Create and manage a thriving online community. From member registration and profiles to groups, activity feeds, and moderation — learn the strategies and tools that keep members engaged.
Lessons
Community Strategy & Planning
Member Registration & Profiles
Learning Objectives Design a registration flow that minimizes friction while collecting the information you need Build an onboarding sequence that guides new members to their first meaningful interaction within 48 hours Configure profile customization options that help members establish identity and build reputation Implement user roles and permissions that balance openness with platform security Set […]
Groups, Forums & Activity Feeds
Learning Objectives Structure groups to facilitate focused collaboration and give members a sense of belonging within the larger community Design forum categories and threading models that build a searchable, long-term knowledge base Configure activity feeds that surface relevant content without overwhelming members Implement engagement features — reactions, mentions, polls, and events — that lower the […]
Moderation & Community Guidelines
Learning Objectives Develop community guidelines that are clear, specific, and enforceable with concrete examples Implement a moderation workflow with defined steps, documented decisions, and consistent enforcement Build a moderation team with appropriate tools, training, and authority Handle conflict resolution and de-escalation without alienating community members Configure automated content filtering that supplements — but does not […]
Growing & Retaining Members
Learning Objectives Identify and track the engagement metrics that reveal the true health of your community Implement retention strategies — content programming, recognition systems, and re-engagement campaigns — that keep members active Design a member lifecycle approach that addresses each stage from newcomer to power user to at-risk member Build sustainable growth through organic discovery, […]