Engagement in the beginning can be tough - Don't fret if your avatar does not have the habit of skool built in try to get them to check in once per week - Here is a list of engagement ideas to try, just pick and choose, see what works with your avatar.
Personalized Communication & Support
- Welcome Videos/Message: Send a personalized welcome video or message from the community leader to new members.
- Check-in Messages: Schedule periodic check-in messages to see how members are progressing and if they need any help.
- Birthday or Anniversary Recognition: Acknowledge birthdays or anniversaries of joining the community.
- Member Spotlights: Feature members regularly in a "Member Spotlight" to recognize their contributions or achievements.
- Success Story Calls: Regularly schedule calls where members share their wins and achievements, fostering a sense of accomplishment and motivation within the community.
2. Content Strategy & Engagement
- Themed Content Days: Introduce themed content days (e.g., Motivation Monday, Throwback Thursday) to keep the content fresh and engaging.
- Interactive Content: Incorporate polls, quizzes, or challenges that encourage member participation.
- Guest Content: Invite guest speakers or experts to create exclusive content or participate in Q&A sessions.
- Live AMAs (Ask Me Anything): Host regular live sessions where members can ask questions directly to community leaders or experts.
- Content Creation Contests: Encourage members to create content (e.g., blog posts, videos) and reward the best submissions.
- Daily Q&A Calls: Host daily calls to provide real-time support and answers to member questions, maintaining high engagement.
- Problem Solving Sessions: Organize regular hackathons where members can collaborate on specific challenges or goals, encouraging innovation and teamwork.
- Make Fun Engagement Games - War Dodgeball - etc
3. Rewards & Incentives
- Badges and Achievements: Create a system of badges or achievements for different milestones (e.g., first post, first 100 likes, etc.).
- Referral Rewards: Offer incentives for members who refer new members to the community.
- Exclusive Content Access: Provide early or exclusive access to new content for active or long-term members.
- Leaderboards: Introduce leaderboards to foster a sense of healthy competition among members.
- Bingo-Style Action Plan: Implement a gamified action plan where completing tasks earns members rewards, driving engagement and participation.
- Final Boss Challenge: Encourage members to set a significant, life-changing goal to achieve within a year, enhancing community retention through continuous engagement.
4. Community Building
- Peer Mentorship Programs: Set up mentorship programs where more experienced members can mentor newcomers.
- Networking Opportunities: Create networking events or virtual meetups to encourage members to connect.
- Collaborative Projects: Organize collaborative projects or group challenges that require members to work together.
- Feedback Loops: Create regular opportunities for members to provide feedback on community activities and content.
- Special Interest Groups: Establish sub-groups or channels focused on specific interests or topics within the broader community.
- Speed Meets: Host weekly speed networking sessions to help members quickly build connections and foster collaboration.
5. Onboarding & Education
- Orientation Guides: Provide a detailed orientation guide or checklist for new members to help them navigate the community and its resources.
- Interactive Onboarding Courses: Develop an interactive onboarding course that walks new members through the community’s features and content.
- Progress Tracking: Implement a system that allows members to track their learning and engagement progress within the community.
- Resource Library: Build a comprehensive library of resources (articles, videos, templates) that members can access at any time.
- Free 15-Minute Kickoff Calls: Offer short, free onboarding calls to new members to help them quickly integrate into the community and begin their journey.
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