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Apr 2024
11m 41s

The Power of Community: Growing Your Bus...

Michelle Thames
About this episode

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the power of community and growing your business through relationships. She emphasizes the importance of networking and finding your tribe, as well as leveraging platforms for engagement and creating spaces for connection. She shares a success story of a client who built a thriving community around shared values.

Takeaways

✅ Building a strong, engaged community around your brand can be invaluable for growth.
✅ Networking is about finding your tribe and connecting with fellow entrepreneurs and consumers.
✅ Platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook groups offer opportunities for engagement and community building.
✅ Creating spaces for connection, such as dedicated Facebook groups or interactive webinars, can foster a sense of community.
✅ Personalized marketing makeovers can help nurture communities and support overall business growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Power of Community
03:19 Chapter 2: Leveraging Platforms for Engagement
07:10 Chapter 5: Marketing Makeovers for Nurturing Communities

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