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Community industry Professional development Self development

Leading by example – women who inspire me

Learn about seven women who have inspired me to build community with intention and integrity. I also share how I intend to lead by example – by mentoring others.

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Community industry Professional development Self development

Women rising – how to succeed in community management

The community profession is ideal for women who have stronger skills in relationship building. But there are many challenges that are holding women back in the community profession. I share three not-so-secret ingredients for women to succeed, and ask about the power of peer connection.

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Professional development Self development

When is it time to leave your community role?

When is it time to leave your community role? I started to research the topic, and found the reflection process incredibly helpful. In this blog, I’ll share five reasons you may be ready to leave your community role.

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Motivation Productivity Self development

Getting out of your own way

Why do we get in the way of our own progress? In this blog post I’ll reveal the challenges and barriers that show up, and share five realistic ideas to help you get out of your own way. I’ll also share helpful resources for self-development and support.

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Community improvement Community strategy Self development

Plan, do, review – take your community to the next level

Are you unsure where to start with planning, or wondering how to create a plan and make it work?
In this blog, I share helpful resources and explain how you can apply the ‘Plan Do Review’ model to help advance your community, your team, or your career.

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Community operation Self development

Empathy: why it matters and how to use it in your online community

Empathy matters and can make a huge difference to the success of your online community.

This blog explains how to use the skill of empathy in your online community.

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Community advice Self development

Self care strategies – part two

Looking after yourself is a tried and true ‘best’ way to help other people. Here are five more self-care strategies that help motivate and empower you, and keep you safe from burnout.

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Community advice Self development

Self care strategies that actually work

Ten effective and helpful self-care strategies that work well for me. They can help motivate you, empower you, and keep you safe if you’re an online community manager at a charity.