The document discusses community management. It defines a community as a group that shares interests and goals of gaining knowledge in a field through sharing. Communities exist online and offline and use IT tools to optimize communication. Effective community management involves engaging the right people, getting everyone involved, having an active communication approach, and providing opportunities to participate. Challenges include a lack of management involvement, too much centralization, and not providing feedback. A good community leader leads by example and motivates participation with a high energy level.
2. What is a community?
» A community is a group of people who share an
interest, a craft, and/or a profession.
» The group is created specifically with the goal
of gaining knowledge related to their field.
» It is through the process of sharing with the
group.
» Members learn from each other to develop
themselves personally and professionally.
» Exists online and in real life.
» Using IT tools to optimise communication.
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3. Community communication
manager <> employees
leader <> community
member <> member
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4. Metaphor community: gardening
» Preparing the soil.
» Plant seeds and water them.
» It takes time to grow.
» You can’t pull the grass to make it grow faster.
» Guiding instead of ruling.
» Take care of the weed.
» Question: what are ‘green fingers’ ?
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5. Metaphor members: fanclub
» Fans/members are passionate about the club.
» Spend free time on/with the club.
» Bond with each other.
» Get energy from participating.
» Try to get more fans on board.
» Are showing their feathers.
» Are representatives of the club.
» More time/money doesn’t imply better results.
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6. Community organisation
Idea
generator
Initiator
Active
contributors
Participants
Members
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36. A community leader
» Knows the population personally.
» Is an example.
» Is pro-active.
» Is a situational leader.
» No obstacles, only challenges.
» Motivate to participate.
» Has a high energy level.
» Is always working with a team.
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