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Online learning
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

I earned my master's from Full Sail University. I thought the online program would be easy, but then I got pregnant.

A fully online master's provided necessary flexibility but demanded proactive community-building and rigorous time-management, especially while navigating pregnancy and parenting responsibilities.
Marketing
fromWWD
5 days ago

How Brands Can Turn Consumers Into Community

Cultivating deeply engaged, loyal communities creates sustainable brand value beyond viral reach and fosters customers who publicly display brand affinity.
Digital life
fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago

I've lasted 15 years as a digital nomad. A different approach to travel made it possible.

Slowing travel and staying months in one place reduces stress, prevents loneliness, and makes long-term digital nomad life more sustainable.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Is Neighborliness the Antidote for Divisiveness?

Building neighborly relationships—rapport, shared interests, and mutual aid without political debate—reduces divisiveness and prevents escalation to hostility.
Fashion & style
fromKqed
6 days ago

Need a Gorgeous Diwali Outfit? Nimisha Aunty Will Take Care of You | KQED

Nimisha Jadav runs a home-based Indian clothing boutique in Morgan Hill that preserves cultural traditions and builds social support for South Asian immigrant women.
#social-media-marketing
Environment
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

The Walrus Talks at Home: Place and Belonging | The Walrus

Well-designed physical and digital third spaces foster belonging, strengthen social fabric, and require inclusive, accessible investment and stewardship to serve communities across generations.
Marketing
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

6 strategies that transform companies from brands into cultural forces

Brands build cultural power by being irreplaceable, activating shared values, creating movements, and cultivating devoted communities instead of merely buying attention.
Books
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

A guide to some of Boston's unique book clubs

Boston area residents form diverse niche book clubs that foster friendships, cross-generational connections, and expressive, themed social experiences.
New York City
fromEater
3 weeks ago

Paola Velez and Nicholas Heller Find Kinship in Community

Two New Yorkers—pastry chef Paola Velez and documentarian Nicolas Heller—use community-building and social media to connect people and support causes.
Food & drink
fromDaily News
1 month ago

From Laguna Niguel to Montreal: An OC-raised scholar's new book delves into queer food

Queer food centers who makes food and how food builds community and resists oppression, exemplified by nutrient-rich and cannabis-infused recipes during the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
fromVogue Business
1 month ago

What does community mean in 2025?

The way I think about community, I try to look at it through the lens of what would I be interested in, what do I want to attend?
Marketing
Social media marketing
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Judge of the Day: Inessa Createssa says true influence is built on real connection

AI should augment human creativity while brands prioritize meaningful, purpose-driven engagement and intimate communities instead of chasing trends and constant posting.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 month ago

15 Marketing Functions To Be Cautious About Automating

Overreliance on marketing automation and AI can harm strategy, trust, and customer experience without human oversight and contextual judgment.
Arts
fromObserver
1 month ago

LATITUDE Gallery Finds a New Space for Its Community-Driven Model

LATITUDE Gallery cultivated visibility and career opportunities for Asian diaspora and immigrant artists while supporting young art professionals through internships and careful financial stewardship.
UX design
fromLogRocket Blog
1 month ago

Paid research participant recruitment is dead. What should you do instead? - LogRocket Blog

Recruiting quality UX research participants is challenging; building a community, using dedicated tools, or alternative methods each offer trade-offs between cost, time, and reach.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Digital Tools Are Fueling the Rise of New "Time Exchange" Solidarity Economies

Younger immigrant members of the time bank often offer assistance with household tasks, like carrying heavy things up the stairs. She recalled a story of members rallying to help a woman in her 50s who had to leave her home on short notice. They moved boxes, painted walls and stripped floors to make her fixer-upper livable. In return, Albright said, immigrants often request help with navigating challenging systems, like health care appointments.
Non-profit organizations
#brand-loyalty
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Marketing

Why Every Entrepreneur Needs Raving Fans (and 3 Steps to Build Them) | Entrepreneur

Building a raving-fan community drives growth by creating defenders, promoters, and ambassadors who turn buyers into loyal advocates.
fromHubspot
6 months ago
Growth hacking

Turn customers into community members - how community transformed the Gymshark experience

Community provides emotional connections that enhance customer loyalty and brand advocacy.
fromHubspot
6 months ago
Growth hacking

Turn customers into community members - how community transformed the Gymshark experience

#creator-economy
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Secrets of Family Style Food Festival's Success | Entrepreneur

Treat vendors as headliners, standardize communication and storytelling, obsess over operational details, and grow audiences by finding crossover communities.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

'We Live the Brand': Why Mark Wahlberg and Harry Arnett Built a Company That Embodies Relentless Ambition | Entrepreneur

"When Mark and I first discussed starting a brand, it wasn't about the products," Arnett tells Entrepreneur. "It was about how we could equip modern consumers with what they need to achieve their goals."
Venture
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

The purest queer joy: 50+ pics from LGBTQ+ adult summer camp

Camp Camp provides queer adults a weeklong, community-focused summer-camp experience in rural Maine centered on outdoor activities, nightly socials, and lasting friendships.
Growth hacking
fromForbes
1 month ago

16 Smarter Strategies For Generating Leads In A Tough Economy

Build brand influence and generate leads by serving and engaging community, collaborating with like-minded companies, and using creative, low-cost marketing strategies.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mythmatch taking on ancient Greek tech bros to rebuild a broken world

MythMatch is a cute, community-focused puzzle/social-sim where players as Artemis challenge institutional sexism and capitalism by merging items and building progressive communities.
fromMoz
1 month ago

Ways Community Can Help Your SEO

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.
Marketing
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Fast Friends: How to Create Genuine Intimacy Quickly

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.
Relationships
fromYoga Journal
1 month ago

This 71-Year-Old Yoga Teacher Turned Her Driveway Into a Yoga Studio

"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."
Wellness
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved to a city I'd only ever visited to be closer to my childhood friends. My life improved in ways I didn't expect.

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.
Relationships
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

A creative's guide to community-building

Community-centered brand purpose and nurtured creative communities foster belonging, unity, and cultural impact by valuing diverse lived experiences and individual creative voices.
#friendship
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
2 months ago

Job Vacancy: Founders Associate - Growth (m/w/d) // GAIA | Marketing & Communications, Sales Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

GAIA is transforming the legal industry through AI, streamlining legal work, and supporting legal professionals in achieving enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
Tech industry
Podcast
fromLindsey Gamble
2 months ago

FlightStory CEO Georgie Holt Interview - Lindsey Gamble

FlightStory emerged from a collaboration initiated through LinkedIn, focusing on creator entrepreneurship and a data-driven media strategy.
New York Giants
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Newyorkgiantsfangirl uses passionate Instagram account to galvanize Giants community | amNewYork

Adrianna Iafolla created the newyorkgiantsfangirl Instagram account to unify New York Giants fans and streamline team updates.
Education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

It's back to school in Berkeley and families have a lot on their minds

Berkeley Unified welcomes over 9,000 students and 800 teachers back for a new academic year full of excitement and learning.
fromstupiddope.com
2 months ago

Women at the Forefront: NYCRA's Third Annual Women's Soiree Honors Cannabis Trailblazers

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.
Cannabis
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Plans for new development in Boerum Hill include affordable housing and community building * Brooklyn Paper

"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.
Brooklyn
fromAol
2 months ago

I moved to Malaysia in my 30s and struggled to make friends, so I started a club to make the community I needed

Webley founded The Expats Club to connect with others in Kuala Lumpur. His casual dinner meetups evolved into a thriving community, fostering friendships.
Miscellaneous
History
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Plan Marta': The journey of 815 young women sent to Australia by Francoist Spain

Spanish women, recruited as domestic workers, established community and cultural centers in Australia, maintaining ties to their heritage over decades.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Summer hosting: everything you need for a dinner, a girls' trip or a kids' party

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.
Food & drink
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Bridging the gap: How intergenerational living is combating senior isolation and the housing crisis

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.
Relationships
Mindfulness
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Harvard appoints inaugural director of interfaith engagement - Harvard Gazette

Harvard establishes a new director of interfaith engagement to enhance religious literacy and foster dialogue among diverse faith and non-faith communities.
Online marketing
fromHubspot
2 months ago

How I grew my Substack by 7,000% in less than 3 years without burning out

Substack empowers creators to pursue personal interests and build connections with readers.
Mobile UX
fromMedium
2 months ago

Our new team review process and principles at Booking.com

A redesigned review ritual for the FinTech UX team at Booking.com enhances collaboration and engagement among team members.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

How She Created a Community-Focused Dance Studio | Entrepreneur

I was determined to create an experience that inspired confidence and built community - the two very important things that I was looking for in that experience. So I just started teaching my own classes.
Women
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario refugee agencies host soccer tournament to build community and friendship | CBC News

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.
Canada news
fromTechdirt
3 months ago

We Deserve Better: A New Social Media Bill of Rights

In this year alone, we witnessed an unprecedented wave of disruption across social media platforms, impacting how individuals and organizations communicate securely.
Social media marketing
Marketing
fromFast Company
3 months ago

There's a formula to loyalty-super-fandoms have mastered it

Building super-fandom is a science with a proven formula for brands to create lasting loyalty.
E-Commerce
fromAol
3 months ago

The Million Dollar Sellers: A Peek Inside Amazon's Most Exclusive Community

Selling on Amazon is accessible but achieving seven-figure success is challenging.
fromFortune
3 months ago

Why the cofounder of Nextdoor came back after five years of investing in startups

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.
Women
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Jodi Windvogel's Life Under Occupation: inside Cissie Gool House and Cape Town's housing crisis in pictures

Residents of Cissie Gool House engage in mutual care and community building under precarious housing conditions, framing their existence as urban resistance and survival.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I host group trips for solo travelers as a side hustle. It helps me fund my own travel and make friends from all over.

Meredith Pierce organizes group trips to unique destinations, primarily for solo female travelers, leveraging her marketing background and TikTok content.
Coffee
fromDaily Coffee News by Roast Magazine
3 months ago

Major New Barista Event Level Up to Debut in Minneapolis This Fall

A new non-competitive barista event called Level Up will be held in Minneapolis from September 27-29, focusing on professional development and community building.
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Ex-D&D and Magic: The Gathering VP takes over Vampire: The Masquerade as creative director

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.
Games
fromFuncheap
3 months ago

Free "Rising Seas" Dance + Theater Climate Workshop (Alameda)

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

Mac DeMarco, Heems and Other New York Luminaries Remember Late Baby's All Right Cofounder Billy Jones: "He Was The Wheels On The Bus"

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.
London music
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Money Talks: Jenny Claffey - 'Affording something doesn't mean you have the money in your bank account'

"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."
Podcast
London music
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

Mercury Music Picks: Bijoux Cone Reunites The Mommies, Wu-Tang Brings Da Ruckus!

Homie Fest VI fostered an incredible sense of community through music, enabling deep connections among attendees.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

TechCrunch All Stage 2025 welcomes Boldstart partner Ellen Chisa to talk early-stage enterprise bets | TechCrunch

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.
Startup companies
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Brooklyn Rapper, Kota the Friend Drops 'No Rap on Sunday' at Midnight Friday

Kota the Friend's album "No Rap on Sunday" focuses on real-life connections and community engagement instead of just performance.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This AI-powered social app aims to end loneliness-by 'engineering chance'

Social platform startup 222 uses AI to engineer chance encounters among members to combat social isolation, leveraging machine learning to connect people meaningfully.
Social media marketing
fromDefector
3 months ago

Chloe Dzubilo And The Perilous Path Forward For Trans Life | Defector

Chloe Dzubilo's life was marked by resilience and art, challenging societal norms for trans individuals, demonstrating the importance of survival and community in the face of adversity.
NYC LGBT
Beer
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Pub crawls boost happiness and trigger a sense of exploration

Pub crawls enhance happiness and social connection, promoting community and exploration.
They offer a unique mix of excitement, novelty, and shared experiences.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

Carhartt WIP and The Salvages Unite for a Subcultural Celebration in Singapore | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

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.
Fashion & style
Board games
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Sealed, sold, delivered: How blind boxes like Labubu became a viral obsession | CBC Radio

Labubu blind boxes transform toy shopping into a community-driven game of chance, fueling excitement and connection among collectors.
Paris food
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I'm an American who moved to Paris for love. It took 5 years of hard work to make it really feel like home.

Adjusting to life in Paris required resilience and patience, especially in finding work and community.
Growth hacking
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

A Group of Students Are Revolutionizing the Way You Discover What to Watch, Read, and Listen | HackerNoon

RecomendeMe transforms content discovery by emphasizing human connections over algorithms.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Hidden Superpower of Making Something Out of Nothing

Creativity is not exclusive to artists; it thrives in everyday acts marked by necessity and emotional stakes, providing resilience and connectivity.
Everyday cooking
fromAllyogatraining
4 months ago

5 Ways to Build a Close-Knit and Engaged Yoga Community

69% of consumers say being part of a community makes them more likely to buy from a brand more often.
Online Community Development
#food-trucks
Social media marketing
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Here are three new apps building out the open social web

Bonfire Social and Channel.org are advancing decentralized social networks through unique community frameworks and content curation tools.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Bonfire's new software lets users build their own social communities, free from platform control | TechCrunch

Bonfire Social empowers communities with control, customization, and an open-source model, distancing them from corporate tech influences.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
4 months ago

'I want to take you to a workout class': Influencers are turning brand trips into exclusive real-life fan experiences

Influencers are creating community-building experiences for their followers through personalized trips and meetups.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Campus Bike Programs Are The Next Big Student Movement - Streetsblog USA

Bicycle-centered spaces on college campuses promote community building and social interactions among students.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

Step, Stomp and Celebrate This Juneteenth in Downtown Brooklyn

651 ARTS celebrates Juneteenth with a focus on community and resilience through arts, honoring Black culture and combating funding challenges.
NYC LGBT
fromsilive
4 months ago

Not your average dance party: Staten Island hosts 'Anti-Prom'

Anti-Prom offers an inclusive celebration for teens, promoting self-expression and community in a safe environment.
Women in technology
fromwww.npr.org
7 years ago

One Woman's Facebook Success Story: A Support Group For 1.7 Million

Lola Omolola's FIN group has become a vital support network for women globally, stemming from her response to a tragic event in Nigeria.
NYC LGBT
fromWIRED
4 months ago

Trump's Administration Wants to Erase Queer History. An Unconventional Book Club Is Fighting Back

Queer history embodies resistance and community-building rather than adhering strictly to traditional narratives.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

A Brooklyn Fitness Club Mixes Running With Afro-Caribbean Culture

Peak and Pace connects communities through running and social events, supporting mental and physical well-being in Brooklyn.
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