In today’s episode of Your Community Strategist, we’re diving into the decision to shift The Strategic Community Co-Op from a free and paid model to a paid-only community. I’ll share the reasoning behind this change, what it means for members, and how finding the right structure for your community can make all the difference. We’ll also discuss various ways to monetize your community, whether as a standalone product, a value-added component to a course, or even an upgrade option to a free space.

Whether you’re building a new community or refining an existing one, this episode will give you insights and actionable tips on choosing the best model for your goals and audience.

Timestamps:

• 00:44 Meet Rachel Starr: Your Community Strategist
• 02:13 The Pivot: From Free to Paid Community
• 02:59 The Evolution of the Community Lab
• 04:30 Why Financial Commitment Matters
• 06:19 Exploring Monetization Models
• 08:42 Benefits of a Paid-Only Model
• 13:04 Conclusion: Building a Meaningful Community

Resources & Links:

• Get started with Circle: Your go-to platform for building community
• Join The Strategic Community Co-Op: For more tips, strategies, and a space filled with like-minded creators