Imagine
How do you build and grow a thriving learning community?
Building and growing a thriving learning community is an art and a science. It's a blend of meaningful connections, curated content, and purposeful experiences.
As you embark on this journey, remember that every community is unique, as are the members within it. Your role as a community builder is to create the conditions for transformation and ensure every member of your community feels valued, heard, and enriched by their learning journey.
The Learning Community Flywheel
Discover
Use tailored onboarding and assessments to understand members' needs and goals. Leverage these insights to design personalized learning experiences that resonate with your community.
Examples
- Onboarding survey
- Knowledge assessment
- Continuous data collection
Create
Based on member insights, design engaging and personalized learning programs. Regularly adjust your offerings to remain relevant and responsive to members' evolving needs.
Examples
- Async prompts (i.e. question of the day)
- Learning products
- Events and rituals
Engage
Encourage active participation by creating engaging and collaborative experiences. Support growth, recognize progress, and foster a sense of belonging within your community.
Examples
- Opportunities to give and receive
- Relevant introductions and peer groups
- Celebrating achievements
Grow
Deliver on your promise of transformation. Amplify member engagement by facilitating easy sharing of learnings and experiences. Create leadership opportunities to cultivate sustainable growth within your community.
Examples
- Personalized social assets
- Elevated status
- Referral incentives
Seth Godin
altMBA