Is your community ready for 2025?
Tools + insights to reflect, plan, and grow with intention [Checklist Inside]
Take time to pause and reflect
Have you ever felt like your community isn’t growing as fast as it should? Or worse—wondered if you’re doing something wrong because it’s not easy?
If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like your community isn’t quite living up to your vision, I want to remind you: it’s not you.
"Fast growth is an illusion. What truly transforms our community is listening, trust-building, depth, and mutual learning."
These words from Christina Hubbard, founder of Creative and Free Network, are an encouraging reminder that building meaningful community takes time—and the right foundation.
Sometimes you’re doing all the right things but need patience as your strategy unfolds. Other times, a little reflection can reveal where to adjust your approach.
So as we prepare to close out the year, let’s pause and make sure your community is set up for a great 2025.
📝 Community Readiness Checklist: Are you prepared for 2025?
Have you reviewed what worked (and what didn’t) in 2024?
Look back at growth and engagement metrics, but don’t stop there. Which moments sparked real conversations and led to new friendships? When did members step up to support each other? Identifying these high-impact moments will guide your focus for the year ahead.
Is your community’s purpose crystal clear?
Can both you and your members easily explain what makes your space unique and why it matters? Is your vision compelling enough to inspire others to share it? A clear, shared purpose is key to attracting perfect-fit members.
Do you have a plan for nurturing new members?
First impressions matter. I was really flattered when Joni Trythall, one of our newest members, said: "I appreciate how welcoming this space has been already. It can be so awkward going into established groups, but that hasn’t been my experience at all here."How will you create that feeling of belonging from day one? Is your onboarding process warm, engaging, and easy to follow?
Have you mapped out your community’s financial future?
Beyond just growing your membership, think about sustainability. Have you set revenue targets, reviewed your pricing, or explored additional ways to share your expertise (like speaking, consulting, or courses)? A healthy financial foundation allows you to invest in your community’s growth.
Do you have the tools and support you need to thrive?
Systems, processes, and the right network can make or break your year. Do you have automation in place for repetitive tasks? Clear workflows for common challenges? A network of peers to turn to when you’re stuck? Running a community shouldn’t feel overwhelming—smooth operations and friends to lean on make a huge difference.
If you’ve checked off all five, you’re already ahead of the game! 🎉 But if you’re feeling unsure in some areas, you’re not alone. In fact, can I let you in on a little secret?
Here's the truth about community building: you're never really "done." There's always more to learn, more to try, more to refine. It's part of what makes this journey so exciting (and yes, sometimes overwhelming).
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Because building a meaningful community shouldn’t feel overwhelming—and you don’t have to do it alone.
With possibility,
"Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much". - Helen Keller
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