Online Community
During talk about social networking, most people automatically think of Facebook and Twitter but these two sites are just the tip of the social scene. There are other good quality general network sites like Wiser Earth and Care2 and other “cause” specific destinations like PickensPlan and Sierra Club’s Activist Network.
Ning is an excellent platform for promoting community based Non-profit socializing. There service connects 1.6 million users and organizers say they find that “organizations and non-profits that use Ning to develop a deeper level of conversation and engagement with their members.
Successful networks have some things in common:
- Build a cause. Make your network something that speaks to people, a place where they can meet and interact with like-minded individuals.
- Listen. Plan for evaluating and responding to your audience and members, figure out the conversations and themes that people find relevant and offer support and advice. Collaboration and collective action through understanding is the key to attracting a faithful membership.
- Choose a platform that suits your needs. Different platforms offer different styles of service, some are great with privacy, other are highly integrated worldwide networks, while some provide great facilities for information sharing. Before choosing, think about what service you will provide.
- Provide value. Getting information from customers is great but make sure they feel they are getting something in return.
- Keep in touch. Maintain contact with the general networks, Linkedin, Facebook and Twitter are where any niche market will find members lurking.
For further advice on social networks and community building contact Forescene, the New York web developers who can help you get started.
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