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Duplicate Content - The Negative Effect on SEOThis is a fantastic guide, thanks for sharing! In addition, always remember - and this is specific for forums - if you're reposting content...- fdk
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How (Not) to Run a Community
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 74
- Reaction score: 1
Running a community isn't rocket science, but it's also not as easy as just setting up a forum and expecting people to magically show up and... -
The 5 Problems you need to solve as an Admin in 2025
- Cedric
- 4 min read
- Views: 67
Running a forum isn’t all smooth sailing. Sooner or later, you’re going to run into problems, and how you handle them will determine the success... -
The Power of Surveys: Understanding Your Forum Members
- Cedric
- 2 min read
- Views: 51
We know running a forum isn’t just about keeping the lights on - it’s about creating a space where people actually want to be. But how do you know... -
5 Skills You Need to Have to Be a Great Admin
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 71
We all know running an online community isn’t just about setting up a forum and hoping for the best. It takes real skill, patience, and leadership... -
You should embrace off topic posts on your online community
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 57
- Reaction score: 2
I've read something not so long ago asking the question if off topic posts could be a downfall of your community. Online communities definitely... -
The Top 5 Things Visitors Look for Before Joining your Forum
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 96
- Reaction score: 2
Visitors to your forum can be fickle - if they see something they don’t like, they’ll leave. Simple as that. You need to wow them if you want them... -
Why Experimentation in Online Communities Matters
- Cedric
- 2 min read
- Views: 53
You have your community - it may be brand new, or it may be well-established. Whatever stage your community is at, you should always experiment... -
Forum Content Strategy: Creating an Engaging Community
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 68
Content Doesn't Create Itself Building an active and successful forum isn’t magic - I'm sure by now you know it takes effort. Quality and quantity... -
Duplicate Content - The Negative Effect on SEO
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 76
- Reaction score: 3
- Reviews: 3
There are plenty of ways to improve your site’s ranking in search engines, but not all of them are good. Some people try to take shortcuts to... -
Forums Aren't Dying - They Just Need a Purpose
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 131
- Reaction score: 4
Let’s get one thing straight: forums aren’t dead. Not even close. Sure, they don’t dominate the internet like they did in the early 2000s, but... -
Creating a Positive Culture: How to Set the Tone in Your Online Community
- Al
- 3 min read
- Views: 133
The culture of your online community is shaped by how people interact, share, and collaborate. As an admin or moderator, you have a significant... -
Hiring and Motivating Forum Staff: Timing, Purpose, and People
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 145
Hiring staff for your forum involves understanding key factors, including when the right time to hire is, why you need additional help, and who... -
The Local Mom and Pop Shop: Strategies for Community Growth in a Social Media World
- Al
- 4 min read
- Views: 131
- Reaction score: 1
Social media has reshaped how people interact online, drawing users into fast, fleeting engagements rather than real conversations. For forum... -
Forum Growth Strategies That Don’t Rely on Social Media
- Al
- 4 min read
- Views: 248
Social media may seem like a quick win for community growth, but for forums, it’s often more nemesis than ally. It lures users into brief... -
Editorial: From Passion to Purpose - Building a Community with Strategy
- Cedric
- 3 min read
- Views: 156
A recent post on the forums inspired me to write this into a bigger editorial, so here goes. Every great community, project, or website starts... -
Handling Forum Mergers: Combining Communities Without Losing Your Identity
- Al
- 5 min read
- Views: 164
Merging two forums is often a smart move to strengthen communities, expand user bases, and combine resources. However, it’s a delicate process... -
The Power of the First Look: Above the Fold
- Cedric
- 4 min read
- Views: 150
First impressions matter—especially in online communities. When you're running a forum, a blog, or any type of platform, the content that’s... -
Avoiding Burnout: Managing Time and Energy as a Forum Owner
- Al
- 5 min read
- Views: 166
- Reaction score: 2
Running a forum can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s easy to find yourself overwhelmed by the endless to-do lists, constant moderation, and...