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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 become and instant success. If you want to crash and burn, there are some surefire ways to do it. But if you want your community to actually grow and last...
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 (or failure) of your community. Some issues are small annoyances, while others can threaten your forum’s health, reputation, and even existence. Here...
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 if you’re doing it right? You could guess, or you could just ask. And that’s where surveys come in.
I've just witnessed how Forum Promotion has done...
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 to create a space where people want to engage, contribute, and keep coming back. Skills that you don't develop easily and some take decades to learn...
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 thrive on discussion, engagement, and of course the natural flow of conversation. While structure and focus are essential, there’s something to be said...
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 to register and become an active part of your community.
In this article, I’ll walk you through what I believe are the top five things visitors look...
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 and try new things.
Why Experimentation Matters
If you don’t experiment, your site and community will suffer. Trying new things can lead to massive...
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 of content are key factors in any thriving online community. As an administrator, you can never overstate the importance of fresh, engaging...
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 boost their rankings, even if it means using methods that search engines frown upon. One of those methods is duplicate content.
What is duplicate...
