Community Management

This book is a guide for leaders seeking to build a community, to strengthen the community they already have, or who may not think of themselves as community leaders but who are envisioning a group they hope to create. These communities can be formal, with official memberships and administrations, or informal, tied by shared values and commitments.

Discover just how important thriving communities are to our wellbeing and the success of organizations—and learn what steps you can take to create them—in this illuminating and empowering guide from the author of Mastering Civility. Despite our deep desire to feel a sense of belonging, many...

Quick Influencer and Community Management provides essential insights and actionable tips for effectively engaging with influencers and fostering vibrant online communities. This guide covers the fundamentals of building authentic relationships, driving meaningful interactions, and amplifying brand presence through strategic partnerships and community engagement. Ideal for those looking to make a swift impact in the digital space.

Higher education today faces declining enrollments, financial pressures, and public scrutiny, yet many institutions remain resistant to change, operating in silos that limit innovation and growth. Drawing from his experience founding The Community Solution Education System—a network of six colleges educating over 13,000 students—Horowitz presents a groundbreaking approach where institutions maintain their unique identities while collaborating to share resources, expertise, and vision.

The companion to the blockbuster bestseller, Getting Things Done. Since its publication in 2001, Getting Things Done has become, as Time magazine put it, "the defining self-help business book" of the decade. Having inspired millions of readers around the world, it clearly spoke to an urgent need...

In today’s fast-paced environment, the speed at which communication travels and the resounding calls for police accountability demonstrate a need for purposeful communications embedded in a strategic mindset. When done right, strategic communication can increase transparency, build trust, and encourage active community participation. Chief Cook has distilled over thirty years of experience into timely lessons filled with practical solutions you can begin implementing right away.

Every church, every organization, has experienced them: betrayal, deception, grumbling, envy, exclusion. They make life together difficult and prevent congregations from developing the skills, virtues, and practices they need to nurture sturdy, life-giving communities.

Do the leaders in your company work together towards a common goal? Do they trust one another? Are they accountable not only individually but as a team? These are just a few traits found in community-minded leaders, the kind of leaders essential to grow your organization. With his new book, Community of Leaders, New York Times bestselling author Vince Molinaro breaks down why having a strong leadership culture in your organization is critical, how to build it, and how to sustain it for long term success.

We all want to be a part of a thriving community. But, few of us know how to meaningfully contribute to the places where we live, work, learn, and play. Whether you dream of launching a community innovation center, want to enhance your town with colorful murals, or are simply looking to strengthen relationships with your neighbors, Designing Creative Communities is the guide for you. Award-winning community builder, Spud Marshall, coaches emerging leaders and community members alike through a simple process for how to transform your town into a creative place to call home.

Nick Mehta and Robin Van Lieshout deliver an actionable playbook on how to cultivate meaningful communities that fuel quantifiable business growth. In the book, you'll learn how to capitalize on this new growth strategy to scale your company and develop excitement around your products and your firm. The authors outline the ten foundational Laws of Community, explaining why community development does not need to be expensive and how to integrate community in the heart of your customer journey.

Picture this: You’re juggling project deadlines while poring over planning regulations that make no sense. Or you’re trying to design a thriving community space, but no one shows up to your engagement sessions. Maybe you’re stuck battling outdated zoning laws that stifle innovation. Sound familiar?

“I had better get used to this,” he said. “Used to what?” she asked. “A life of stress.” This was a conversation Philip had with his mother three years after he started his first company. He was sixteen and had already submitted to the belief that the rest of his life as an entrepreneur would be filled with constant worry and tension. He could see no other way. There is something fundamentally wrong with our culture’s way of working. We may be productive, but at what cost and for what purpose? How do we lead a successful and happy organization without damaging our own lives and others?

This book is an accessible and straightforward guide to building or repairing relationships. Within it, you will find stress-free activities that put your relationship first. Believe it or not, you can talk your way to intimacy—practical steps given in this workbook.

We each have our own unique hospitality personality. And when you tap into yours, you'll find a lot more blessing with a lot less stressing. With personal assessments, encouraging stories, and plenty of practical ideas, Morgan Tyree shows you how to identify and embrace your hospitality personality so you can stop worrying and start enjoying yourself and your guests. She helps you understand your hospitality habits, hurdles, and hang-ups, then offers real-life solutions that fit you.

Most organizations have well-written, well-intentioned culture and values statements. The problem: A staggering majority of them are bullsh!t. But there is a way to reimagine your values, your culture, and your brand in a way that inspires tremendous loyalty, builds community, and delivers profits. Whether you're running your own company, coaching a team or just have a passion for success because of people, not on the backs of them, the Belonging Factor is the audiobook you need to inspire people, improve process, and deliver profits.