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Recent content by freelancermaria
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Strategy How can you encourage members to contribute meaningful content?
I agree with acknowledging and rewarding members, especially the most active ones, by giving them public recognition. This can include providing forum titles or badges that make them feel valued. You can give them special access to some features of the forum as well.- freelancermaria
- Post #8
- Forum: Building & Growing Your Community
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General What topic on your forum has the most replies?
I believe that "how to make money online" is one of the most frequently discussed topics or has the most replies in forums. Many people, especially online freelancers, are looking for ways to earn a living through online work. This is a topic that I am always interested in exploring as well.- freelancermaria
- Post #5
- Forum: Building & Growing Your Community
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General Biggest forum challenge to date
It can be difficult to stay motivated at times. It is natural to feel unmotivated, especially when activity in your forum is minimal. In order to offset this, contact your active members and encourage them to participate more, as well as inviting others to join the website. Consider providing...- freelancermaria
- Post #15
- Forum: Leadership & Community Management
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Growth What are the best ways to bring in revenue in your community?
In my humble opinion, selling digital products is a great way to generate revenue for your forum or website. You can sell eBooks, printable digital products, or online courses. Many individuals are interested in buying digital products, particularly eBooks and online courses, which can greatly...- freelancermaria
- Post #8
- Forum: Building & Growing Your Community
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Team Building What Perks Do You Give to Your Staff?
Rewarding your forum staff is essential, in my humble opinion, since it will substantially boost your online community. Its success depends on their persistence, and rewarding them can increase the importance and fulfillment of their work. They will help in addressing particular problems in the...- freelancermaria
- Post #2
- Forum: Leadership & Community Management
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What's your dream career?
Since childhood, I have wanted to become a doctor, specializing in pediatrics or gynecology. I even took a pre-med course in college, but I was unable to finish it because of my health condition.- freelancermaria
- Post #6
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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Are you a loner?
As an introvert, I prefer being alone. It brings me peace. I would rather be alone than in the wrong company, and I enjoy the company of my two dogs more than toxic people. Hehe.- freelancermaria
- Post #9
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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Your Most Recent Purchase
My most recent purchase was a backpack that I will give to my nephew for Christmas. Since he is also my godson, I wanted to choose something he would love and could use for school.- freelancermaria
- Post #8
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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Hell, I am new here
Hello, @Cpvr! I am doing okay. Thank you for asking. How about you? :)- freelancermaria
- Post #3
- Forum: Introduce Yourself
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Only 39 days until Christmas
In addition to being the birthday of Jesus, I love the feeling of giving Christmas gifts to my loved ones and to those who have been helpful to me, including the caretaker of my apartment building and some of the security guards. I have bought some simple gifts for them.- freelancermaria
- Post #28
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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Your goal for 2025?
One of my goals is to find a better-paying job because my current online position no longer makes me happy. My client promised to increase my salary, but they failed to keep that promise. In addition, the number of tasks I receive each week has decreased. Therefore, I hope to find an online job...- freelancermaria
- Post #26
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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All time favorite movies or shows?
Some of my all-time favorite TV series are "Prison Break," "The 100," "Game of Thrones," "Heroes," "Fringe," and "Drop Dead Diva." I believe I watched them during my 20s. As for movies, two of my all-time favorites are "Schindler's List* and *Se7en."- freelancermaria
- Post #5
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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What was the last tv show that you watched?
I am currently watching "Poker Face." I just started it this afternoon, so it's too early to say whether I like it or if it's any good. I recently finished watching Season 3 of "From," and I heard that Season 4 will be released in 2026. Yikes!- freelancermaria
- Post #19
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
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Hell, I am new here
Hello, I am new here. @Nomad invited me to join this forum, and I am happy to be a part of the community. :)- freelancermaria
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself
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How do you prevent burnout as a freelancer?
I have been grappling with burnout lately, which seems to rear its head occasionally. The repetitive nature of my daily tasks and the constant pressure of meeting deadlines have become quite taxing. The strain is both mental and physical, taking a toll on my overall health and well-being...- freelancermaria
- Post #3
- Forum: Off-Topic Hangout
