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Why Discord Isn't Built for Real Communities
Discord is a brilliant chat app that became the default home for every group. For groups that mostly meet up in real life, it's often the wrong fit. Here's why.
- community
- discord
- opinion
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notes on bringing people together.
Practical, opinionated writing on running groups that last, and how we think about building Crews.
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How Gamification Keeps Communities Alive
Most groups start strong and fade quietly. The ones that last give people a reason to come back. How a little friendly competition helps, and how Crews does it.
- gamification
- engagement
- community
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Building a Community That Doesn't Suck in 2026
Lots of people start a community. Far fewer keep one going. An opinionated, practical guide to building a group people actually want to be part of.
- guide
- community-building
- opinion
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Event-First vs Chat-First Communities: What Works
Should a new community lead with events or with conversation? Both have their place, but for most groups one works much better. Here is the case for event-first.
- events
- community-building
- strategy