127. The Blueprint for an Engaged Community with Jill Salzman

The Founding Moms is a supportive and practical community that assists women in marketing, branding, and sales. However, creating a successful community takes a lot of effort and dedication. Jill Salzman, founder of Founding Moms, has been running the community for 12 years and has seen the incredible impact it has had on the lives of thousands of mompreneurs. Deb talks to Jill about what it takes to build and maintain a successful community.   [00:01- 6:47] Opening Segment   Jill's journey from corporate to the Founding Moms creator. She found a gap in the marketplace: a lack of space that was welcoming to entrepreneurial women with children.   She found her target audience and created a business to fulfill their needs  She found a platform and created a strategy for member engagement.     [6:48 -12:22]  What is Founding Moms about?   A safe place to bring "your whole self" and encourage open dialogue                        Practical and actionable resources; helping members with marketing, branding and sales Encouraging collaboration and accountability  Offering educational opportunities to grow their business with video courses and live events with expert speakers      [12:23 - 19:32] Ingredients for a Successful Community     Understand your member's needs Provide a feeling of Joy  Express your Values Utilize both in-person and on-line platforms   [19:39 -30:06]  Jill's Tips for Mom Entrepreneurs   Understand your value.  Build a supportive network  Don't be afraid to ask for help Take time to Evolve Enjoy the journey   [30:07 - 30:39] Closing Segment  Connect with Jill through the links below  Follow us on social media and leave a review Final words   Connect with Jill Salzman Website: Home | The Founding Moms | For The Mom Entrepreneur Facebook: Jill Salzman | Facebook Instagram: @foundingmom LInkedIn:   "jill salzman" | Search | LinkedIn   Here are some another episodes you might enjoy as well: Go to:  Podcast - Life After Corporate Podcast Ep 124. Entrepreneurship and the Art of Feminine Presence Ep 106. The Power of Communities with Virginie Glaenzer Ep   45. The Secrets of Building Successful Communities with Maruxa Murphy   Tweetable Quotes: "Your business is like your baby. It's constantly evolving, it's constantly changing"... Jill Salzman, Founder of Founding Moms "We try to educate one another constantly on three main areas: marketing, branding and sales"...Jill Salzman, Founder of Founding Moms   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this podcast to other growing entrepreneurs!  Get weekly tips on how to create more money and meaning doing work you love and be one of the many growing entrepreneurs in our community. CLICK HERE to join our private Facebook Group!  Connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or checkout our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com