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TheCR Network Wrap-Up: October 2019

October 31, 2019 By Binta Dixon

A handshake between two men in business clothes. Only the hands and arms are visible.

We continue the discussion about career trajectory in the Network. On the heels of the invigorating Connect 2019, the community managers in the Network are discussing how to move both horizontally and vertically within the community space. This month one of the highlights was a Roundtable call … [Read more...]

The Community Roundtable Connect: Community Solutions Showcase 2019 Snapshot

October 23, 2019 By Binta Dixon

How to choose a community platform

After the thought-provoking inaugural Community Solutions Showcase at TheCR Connect 2019, we wanted to create a useful recap of the discussion for the Network, attendees, and anyone considering a new community solution. And as a result of chats with the Community Roundtable team and attendees, we … [Read more...]

How do you direct your own career path when one is not defined?

October 11, 2019 By Binta Dixon

One of the interesting career-based findings from the SOCM 2019, was that only 25% of community roles are approved by HR. This is a crucial number because it means that three-quarters of CM's do not have clearly defined roles or paths to promotion to go along with them. When we look at … [Read more...]

Unlocking the Next Stage in Your Community’s Development

October 3, 2019 By Binta Dixon

We know that empowered members engage, but just as a garden may appear inactive then suddenly shoot up with green, there is a slow progression towards empowerment that takes time, patience, and consistent watering. After doing the tactical, strategical, and operational labor to create an … [Read more...]

TheCR Network Wrap Up for September 2019: TheCR Connect

September 30, 2019 By Binta Dixon

Best online community consultants agency

If you're feeling the extra jolt of energy in the community space this week, there is a good reason! We are riding the high of TheCR Connect which took place September 23rd - September 25th in Boston. This one-of-a-kind occasion was filled with first time meetings, reunions, and so many ah-ha … [Read more...]

Continuous Emotional Learning In A Digital World

August 26, 2019 By Binta Dixon

Community Manager Resources

Community management is the future of organizational leadership because the field centers emotional intelligence alongside measurable outcomes. With a little time, an approved strategic plan, and a keen awareness of how to navigate emotion in the workplace, communities are growing and producing … [Read more...]

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