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Today's podcast features the amazing Catherine Litvaitis who helps breakdown the importance of community guidelines, the role of a community manager, and the evolution of online communities. Listen for our Key Takeaways! -Role of a Community Manager -Importance of Community Guidelines -Evolution of Online Communities -Tools and Best Practices -Challenges in Community Management Links Below!

🎙️Have you listened to our latest Community Unlocked episode? Excited to share our 9th😱 episode featuring Mila Jovićević , Scaleup Community Programmes Lead at Techleap as she shares invaluable insights on community building and growth strategies. Here's a snapshot of what we covered: 💡The Power of Intrinsic Motivation: intrinsic motivation is crucial for community growth and engagement. 💡Aligning Community with Business Goals: importance of integrating community efforts into your company’s overall strategy and aligning them with key objectives. 💡Empathy and Communication: Discover how empathy drives effective community management and the significance of clear communication within teams. 💡Creating Meaningful Connections: impact of fostering meaningful connections within communities and the role of in-person interactions. 💡Future Outlook: Get insights into the future of community building, emphasising the importance of personalized, high-quality interactions and the balance between online and offline engagements. 💕 Your support means a lot to us. Elena and I invite you to subscribe, join the conversation, and help us continue this important discussion🚀 All links in the comments 💫 #CommunityUnlocked #CommunityBuilding #TechLeadership #Podcast #scaleups #founders

Season 5 of the Building Ideas Podcast Starts Today! We’re thrilled to launch the first episode of 2025 with Sean McGrory, Board President of Wasson Way and founding member of the CROWN Collaborative—a groundbreaking vision for Cincinnati’s first-ever urban trail loop. In this episode, Sean discusses how the CROWN project will reshape the city by connecting 356,000 people across 54 communities to essential destinations, from parks to schools to employment hubs. This 34-mile multi-use trail isn’t just a path—it’s the future of urban mobility and connectivity. Tune in at 2 PM today and hear how innovation is paving the way for a more connected, sustainable, and vibrant Cincinnati. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gjJZnPdF #BuildingIdeas #InnovativeDesign #UrbanInnovation #CincinnatiTrails #CROWNProject #BuildingIdeas #Season5 #ForwardThinking #MSADesign

On this week’s #TakeItToTheBoard podcast—a deep dive into a hot-button issue for community associations: rentals. How can boards balance owners' lease rights with fostering a connected and stable resident population? Join host Donna DiMaggio Berger and Becker’s David Muller as they tackle the challenges and solutions to this complex topic. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gPhSRfJb #Podcast #Becker #CommunityAssociations #NeighborhoodHarmony

BerryDunn's Lakita Frazier, CPRP and Lisa Paradis discuss the importance of using #parksandrecreation to foster a sense of belonging in communities throughout the country in the latest episode of Let's Talk Parks #podcast. Learn more. https://lnkd.in/ge2aZTZR

How can local councils truly represent EVERYONE in their community? 🤔 Last week’s episode of Tech Can't Save Us featured Nana Parry, co-founder of Cluso, who shares how voice-enabled tech is helping councils hear from all residents — especially in areas where non-native speakers outnumber native ones. It’s not just about collecting data — it’s about understanding people’s cultural backgrounds, aligning council priorities with what communities actually need, and spending money where it matters most. 💸 This is about creating a future where everyone’s voice is heard and councils can make smarter decisions to avoid big budget deficits. Tune in to hear how Cluso is making local government more inclusive and impactful. 🏙️✨ https://bit.ly/3CgSiO7 #communityvoices #localgovernment #inclusivetech #podcast #techcantsaveus

I'm here at the Kanawha County Public Library, recording another episode of the Kanawha Valley Hustlers podcast. Today, I'm chatting with Erin Noon, the Communications and Events Coordinator for the Charleston Area Alliance. She's got her finger on the pulse of our community, overseeing various economic and community development organizations. It's always enlightening to speak with someone so deeply involved in our local scene.   As we dive into the conversation, I'm eager to glean insights on how businesses can seize the energy of spring for growth and innovation. Erin emphasizes the importance of making connections, especially with emerging individuals and ventures in the community. It's about reaching out, introducing yourself, and nurturing those relationships because you never know where they might lead.   Moving on, we discuss the critical task of understanding your target market and tailoring your offerings to meet their specific needs. Erin stresses the significance of strong communication and listening to your audience. Marketing isn't just about broadcasting; it's about actively engaging and responding to the needs of your customers.   In our diverse and evolving market, meeting prospects where they are in their buyer's journey is essential. We touch upon the challenge of navigating the different communication styles of traditional businesses and innovative startups. It's all about flexibility and finding multiple channels to connect with people.   I'm particularly intrigued by Erin's approach to ensuring customer delight at every stage of their journey, considering the unique cultural aspects of West Virginia. She emphasizes the use of various communication channels, from social media to traditional media outlets and events like ribbon cuttings. The key is to adapt and explore different avenues to engage with your audience effectively.   Wrapping up our conversation, we reflect on the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in today's dynamic world. Erin highlights the need for flexibility and openness to change, emphasizing the risk of staying rigid in a rapidly evolving landscape.   As we conclude, Erin expresses her appreciation for the podcast's role in bringing the community together—a sentiment I wholeheartedly appreciate. It's conversations like these that fuel innovation and collaboration in our region.

Here’s how she boosts local engagement. Step 1: Identify key community needs. Step 2: Create engaging events. Step 3: Promote through local media. Step 4: Foster ongoing involvement. Takeaway: Empowering communities starts with understanding and action. Follow us on social media for the latest podcast episodes and community updates. #CommunityEngagement #LocalEvents #LawinMediaNetwork #lawinmedianetwork

How does storytelling help kids tackle climate change? This holiday season, we’re celebrating stories that inspire hope and action. In Episode #32, we sit down with Laurel Colless, author of The Carbon Busters Club. Laurel shares how magical realism and relatable characters empower children to take action and embrace solutions to environmental challenges. ✨ In this episode: 🎁 Why storytelling is key to making sustainability relatable for children. 🎄 The critical role parents, educators, and communities play in climate advocacy. ✨ Simple solutions for making sustainability a part of daily life. 🎁 The importance of embedding environmental topics in education. 🎄 How stories empower kids to take action on sustainability. 🎅🏼 How stories spark curiosity and drive real change. 🎁 Why eco-anxiety in kids is real—and how stories help overcome it. ✨ How T.H. White’s The Once and Future King inspired Laurel’s storytelling, just as it inspired J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter. 🎧 Give yourself the gift of inspiration this holiday season. Tune in now: 👇 ➤ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dWww6Qz9 ➤ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dNrkeV5U ➤ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dZBDd7QJ ➤ SoundCloud: https://lnkd.in/dheXqEJM ➤ Episode Website: https://lnkd.in/dKjQPHJb ✨Visit Laurel’s website: https://lnkd.in/dvhzqYb6 #ClimateStorytelling #SustainabilityInEducation #EmpoweringKids #Podcast