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A lot of people avoid starting a community because they think it’s going to be complicated. Too much tech. Too many moving parts. Too many decisions. It doesn’t have to be that way. The WISE way keeps everything simple, doable, and stress-free so you can focus on connecting with people instead of wrestling with tools and tech. Here’s what that looks like. 1. Start small on purpose You don’t need a complicated setup. Most communities only need: - a welcome post - a pinned guide - one reason for people to join - one place for updates Simple foundations keep the whole thing easy to grow. 2. Build around one clear outcome People join when they know what they’re going to get. Your community needs one main purpose, not twelve. When the goal is clear, the rest falls into place. 3. Talk to the people who show up You don’t need a giant list, audience or following. Find the right people ... even if it’s three of them. Real conversations do more for a community than any fancy feature. 4. Keep the tech minimal Skool already gives you: - posts - courses - memberships - messaging - events - upgrades No need for extra plugins, multiple platforms, or expensive tools. The more you strip away, the easier it is to maintain. 5. Create at the pace you can actually keep You don’t need daily posts or constant activity. A steady rhythm that fits your life is all you need. People stay when the energy feels consistent not frantic. 6. Adjust as you go Communities grow in layers over time. It won't be perfect at the start. Nothing ever is. Release the unrealistic expectations. Add things when you need them or by community request. Remove things when they get in the way or no longer add value. Your community will tell you what it needs next. The WISE way summed up:

A lot of people make Skool way harder than it needs to be. They try to build a giant machine or an entire university before they even open the doors ...and then wonder why it all feels so overwhelming. 😩 ❓ Want the Simple Truth❓ Here are the most common things people overthink… and the simple ways to handle each one. 1. Thinking you need tons of content before youstart People wait until they “have everything ready.” You only need a few basics: - a welcome post - a simple step-by-step start - one simple resource that helps them (a quick win) - solve a problem that gives people a clear reason to join That’s enough. Most communities grow from conversation, not content piles. Those overwhelm and often scare people off! 😧 2. Trying to plan 12 months of lessons in advance You don’t need a course and certainly not a curriculum You don’t need a giant roadmap itinerary You don’t even need to map it all out 🤯 Start with the first few steps. Start with a welcome and simple questions. Your members will tell you what they want next. 3. Feeling like you need to be active every day Nope. Not necessary. You don't need to Skool like I do You don't need to do what the gurus say You can grow your own way! Most communities do fine with - a steady weekly post - a check-in - or one helpful touchpoint Consistency beats constant activity. 4. Overthinking the structure People get stuck: - “Should I add more categories?” - “Do I need a challenge?” - “How many modules should it be?” - “Where should this go?” Start small. Add only what you actually use. More sections ≠ more value. 5. Building for imaginary members instead of the real ones A lot of time gets wasted planning for people who don’t exist yet. Build for the people who are here now not the ones you hope might join someday. 6. Trying to be everything for everyone

Skooldoesn’t need to be big or complicated. Most people do way too much when all they need is a simple structure that aligned with what they want. Here are three easy models that work for local and online businesses. Pick the one that fits what you’re doing right now or join here and get a 1:1 action plan. 1. The Hub Good for: small businesses, wellness pros, creatives, service providers This is the “friendly front porch.” People join, get to know you, and get a feel for what you offer. Common features: - a few pinned posts - updates - resources - simple conversations - light engagement It’s great if you want a low-maintenance place where people can drop in and stay connected without you running a full-on community. This is the easiest model to start with. 2. The Clubhouse Good for: group programs, workshops, memberships, mini-communities This one is a little more focused. People join because they're learning something together or working toward the same goal. It usually includes: - weekly or monthly themes - challenges - a course or two - Q&A posts - simple accountability You don’t need to run live calls unless you want to. Even one or two steady touchpoints each month keep it moving. 3. The Combo Good for: coaches, educators, specialists, creators with programs This is where Skool really shines. You have: - your course(s) - your community - your announcements - your upgrades - your events 👉 All in one place. 👈 People learn, talk, and stay engaged... - without hopping between apps or platforms - without algorithm throttling or platform censorship - without ads from your competitors shown in your feed Simple for you and easy for them This is why this setup works so well for most service-based pros. ❓ Which one should you choose ❓ A quick way to think about it: - If you just want a simple space → Hub - If you want group momentum → Clubhouse - If you teach or support clients → Combo

A lot of people think they need a big fancy website. Here's the truth: most websites sit there collecting dust while you’re trying to figure out what to put on them, how to update them, and how to get anyone to even see them. Meanwhile, Skool quietly does what business owners actually need: - brings people together - keeps them engaged - builds trust & loyalty - makes offers easier - and helps you stay connected without extra tech Let’s break down why a simple Skool community usually does a better job than a traditional website. 1. Websites wait - Communities connect A website is basically a digital brochure. While it might be nice to have it doesn’t do much by itself. A Skool community, even a tiny one, lets people: - interact - ask questions - share wins - see what you’re all about - get support People stick around because they feel something, not because they read something. 2. Websites need traffic. Skool generates traffic Websites sit alone on the internet waiting for people show up. Skool has: - built-in discovery search - millions of people searching - billions of views daily - filter by categories - leaderboards spotlights - a million more active members every 2 weeks - trending posts pinned for extra visibility - When you post inside a Skool community, people are more likely to actually see it in relevant timing. Skool is a platform where showing up benefits you. A website is a place where you do all the work yourself.