Episode 122: Building A Membership Community w/ Hadar Shemesh

Authentic As F*ck with Sun Yi

Authentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, exploring their journeys and dive into their expertise that greatly inspire them.

This week's guest is Hadar Shemesh. Hadar is a linguistics expert and communication coach who’s worked with companies like Google, Microsoft, Facebook, IBM, GM, WeWork, Wix and many more! She has over a million subscribers on her YouTube channel @hadar.shemesh and she's committed to helping people communicate clearly and confidently in English.

In this conversation, Hadar and I discuss the intricacies of managing a membership community, focusing on the challenges of content repetition, the importance of personal development, and strategies for engaging members. We explore the significance of onboarding new members, fostering a supportive environment, and leveraging technology to enhance community interaction.

00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Past Experiences

02:47 Navigating the Challenges of Repetitive Content

05:57 Creating Fresh and Engaging Membership Experiences

09:02 Onboarding New Members Effectively

12:01 The Interconnection of Language Learning and Personal Development

14:58 Building Community and Engagement in Memberships

17:55 Understanding Member Behavior and Engagement

21:00 Encouraging Participation and Overcoming Fear

24:03 Creating a Supportive Environment for Growth

26:59 Balancing Content and Engagement Strategies

29:59 Leveraging Technology for Community Building

32:56 Fostering Connections and Accountability

36:03 Innovative Approaches to Member Engagement

47:36 The Importance of Vulnerability in Sharing Stories

50:08 Creating Comfortable Sharing Environments

52:41 Trust and Confidence in Sharing

56:26 Measuring Success in Community Engagement

58:12 Understanding Different Member Needs

01:00:10 The Value of Member Feedback

01:02:10 Navigating Content Creation Challenges

01:04:12 Shifts in Content Consumption

01:06:47 The Balance Between Quantity and Quality

01:10:50 Visualizing Future Goals

01:12:43 Relearning Important Lessons

01:16:21 Finding Balance in Expectations

01:18:51 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

01:20:45 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement

01:22:38 Understanding Different Feedback Needs

01:26:45 Creating Urgency in Membership Enrollment

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