by David DeWald | May 7, 2025 | Blog
Starting a new online community is a lot like launching a business or hosting a big event: it takes way more work than most people expect, especially in the early days. If you want your community to thrive, you have to be the one putting in the hours, setting the...
by David DeWald | Jan 2, 2025 | Blog
Remember the last time you walked into a party where you didn’t know anyone? That overwhelming feeling of being lost in a sea of faces? That’s exactly how members feel in large, unsegmented online communities. The Magic of Breaking Things Down Think of...
by David DeWald | Dec 9, 2024 | Blog
Let me share some things that transformed my work life – when you’re spending hours connecting with members and coworkers, the right tools make all the difference. Here’s my curated list of game-changers that any community professional would love to...
by David DeWald | Dec 3, 2024 | Blog, Ultimate Lists
Updated Dec. 4, 2024 Recently, there has been a notable shift of people moving to BlueSky, including many community managers and professionals seeking a fresh space for connection and collaboration. This platform offers a unique opportunity to engage with others in...
by David DeWald | Dec 3, 2024 | Blog
What is PLATO? PLATO, which stands for Programmed Logic for Automatic Teaching Operations, made its debut in 1960 at the University of Illinois. While it was initially designed to facilitate computer-assisted learning, PLATO quickly evolved into a vibrant online...
