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There’s a lot that goes into community management. A community manager acts as the link between a brand and its customers- helping to build, grow, and manage their online communities. Community managers (CMs) are, in many cases, the voice of the brand. MORE
Something has been gnawing at me for a while, and after a great conversation over brunch with Ferg Devins today I’m feeling inspired to throw this out there. Communities in particular were by their nature filled with people who already have an affinity or interest in your product, right? MORE
As a community manager you have to think about how you can support them, find the answers they are looking for, and add value for the brand you represent. Personally my belief is community managers should focus on interactions and not the number of fans. MORE
The heart of digital and social marketing success is community. The true power comes in the form of community. Communities are not just born overnight via a fast “pop-up” Facebook group with an intent to pursuade people to buy from you. MORE
The Community Managers (CM). I’ll try to give you an introduction to the benefits of having a CM – and what you should look for in a Community Manager. The corner stones of community management. Getting a community involved and engaged needs a lot of planning. MORE
Become a Fearless Online Community Leader. What’s the difference between productive online conversations and angry online snipping matches? Online communities are powerhouses of collaboration that demand fearless leaders to succeed. By Bruce Fikowski. MORE
This post originally appeared on Online Community Results. SocialFish and OCR partner on many online community strategy and implementation projects – contact us if you need help with yours. ————— Are you thinking of hiring a community manager? MORE
The following post is part of the Mindjumpers Network series and written by our Community Manager, Sara Hansson. These local Facebook pages have grown at twice the rate of global communities and register 50% higher engagement. MORE
This post originally appeared on the Higher Logic blog , where I’m posting an ongoing series related to Millennials and online community. And don’t forget that Higher Logic clients can have access to our Essentials of Online Community Management program at a special discount. MORE
Communities have been around for centuries, however online communities have only been around for a few decades. According to Computerworld the first “online community” came about in 1973 when Talkomatic for the PLATO time-sharing system released a text-based group chat. MORE
Once upon a time I was an aspiring academic, doing field work in rural Greece and the US and publishing about communities that formed around ritual mourning and celebrations. I think this is why virtual communities resonated with me, in spite of my non-technical background. MORE
This post originally appeared on the Higher Logic blog , where I’m posting an ongoing series related to Millennials and online community. And don’t forget that Higher Logic clients can have access to our Essentials of Online Community Management program at a special discount. MORE
This post originally appeared on Online Community Results. We partner with OCR on many online community strategy and implementation projects – contact us if you need help with yours. Open spaces have the power to attract users and draw them deeper into the community. MORE
The heart of digital and social marketing success is community. The true power comes in the form of community. Communities are not just born overnight via a fast “pop-up” Facebook group with an intent to pursuade people to buy from you. MORE
This post originally appeared on Online Community Results. SocialFish and OCR partner on many online community strategy and implementation projects – contact us if you need help with yours. 1) Managing a community takes more time than you think. MORE
So, when I was asked to share what the future of community management would be like, at first it felt like an impossible task. This is a pivotal time in the discipline of community management, and many brands are asking these very questions. MORE
From the Community Roundtable comes the awesomest comprehensive report on communities. Those objective markers – developed in conjunction with members of TheCR Network – enable community teams to validate their approach and develop roadmaps. MORE
It’s definitely not the same as the person actually being there, but it offers more options for speakers, as an hour-log web conversation is a lot easier to work into a busy schedule than a 3-day trip across the country. community skype MORE
You may have created great content, and you may have a good distribution plan, but shares and engagement are unlikely to come unless you have also focused on community building. This means looking for the right places and conversations in which to participate (e.g. MORE
And that is why Milaap is hosting a global, round-the-clock digital conversation on sustainable giving today. Milaap4Hope: A Global Conversation on Sustainable Giving is a post from: Waxing UnLyrical. I know you’re expecting your Monday roundup today. Sorry! MORE
Social network Twitter has introduced a new feature: Private Conversations and it just might be a game changer. The group function lets users start conversations with their followers and all participants are not required to be following one another to take part. MORE
At this point in our customer journey, you have a grasp on awareness, we’ve covered consideration, and now we’re here at the moment of truth: conversion. Let’s dive a little deeper into what we learned about conversion content for the customer journey with client Discover Boating. MORE
Her new book is out and I asked her to share some thoughts about community building, a topic dear to our hearts. BUY THE BOOK – FIERCE LOYALTY: UNLOCKING THE DNA OF WILDLY SUCCESSFUL COMMUNITIES. We dictate the operations of the community. MORE
During the AllFacebook Marketing Conference , I was particularly excited about attending the Facebook Pages: Using Content & Conversation to Build Community session. However, I did come out of the session with some interesting opinions, statistics and tips for community managers. MORE
And of course I was excited to get a chance to talk about my favorite subject, online community, with my friend Josh Paul , in the session we presented yesterday, Using Online Community to Increase Member Retention. Two of these three can be addressed/alleviated with online community. MORE
People are forming real relationships on this platform—but managing all those relationships within a community of peers, employees, potential job applicants, and potential clients can be tricky and overwhelming. Personal and Professional Profiles: Why Both Make Up Your LinkedIn Community. MORE
Open Community is now on Audible! Just answer any of these questions: How has the growth of online community changed the way you work today? Is community management part of your job? How has community management changed other business processes at your org (e.g. MORE
Last week, Spin Sucks ran a guest post I authored on how Twitter chats can be a doorway to your community. It was catalyzed by a DM conversation with a friend who runs – or, at least, has been running – a well-regarded chat for its niche. MORE
Tweet Written by Nabanita Roy , who is a web enthusiast and blogger currently working as a Community Development Executive at forums.com. They want to converse, collaborate, engage and finally shape the idea. Every time you will find new markets, new conversion rates and so on. MORE
Spread the Word about Open Community. Do you believe in the concepts in our book, Open Community , as passionately as we do? Do you have an example of Open Community in action? Are you curious to see where the conversations around building community online go next? MORE
It’s simple – call a few people and have some in-depth, one-on-one conversations. LinkedIn posts go beyond job openings, to highlighting employees on the job and in the community. Your goal is to have a conversation, not an interrogation. A Little Bit of Conversation. MORE
Over the past two years, I have significantly grown my online community through the power of livestreaming and video content. In this article, I will share three specific ways that livestreaming has helped me grow my community. How is your video content serving your community? MORE
Are you an association/nonprofit community manager (or association exec with community management newly thrust upon you?). develop the skills to nurture (or troubleshoot) any online community. Here’s the program outline: WEEK 1: Planning for your community. MORE
How do organizations track the impact of their online communities? How do they link the community to competitive advantage? Communities are organizational orchestras, and marketing is the conductor. Align community with member retention programs. MORE
“Conversation.” Conversations, when initiated and managed well, can drive reputation, expand reach, and build brand loyalty. This week’s roundup features seven posts from around the web that focus on conversations. Exercises for Writing Conversationally. MORE
Without trust there is no “real” community. Community at work… Image Credit: STAN HONDA – AFP/Getty Images . Community is an over-used word these days. Perhaps, it’s more accurate to say that there is a community continuum. MORE
When it comes to brands leading and participating in conversations in social spaces, a clearly defined voice can be an important differentiator. This begs the question: why would you make a long-term investment in other areas of community building, but take a chance on the voice aspect? MORE
I provide you some solid examples, recommendations and supporting free tools for how you can activate your audience with content, value and community building. Why you must plan your conversion funnel, hope is not a strategy. MORE
Are you an association/nonprofit community manager (or association exec with community management newly thrust upon you?). develop the skills to nurture (or troubleshoot) any online community. Here’s the program outline: WEEK 1: Planning for your community. MORE
Or maybe you are trying to stomp those random acts of marketing, yet you just haven't cracked that conversion nut? Another day of amazing content creation. You create yet another epic piece of content. You publish yet another epic piece of content. MORE
about what the difference is between “community manager&# and “social media manager?&# I know I am – and I am both a community manager and a social media manager! My title is “online community & social media manager.&# Guest post by Maggie McGary. MORE
Waxing UnLyrical
APRIL 4, 2019
Communities have been around for centuries, however online communities have only been around for a few decades. According to Computerworld the first “online community” came about in 1973 when Talkomatic for the PLATO time-sharing system released a text-based group chat.
Sherrilynne Starkie
MARCH 14, 2015
Social network Twitter has introduced a new feature: Private Conversations and it just might be a game changer. The group function lets users start conversations with their followers and all participants are not required to be following one another to take part.
Waxing UnLyrical
JUNE 2, 2014
“Conversation.” Conversations, when initiated and managed well, can drive reputation, expand reach, and build brand loyalty. This week’s roundup features seven posts from around the web that focus on conversations. Exercises for Writing Conversationally.
Firebelly
OCTOBER 14, 2011
Without trust there is no “real” community. Community at work… Image Credit: STAN HONDA – AFP/Getty Images . Community is an over-used word these days. Perhaps, it’s more accurate to say that there is a community continuum.
Waxing UnLyrical
APRIL 18, 2019
Over the past two years, I have significantly grown my online community through the power of livestreaming and video content. In this article, I will share three specific ways that livestreaming has helped me grow my community. How is your video content serving your community?
Ignite Social Media
OCTOBER 30, 2018
There’s a lot that goes into community management. A community manager acts as the link between a brand and its customers- helping to build, grow, and manage their online communities. Community managers (CMs) are, in many cases, the voice of the brand.
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Are you an association/nonprofit community manager (or association exec with community management newly thrust upon you?). develop the skills to nurture (or troubleshoot) any online community. Here’s the program outline: WEEK 1: Planning for your community.
agora pulse
AUGUST 22, 2019
People are forming real relationships on this platform—but managing all those relationships within a community of peers, employees, potential job applicants, and potential clients can be tricky and overwhelming. Personal and Professional Profiles: Why Both Make Up Your LinkedIn Community.
Firebelly
FEBRUARY 3, 2011
When it comes to brands leading and participating in conversations in social spaces, a clearly defined voice can be an important differentiator. This begs the question: why would you make a long-term investment in other areas of community building, but take a chance on the voice aspect?
SocialFish
APRIL 30, 2014
From the Community Roundtable comes the awesomest comprehensive report on communities. Those objective markers – developed in conjunction with members of TheCR Network – enable community teams to validate their approach and develop roadmaps.
Mindjumpers
NOVEMBER 22, 2012
The Community Managers (CM). I’ll try to give you an introduction to the benefits of having a CM – and what you should look for in a Community Manager. The corner stones of community management. Getting a community involved and engaged needs a lot of planning.
Waxing UnLyrical
JUNE 16, 2014
And that is why Milaap is hosting a global, round-the-clock digital conversation on sustainable giving today. Milaap4Hope: A Global Conversation on Sustainable Giving is a post from: Waxing UnLyrical. I know you’re expecting your Monday roundup today. Sorry!
Ignite Social Media
MAY 27, 2016
So, when I was asked to share what the future of community management would be like, at first it felt like an impossible task. This is a pivotal time in the discipline of community management, and many brands are asking these very questions.
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 22, 2012
Once upon a time I was an aspiring academic, doing field work in rural Greece and the US and publishing about communities that formed around ritual mourning and celebrations. I think this is why virtual communities resonated with me, in spite of my non-technical background.
Firebelly
OCTOBER 11, 2013
As a community manager you have to think about how you can support them, find the answers they are looking for, and add value for the brand you represent. Personally my belief is community managers should focus on interactions and not the number of fans.
SocialFish
MARCH 6, 2017
How do organizations track the impact of their online communities? How do they link the community to competitive advantage? Communities are organizational orchestras, and marketing is the conductor. Align community with member retention programs.
Mindjumpers
FEBRUARY 8, 2011
Tweet Written by Nabanita Roy , who is a web enthusiast and blogger currently working as a Community Development Executive at forums.com. They want to converse, collaborate, engage and finally shape the idea. Every time you will find new markets, new conversion rates and so on.
SocialFish
OCTOBER 4, 2012
Her new book is out and I asked her to share some thoughts about community building, a topic dear to our hearts. BUY THE BOOK – FIERCE LOYALTY: UNLOCKING THE DNA OF WILDLY SUCCESSFUL COMMUNITIES. We dictate the operations of the community.
Pam Moore
APRIL 1, 2019
I provide you some solid examples, recommendations and supporting free tools for how you can activate your audience with content, value and community building. Why you must plan your conversion funnel, hope is not a strategy.
SocialFish
JUNE 21, 2015
This post originally appeared on the Higher Logic blog , where I’m posting an ongoing series related to Millennials and online community. And don’t forget that Higher Logic clients can have access to our Essentials of Online Community Management program at a special discount.
Waxing UnLyrical
OCTOBER 26, 2016
It’s simple – call a few people and have some in-depth, one-on-one conversations. LinkedIn posts go beyond job openings, to highlighting employees on the job and in the community. Your goal is to have a conversation, not an interrogation. A Little Bit of Conversation.
SocialFish
MARCH 24, 2014
And of course I was excited to get a chance to talk about my favorite subject, online community, with my friend Josh Paul , in the session we presented yesterday, Using Online Community to Increase Member Retention. Two of these three can be addressed/alleviated with online community.
SocialFish
JUNE 19, 2013
Open Community is now on Audible! Just answer any of these questions: How has the growth of online community changed the way you work today? Is community management part of your job? How has community management changed other business processes at your org (e.g.
Firebelly
SEPTEMBER 28, 2011
It’s definitely not the same as the person actually being there, but it offers more options for speakers, as an hour-log web conversation is a lot easier to work into a busy schedule than a 3-day trip across the country. community skype
Ignite Social Media
APRIL 18, 2019
At this point in our customer journey, you have a grasp on awareness, we’ve covered consideration, and now we’re here at the moment of truth: conversion. Let’s dive a little deeper into what we learned about conversion content for the customer journey with client Discover Boating.
The Realtime Report
JANUARY 29, 2019
Become a Fearless Online Community Leader. What’s the difference between productive online conversations and angry online snipping matches? Online communities are powerhouses of collaboration that demand fearless leaders to succeed. By Bruce Fikowski.
Mindjumpers
SEPTEMBER 14, 2012
The following post is part of the Mindjumpers Network series and written by our Community Manager, Sara Hansson. These local Facebook pages have grown at twice the rate of global communities and register 50% higher engagement.
SocialFish
APRIL 29, 2015
This post originally appeared on Online Community Results. SocialFish and OCR partner on many online community strategy and implementation projects – contact us if you need help with yours. ————— Are you thinking of hiring a community manager?
Waxing UnLyrical
JUNE 3, 2011
about what the difference is between “community manager&# and “social media manager?&# I know I am – and I am both a community manager and a social media manager! My title is “online community & social media manager.&# Guest post by Maggie McGary.
SocialFish
DECEMBER 14, 2012
Are you an association/nonprofit community manager (or association exec with community management newly thrust upon you?). develop the skills to nurture (or troubleshoot) any online community. Here’s the program outline: WEEK 1: Planning for your community.
SocialFish
MAY 18, 2015
This post originally appeared on the Higher Logic blog , where I’m posting an ongoing series related to Millennials and online community. And don’t forget that Higher Logic clients can have access to our Essentials of Online Community Management program at a special discount.
Pam Moore
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
The heart of digital and social marketing success is community. The true power comes in the form of community. Communities are not just born overnight via a fast “pop-up” Facebook group with an intent to pursuade people to buy from you.
Pam Moore
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
The heart of digital and social marketing success is community. The true power comes in the form of community. Communities are not just born overnight via a fast “pop-up” Facebook group with an intent to pursuade people to buy from you.
SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
This post originally appeared on Online Community Results. We partner with OCR on many online community strategy and implementation projects – contact us if you need help with yours. Open spaces have the power to attract users and draw them deeper into the community.
Dave Fleet
MARCH 1, 2014
Something has been gnawing at me for a while, and after a great conversation over brunch with Ferg Devins today I’m feeling inspired to throw this out there. Communities in particular were by their nature filled with people who already have an affinity or interest in your product, right?
SocialFish
JULY 24, 2015
This post originally appeared on Online Community Results. SocialFish and OCR partner on many online community strategy and implementation projects – contact us if you need help with yours. 1) Managing a community takes more time than you think.
Waxing UnLyrical
APRIL 17, 2015
You may have created great content, and you may have a good distribution plan, but shares and engagement are unlikely to come unless you have also focused on community building. This means looking for the right places and conversations in which to participate (e.g.
SocialFish
NOVEMBER 9, 2010
Spread the Word about Open Community. Do you believe in the concepts in our book, Open Community , as passionately as we do? Do you have an example of Open Community in action? Are you curious to see where the conversations around building community online go next?
Waxing UnLyrical
NOVEMBER 16, 2011
Last week, Spin Sucks ran a guest post I authored on how Twitter chats can be a doorway to your community. It was catalyzed by a DM conversation with a friend who runs – or, at least, has been running – a well-regarded chat for its niche.
Pam Moore
SEPTEMBER 18, 2017
Or maybe you are trying to stomp those random acts of marketing, yet you just haven't cracked that conversion nut? Another day of amazing content creation. You create yet another epic piece of content. You publish yet another epic piece of content.
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