#131: From Zero to Community: Building a Successful Business Community │ Deb Schell

Deb Schell, a seasoned community-building consultant, shares her journey and expertise on the Play Big Faster podcast. Her passion for helping business owners find calm in their ventures stems from personal experience after launching and revitalizing an online community that initially struggled. Her approach emphasizes understanding member needs deeply, irrespective of the platform used. Whether through Mighty Networks or other tools, Deb focuses on fostering belonging and solving specific member problems. Her recent book, "Creator to Community Builder," provides frameworks and strategies essential for anyone looking to cultivate shared wisdom and engagement within their community. Deb's insights go beyond online realms, advocating for integrating digital and real-world experiences to enhance community dynamics. She encourages community leaders to engage directly with members, seek feedback, and adapt based on their insights. This iterative approach, she believes, is key to sustainable community growth. Enjoyed these insights? Make sure you never miss an episode by hitting that follow button now!