In this conversation, Host, Raven O'Neal, and guest, Bri Leever, founder of Ember Consulting, delve into the intricacies of community building, focusing on the different types of communities, the challenges of engagement, and the importance of diversity.

Bri shares her insights on the distinctions between free and paid communities, the role of education and connection, and the unique strengths women bring to community building.

They also discuss the balance between accessibility and exclusivity, and Bri offers practical hacks for those looking to start their own communities.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Communities come in four types
• Free communities struggle with the value proposition
• Women excel at community-building but often hesitate to monetize
• Member engagement is harder in free communities due to lower investment
• Paid waitlists help gauge interest before launch
• Dunbar's number suggests an optimal community size of around 125 people
• Balance accessibility with exclusive elements
• Allow communities to develop organically
• Test with events before full launch
• Start conversations early to build interest and gather feedback

DISCUSSION TIMELINE

• 06:30 The Four Types of Community
• 12:06 Navigating Community Dynamics
• 20:48 Building Diverse Communities
• 23:42 Value and Engagement in Communities
• 28:13 The Value of Paid Communities
• 30:08 Understanding Engagement in Communities
• 32:24 Habit Formation and Community Interaction
• 34:05 Prompts and Rules for Engagement
• 36:16 Community Size and Connection
• 38:23 Accessibility vs. Exclusivity in Communities
• 43:50 Learning from Men's Community Building
• 45:11 Monetization Strategies for Communities
• 50:14 Practical Hacks for Building Community

CONNECT WITH BRI

Join Bri's Community: www.emberconsulting.co/join-community

Bri on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/briannaleeverBri's Website: www.emberconsulting.co

Bri on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@emberconsulting

In this conversation, host Raven O'Neal and guest Betti Rooted Lionheart, a Shamanic Healer at Sacral Transformations, explore the themes of spiritual growth, trauma healing, and the unique experiences of women in these journeys. They discuss how success is defined through a feminine lens, the importance of finding purpose, and the role of fear in personal growth. Betti shares insights on the divine dark, the significance of community among women, and practical hacks for spiritual empowerment. The dialogue emphasizes the need for authenticity, the reclamation of feminine power, and the importance of addressing emotional energy through practices like rage expression.KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Success from a feminine lens is living our purpose
• What we care deeply about is where we want to make a change
• Fear can be a compass pointing us to our true desires
• Healing past lives and ancestral wounds is crucial for women
• Sisterhood and community are essential for empowerment
• Raging sessions can help release bottled-up emotions
• Language shapes our understanding of healing and spirituality
• The divine dark is a source of creativity and power
• We can't force others onto their healing paths
• Reclaiming our bodies and our power is vital for future generations

DISCUSSION TIMELINE

• 04:18 Defining Success Through a Feminine Lens
• 07:16 Navigating Fear and Purpose
• 10:05 Healing Ancestral Wounds and Past Lives
• 13:16 Embracing the Divine Dark
• 15:58 The Power of Rage and Feminine Energy
• 33:38 The Power of Community and Sisterhood
• 41:41 Navigating Healing Journeys
• 45:32 Practical Hacks for Empowerment

CONNECT WITH BETTI

Sacral Transformations Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557907116356

Sacral Transformations Instagram: www.instagram.com/sacraltransformations

Sacral Transformations Website: www.sacraltransformations.com

In this conversation, host Raven O'Neal and guest Stephanie Tomko, founder of Now2Nxt delve into the significance of email marketing for entrepreneurs, particularly focusing on how to build and nurture an email list.

They discuss the importance of owning your audience, the strategies for growing your email list, and the art of crafting engaging content that resonates with readers.

Stephanie shares insights on maintaining consistency in email communication, understanding audience needs, and effectively using email marketing tools.

The discussion also touches on the balance between relationship-building and sales tactics, emphasizing the need for authenticity and connection in email marketing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Email marketing is essential for entrepreneurs to own their audience
• Building an email list is crucial for business sustainability
• Crafting engaging content starts with personal storytelling
• Consistency in email communication is key to audience retention
• Understanding your audience's needs can drive better sales
• Nurturing your email list is as important as growing itUsing the right tools can streamline your email marketing efforts
• Quality engagement is more valuable than a large email list
• Asking your audience for feedback can improve your offerings

DISCUSSION TIMELINE

• 04:39 Stephanie's Background and Journey in Marketing
• 07:31 The Evolution of Marketing: From Social Media to Email
• 10:24 Strategies for Growing Your Email List
• 13:27 Crafting Engaging Email Content
• 16:22 Finding the Right Frequency and Consistency in Emails
• 19:34 Understanding Your Audience and Selling Effectively
• 24:57 Empathetic Marketing vs. Hard Sell Strategies
• 31:32 Building Trust and Sustainable Relationships
• 38:27 Effective Email Marketing Strategies
• 44:30 Practical Hacks for Email Marketing Success

CONNECT WITH STEPHANIE

Now2Nxt Website: www.now2nxt.com

Focused & Fearless Planner: www.now2nextcoaching.myflodesk.com/fnfplanner

Now2Nxt Instagram: www.instagram.com/now2nxt

Now2Nxt Facebook: www.facebook.com/Now2NXT

Steph Tomko Instagram: www.instagram.com/thestephtomko

Steph Tomko LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephtomko

AFFILIATE LINKS

Flodesk: www.flodesk.com/c/FSDLGH

Beehiiv: www.beehiiv.com?via=Stephanie-Tomko