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After a little break, we're back with some more insight into #GenZ. Part of our research focused on how communities can engage with Gen Z. As this generation enters the workforce and looks for their own place to live, we wanted to know what they are looking for. The short answer is Gen Z is looking for the same things everyone else is looking for in a community - affordable housing, safety/low crime, and a quiet neighborhood. But the long answer is more interesting. And more actionable Gen Z heavily under-indexes in all three of the top areas. Affordability and safety are core human needs not unique to any generation or segment. Where we see the opportunity is in access and specifically access to resources that can help them grow. So what can your community do to connect with Gen Z? 1)  Establish and promote networks – both social and professional – to help Gen Z community members create connections. 2)  Promote mentorship from other generations. This engagement opens important conversations and helps Gen Z visualize a path forward. 3)  Encourage investment (including and especially non-financial) from Gen Z. They are more likely to feel connected to a community that they are personally involved in growing. #GenZ #marketing #communitybuilding #talentattraction

I was at a tech week event about the Community Economy. I’ve been grappling with the word community for the last few years. Community has always been a core value for me—being part of it, serving it, approaching it with curiosity has shaped my purpose. But somewhere along the way, community shifted. It became more of a corporate adjective, often used as an object or target, rather than a subject—a group of people acting with their own intent. The word “community” started to feel like shorthand for “diversity,” distilled down to a monolith, which ironically led to further marginalization in what I know were honest attempts to bring people together. The challenge is when “community” is defined as a strategic goal, it becomes a static collection of categories based on identity, geography, or issue. And when viewed through the lens of business strategy, the nuances of intersectionality disappear, further isolating people into groups rather than fostering unity. I’ve been reflecting on this crossroads for a while now. Here’s where I’ve landed (for now): to me, community is an active word—it has a heartbeat. It’s about people with shared experiences coming together. Community means there’s something to be shared. This matters to me because it’s not just about my well-being—it’s about how I do business. I’ve been fortunate to build a career rooted in my passion for communities. Now, I work in partnership with people and brands where their success hinges on the communities they serve. When community becomes your currency, you’d better be crystal clear on what it means to you.

Women creators often ask me, “Why Whop?” Here’s the deal: Whop isn’t just another marketplace—it’s the place for creators who want more. More freedom to run things your way, more ways to make money, and more impact with everything you build. It’s not just about the tools (though, trust me, we’ve got those too). Whop is where your whole mindset shifts. Spend one night talking to someone at Whop—or someone who uses it—and suddenly, you’re thinking bigger, bolder, and way beyond what you thought was possible. This is where the future happens. Your ideas evolve. Your business grows. And honestly? You grow, too. So, still deciding where to launch your course or community in 2025? 😉

Evolution of Community Engagement: New Approaches to Building Support for RE Developments. Evolve hosted a very informative and worthwhile event today. (Yep, they’re still carving a highly needed path in CRE.) Developers increasingly find themselves in choppy waters by not involving the people that live in proximity to a project early on. If they had enlisted a neighborhood outreach at the onset, the inclusion and communication could accelerate the timeline and calm the seas. Communities are willing to mobilize and collectively voice support for a desired concept, company, or a Culinary Dropout. And “interaction with the neighbors is as if not more important than the quality of your development” Brennan Ray, zoning attorney. Collaboration at the onset is key. But what do you do when the faceless adversary, aka social media, spreads misinformation that complicates the process with bad intel? Use social media to provide facts and bring transparency to dispel bad press. If possible, create a website that gives facts, data, summaries, traffic studies, site plans…most of which can be found via public websites anyway. Everyone’s voice is important. Grass roots community outreach is a collaboration worth the time and effort. #community #engagement #communityoutreach #development #cre #arizona Evolve Ventures, LLC Women in Commercial Real Estate - #womenincre Phoenix Business Journal GPS Commercial Advisors

Community: A Verb, Not a Noun We often talk about "community" as if it were a static thing, a place or a group of people. But the truth community is a dynamic process, an active verb, not a passive noun. It's about action, engagement, and the constant effort to build and sustain meaningful connections. In the digital age, where online spaces are often dominated by fleeting interactions and superficial connections, the true meaning of community is more important than ever. Here's why community is a verb: 🎯Building Bridges: Community is about actively reaching out, building relationships, and fostering a sense of belonging. It involves creating spaces for dialogue, sharing experiences, and supporting one another. 🎯Participating & Contributing: Community is not just about being a member; it's about actively participating, contributing to discussions, and giving back to the group. It's about making a difference and leaving a positive impact. 🎯Continual Growth: Community is a constant process of evolution. It requires ongoing effort to maintain, adapt, and grow. This involves embracing new perspectives, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring that the community's values and purpose remain relevant. In the world of Web3, where decentralized platforms are empowering individuals and communities to shape their own destinies, the power of community is more vital than ever. It's about working together, sharing resources, and building a more equitable and sustainable future. Let's remember that community is a verb,an action word, a dynamic force that requires our active participation and commitment. I'm Salihi Ibrahim Let connect and build Communities that are more of action (VERB) than just a name(NOUN).

🎁 The Gift of Community 🎄 As we approach the end of 2024, let’s take a moment to celebrate community—the people, networks, and relationships that have supported, inspired, and uplifted us throughout the year. Community is about belonging. It’s about knowing we’re not alone, whether in our personal lives or professional journeys. This year, communities have brought people together, sparked collaboration, and turned ideas into action. 🔑 Reflect on these questions as we enter 2025: What community has made the biggest impact on you in 2024? How have you contributed to building or strengthening a community this year? How can you nurture these connections in the new year? Let’s honor the communities that have shaped our journeys and continue to foster relationships that inspire growth and connection. 💬 Your turn: Tag a community or group that’s had a meaningful impact on you this year. Let’s celebrate them together! 👇 #GreenTriangle #DigitalBridges #SystemSynergy #DataFlow #IntegrationInnovation #OperationalExcellence #FutureOfTech #NoMoreSilos #SeamlessExperience #TechConnectivity

Are you looking for a community that is a little different then the norm? I found Community Spark and I just want other women to know about it. I love it. We are a virtual community for feminine solo entrepreneurs rooted in relationships not transactions. We value and welcome your whole brilliant (and flawed) self. Here you get to connect, offer insights, and share the “hard” with other solopreneurs. You'll find women here who will motivate you, inspire you, and hold you accountable to the dreams you have for yourself. https://lnkd.in/gesgdG6r

🤔 It’s natural to want to compare your community’s performance to others, but here’s the catch: no two communities are alike! Many organizations ask, “How do we stack up?” While it might seem straightforward, focusing on external benchmarks can be misleading. Instead, your best measure of success is your own progress. 📈 Think of your benchmarks as your baseline. By tracking improvements over time and aiming for continuous growth, you can truly understand your community’s unique journey. So, let go of those arbitrary numbers and celebrate your own milestones! Your success shouldn’t be tied to someone else’s community. Let’s embrace our individuality! Check out the link to our latest blog post in the comments #community #onlinecommunities

Declaration for the Vision of OT Community Creations LLC Our mission is to create a secure, self-sustaining hub where the goals, resources, and opportunities serve the advancement and empowerment of our community. This vision is built on the foundation of collective ownership, trust, and purpose-driven action, ensuring that the integrity of our work and the benefits it produces remain fully aligned with the interests of the community we represent. Core Principles 1. Community-First Approach: • The vision, leadership, and benefits of this enterprise will remain rooted in and dedicated to uplifting Black communities and preserving cultural integrity. • Every decision, every partnership, and every opportunity will center on what is best for the collective growth of the community. 2. Selective Collaborations: • We will work with individuals outside of our immediate community only if they demonstrate complete alignment with our values and goals. • Such collaborators will operate in supporting roles, contributing skills and labor without compromising the autonomy, leadership, or ownership of the hub. 3. Ownership and Integrity: • Ownership will remain exclusively within the community to ensure that the fruits of our labor and creativity build generational wealth for our people. • No external party will have a stake or controlling influence over the hub or its resources. 4. Commitment to the Cause: • All collaborators—internal or external—must fully commit to the mission and respect the boundaries set by our leadership. Those unwilling to align with this vision will need to find other opportunities elsewhere. “This enterprise is for us, by us, and designed to serve our people first and foremost. Our vision requires us to protect our ownership and leadership while being strategic about any partnerships we bring on. Collaborators who join us must respect our boundaries, operate within the framework we set, and understand that this is about building generational wealth and freedom for our community. Together, we will ensure that this hub remains ours in vision, purpose, and success.” A CHANGE IS COMING OUR NEW WORLD ORDER

Introducing our new “Beyond the Edge – Inspiration and Innovation” series! It's an attempt at creating a selection of community resources with a practical lens. It will be accompanied by a series of practical offerings that allow the sector to try these different ways of working, methods, and tools that get us ready to use and engage with #CommunityPower effectively. The series aims to introduce concepts supportive of the community power idea, capture what is happening, tune in, listen, and then share the already existing, or just emerging, good practices. Read our first post here: https://lnkd.in/e69EXmpm