Episode 9

Engage Mode: Activated! Crafting a Welcome Series That Captivate

Discover how to create a captivating welcome series for your community at "The Welcome Workshop - Where First Hellos Lead to Lasting Engagement." This workshop will equip you with the skills to make memorable first impressions. Mark your calendar for April 10, 2024, at 2pm EDT. Secure your spot by RSVPing here: The Welcome Workshop RSVP.

Discover how to warmly welcome and guide new members through their community journey with precision and flair using the "Steal My Welcome Series Blueprint," a comprehensive guide covering every step from the initial "hello" to the final pitch, available at here: https://rachelbusinesscoach.com/freebie-or-steal-my-welcome-series-blueprint

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In this episode we deep dive into the nuances of crafting captivating welcome series for both free and paid communities. I share my balanced approach to automation and personal touches that keep members engaged long after their initial sign-up.

  • The Essence of Welcome Series: Understand the balance between automation and personal touch in welcoming new community members.
  • Key Tools and Strategies: Insights on using email marketing and platforms like Flowdesk for effective community engagement.
  • After the Welcome: Strategies for maintaining engagement, including content drops, workshops, and personalized follow-ups.
  • Free Resource Alert: "Steal My Welcome Series Blueprint" freebie and an announcement of an upcoming workshop focused on email marketing with Flodesk.
  • 01:45 Diving Deep into Email Marketing for Community Building
  • 03:02 Crafting the Perfect Welcome Series: A Step-by-Step Guide
  • 06:25 The Power of Automation and Personal Touch in Community Engagement
  • 17:51 Introducing Flodesk: Revolutionizing Email Marketing
  • 19:34 Beyond the Welcome Series: Nurturing Your Community with Intention
  • 27:34 Looking Ahead: Workshops and Continuous Engagement

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Rachel Starr

Hi friends! I'm Rachel Starr – founder of coCreator Society and community strategist with 20+ years of helping creators build thriving businesses and communities.

I'm basically Leslie Knope with tech skills, turning complex community challenges into strategic solutions. From my podcast "Your Community Strategist" to building The Co-Op community, I'm all about helping creators connect, collaborate, and grow without the overwhelm.

When I'm not building platforms that actually work for people, you'll find me on the ski slopes, caffeinating heavily, or wrangling two awesome teenagers. I believe the best business happens when great people find each other – which is exactly why coCreator Society exists.

Here's to new adventures, epic collaborations, and really good coffee!