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No man is an island – how to create a culture of community care (and look after yourself)

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Community care matters, because no man is an island and communities are about relationships, trust, and mutual value. I explain what this important work looks like in practice, and how to foster community care in a way that is healthy and effective.

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Community industry Professional development Self development

Women rising – how to succeed in community management

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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?

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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 advice Community industry Self care

The truth about burnout and community

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Why is burnout such a persistent issue? In this blog is explain three of the main causes of burnout, what you can do to prevent it from happening, and share helpful resources to protect and improve your wellbeing.

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Community advice Community industry

Appreciation matters

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You never forget the important milestones in life like graduating from University, getting married, or being called a despot for removing a racist joke. You nostalgically nod when recalling the first time someone told you “I wish I got paid for sitting on the internet all day.”* Or that time the charity CEO said “What’s […]