Free resources for building online communities
Clocktower Advisors has consulted with dozens of organizations and groups over the years to build thriving online communities and digital workplaces. This area collects useful resources we’ve originated or built upon over that time. Technology-mediated communities online are too infrequently part of a comprehensive digital strategy.
Use these free resources to plan, contextualize and grow a vibrant following of highly engaged fans, prospects, customers, stakeholders or employees.
The Life Cycle for Online Community
Online communities follow a predictable growth pattern. The pattern can guide the actions you should take as a community manager based on the stage your community has reached.
This handy visual guide maps for executive leadership outlines the broad growth stages of online community building.
Digital Communities and Public Affairs
Access Todd Nilson’s 2021 article in The Palgrave Encyclopedia of Interest Groups, Lobbying and Public Affairs on how digital communities can be leveraged for public affairs organizations. Contact us for a full PDF of the article.
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