In this episode, Circle co-founder Andy Guttormsen cuts through the fluff to share his hard-earned lessons on building communities that last. No BS, just real talk and proven tactics to help you create a thriving group that stays engaged past the 3-month mark. Andy exposes the hard truths and gives you the tools to foster genuine, long-term commitment. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, this no-nonsense guide is your key to unlocking the staying power your community needs.

• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:04) - Reasons why you shouldn't start a community (yet)
• (09:22) - Andy's perspective on what's a community
• (10:52) - Tailoring your community to your personality and strengths
• (19:57) - Tips that will ignite your community
• (34:19) - The insider's guide to community management
• (38:06) - The power of hot seats
• (40:54) - Costly mistakes to avoid when building your community
• (44:11) - Attracting your ideal founding members
• (49:39) - Outro

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