from a weekend of pottery classes, art exhibitions, and Bumble BFF meet-ups - all activities I undertook to "put myself out there" and create new friendships while living in Burlington, Vermont. The only thing I created, however, was a growing sense of frustration. After a stint in Brooklyn, I'd chosen to relocate to Burlington.

GAIA is transforming the legal industry through AI, streamlining legal work, and supporting legal professionals in achieving enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.

For Britni Tantalo, President of NYCRA, this soiree represents more than just a partyit's a powerful platform for visibility and validation. Being president allows me to represent women and women minorities in this space, to advocate as an invested stakeholder, and to support the community of retail. It's about ensuring that the people on the groundthose building the backbone of our industryare seen, heard, and valued.

"To combat the housing crisis, every piece of underutilized city land must be unlocked to provide safe and healthy affordable housing," said Deputy Mayor Adolfo Carrion Jr.

Webley founded The Expats Club to connect with others in Kuala Lumpur. His casual dinner meetups evolved into a thriving community, fostering friendships.

Summer hosting is defined by informal gatherings, eschewing elaborate decorations and multiple courses for more casual interactions. Hosting becomes a love language, emphasizing meaningful connections.

Intergenerational living presents a scalable and emotionally sustainable alternative. This model represents a necessary evolution in housing: one that is inclusive, emotionally aware, and economically sound.

Francisco Vidal, executive director of Sojourn House, stated that the tournament 'uses soccer as a tool to build community and promote healthy lifestyles.' Participating in the matches also helps improve players' mental and physical health.

In this year alone, we witnessed an unprecedented wave of disruption across social media platforms, impacting how individuals and organizations communicate securely.

In 2019, Sarah Leary stepped away from Nextdoor but returned to help usher in a new era for the neighborhood social networking platform, now valued at $247 million.

World of Darkness has been my creative north star since the '90s, and I've seen firsthand how these games create communities and inspire storytellers.

The Belonging Resident Company presents a workshop that centers on collaboration, creativity, embodied storytelling, and joy to co-create strategies for addressing climate change.

Billy Jones, cofounder of Baby's All Right, transformed the New York indie music scene through intimate venues, showcasing unheralded talent and fostering community connections.

"The first year [of the It Galz podcast], actually I think I exactly matched my wage. So, I was like, OK, if I just kept doing this, I'm still making a pretty good wage. And then the next year I think we doubled that."

Ellen Chisa, partner at Boldstart Ventures, brings exceptional expertise in early-stage enterprise startup investment, ensuring founders receive the guidance they need from day one.

Social platform startup 222 uses AI to engineer chance encounters among members to combat social isolation, leveraging machine learning to connect people meaningfully.

Together, the two have created a collaboration that serves as a cultural conduit. It's about more than just limited-edition gear - it's about capturing the soul of a scene and amplifying voices often overlooked in global conversations.

Creativity is not exclusive to artists; it thrives in everyday acts marked by necessity and emotional stakes, providing resilience and connectivity.

69% of consumers say being part of a community makes them more likely to buy from a brand more often.

Bonfire Social aims to empower communities by providing them with control and flexibility in governance and features, away from corporate influence.

The Bran Trip allowed fans to experience a lavish influencer-like weekend, highlighting the changing nature of influencer-fan interactions towards more community-building events.

Many campuses now offer vibrant, bicycle-centered spaces that build community while encouraging students to get out and ride, forging new friendships amid cultural divides.

Gymshark's transformation from serving customers to nurturing a community began during a crisis, revealing the brand's strength and the importance of belonging.

Parks are open to everyone, except during festivals, and they're essential for building community through egalitarian access. Events companies often exploit these spaces, causing long-term damage.

Call them coffee raves, coffee parties or simply DJ sets, there's an international trend happening in coffee shop culture that involves packed rooms, fat bass and drinks aplenty.

The proposed budget cuts by the Trump administration could eliminate $900 million for national park operations, severely impacting the management and accessibility of public lands.

"We are in a war with fascism... either you want to fight or you want to win. And people in this room, we want to fucking win."

I've lived abroad since 2018, traveling solo through 10 countries with an overstuffed backpack and a duffel bag of prized possessions.

Creating a strong community around your brand ensures customer loyalty and engagement, an essential aspect for both B2B and B2C businesses.

Our house is 100 feet from the river. We were flooded. Six months after the storm, my farm near the Swannanoa River was still three feet of sand dunes.

CORY DOCTOROW: My father was a computer scientist so we grew up with computers in the house. Our first "computer" was a Cardiac cardboard computer that required a human to move little tokens around in slots.