Nov '25 (edited) • Posts
Courtesy Notice: This Community Will Be Going Public
EDIT: To honor the privacy of everyone, I'm cleaning the community up first. It takes a bit of time to do so, but I'm about 1/2 way there.
I want to give everyone plenty of time and transparency around an upcoming change. Starting December 1, this group will shift to a public setting. This means anything posted inside will be viewable to anyone, so please take time now to remove or edit anything you would not want visible publicly.
This is also your chance to post about your community while I still have posting open for members. After December 1, only commenting will be available.
There may be a name change as well. Still undecided on that.
If being part of a public space no longer feels aligned for you, this also gives you time to leave without pressure. No hard feelings whatsoever.
This decision connects directly to how I recommend using Skool. A free public community supports SEO and AI discoverability, which helps the right people find practical guidance when they need it most. From there, they can choose to go deeper through paid or tiered communities.
What you will continue to see here is focused, practical content that breaks down Skool features, community building strategies, announcements, and new updates in a way that supports you in making smarter decisions for your own community. The goal is for you to clearly understand what to do and why it matters for your growth and visibility.
There will also be special things I do here for my paid members (yes, there is a paid community, but that is getting some changes as well.. which is why it's hidden from my profile til changes are made), such as featuring their communities under specific circumstances, while still keeping this space valuable and educational for everyone.
Why now?
Things shifted when I became a Skoolers moderator. My goal is to make learning more open and more accessible so more people can build stronger communities, avoid common missteps, and feel more confident navigating this platform.
I also want to be transparent about standards while keeping this space welcoming. Many people who have been moderated in Skoolers have come here because they genuinely want to understand Skool better and improve their own communities, and I truly appreciate that. I am glad you are here and I am happy to support your growth and learning.
This space is meant for people who want to show up with respect, curiosity, and a willingness to improve. On rare occasions, I have removed or banned individuals who were not here for that purpose and instead brought unnecessary negativity or conflict in regards to being moderated. That is not the environment I stand for. This community will remain grounded, respectful, and focused on growth through action.
If you are here to learn, improve, and understand how to build a stronger community, I am glad you are here. If not, this is your opportunity to choose what feels right for you. 🫶
ALSO, Huge Thank You To EVERY Single One Of You For Being Here! Whether you stay or go, I want you to know I have appreciated each of you even if you just observed. Thank you for gifting me with the opportunity to share with you. :)
Also, super curious to know if you have a public community yet?
YES! I love it!
No, not yet.
I didn't know there was an option for that.
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