{"id":7320,"date":"2020-08-10T11:16:23","date_gmt":"2020-08-10T09:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/?p=7320"},"modified":"2023-04-04T16:25:51","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T14:25:51","slug":"best-tools-community-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/community-management\/best-tools-community-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tools for Advanced Community Management"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-2cdf7606      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#difficulties-faced-when-managing-an-online-community\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Difficulties faced when managing an online community<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#community-management-areas\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Community management areas<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#community-page-creation\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Community Page Creation<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#communication\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Communication<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#developer-relations-devrel\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Developer Relations (DevRel)<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#social-media\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Social Media<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#blogging-and-emailing\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Blogging and Emailing<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#event-organization-and-management\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Event Organization and Management<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ticketing\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Ticketing<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#subscriptions\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Subscriptions<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#personal-and-team-task-management\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Personal and team task management<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#calendars-and-reminders\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Calendars and reminders<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#time-management\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Time Management<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#automation\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Automation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#the-right-tools-for-community-managers\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">The right tools for community managers<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#codemotion-community-platform\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Codemotion Community Platform<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#trello\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Trello<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#eventbrite\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Eventbrite<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#asana\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Asana<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#meetup\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Meetup<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#discourse\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Discourse<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#buffer\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Buffer<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#hootsuite\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Hootsuite<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#final-thoughts\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/ul><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-JL7TfK wp-block-paragraph\">As you already <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-7fb50f00\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/knowledge\">know<\/span>, there are hundreds of <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-17d75943\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> tech <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-ae639703\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">communities<\/span>. Some of the most renowned communities belong to corporate <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-10deac32\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/company\">companies<\/span> &#8211; only a few have achieved widespread recognition while maintaining their independence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-voZY4X wp-block-paragraph\">Nonetheless, there are literally thousands more communities out there that are struggling to get the acknowledgement they deserve, and many others striving to get started. The key to success is careful&nbsp; <span id=\"urn:enhancement-7364a2cd\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/management\">management<\/span>. Without this, a <span id=\"urn:enhancement-3d6bc755\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> will neither live up to its potential nor fulfil its <span id=\"urn:enhancement-dbe7b24d\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/role\">role<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-68BMgf wp-block-paragraph\">At <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-5e56c792\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-organization\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/codemotion\">Codemotion<\/span>, we believe that this disaster needs a solution as we are convinced that tech <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-5e2639dd\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">communities<\/span> are vital for <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-31d4949e\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/innovation\">innovation<\/span> and technological advancement. Luckily, there are quite a few <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-fbcd2909\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/tool\">tools<\/span> that can help <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-bbc92089\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> managers stay at the top of their <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-11f5ffe8\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/game\">game<\/span> and get good results fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-HhWljR wp-block-paragraph\">[jwp-video n=&#8221;1&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-zzcxJv\" id=\"h-difficulties-faced-when-managing-an-online-community\">Difficulties faced when managing an online community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-L0UBmT wp-block-paragraph\">Managing a tech <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-98f143fb\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> as a <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-ae76b041\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/software_developer\">developer<\/span> has the potential to be one of the most challenging things you\u2019ve ever done in your life. First of all, you\u2019ll be dealing with <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-171d6a9\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/information_technology\">professionals<\/span> like yourself, so you need to be at the peak of your <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-92487493\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/game\">game<\/span>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-xOsknU wp-block-paragraph\">You won\u2019t have time to waste on fact-checking or ensuring the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-5f465e01\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">community<\/span> runs smoothly. To communicate with other <span id=\"urn:enhancement-6c91db97\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/software_developer\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">developers<\/span> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/dev-hub\/community-manager\/better-community-manager\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">be a proactive developer <span id=\"urn:local-annotation-604455\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community_manager\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">community manager<\/span><\/a>, you need the right <span id=\"urn:enhancement-1e06db5d\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/tool\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">tools<\/span> for the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-dfea7bd3\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/job\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">job<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-qbIGjl wp-block-paragraph\">Secondly, you\u2019ll probably struggle to find the time to manage your growing <span id=\"urn:enhancement-15ca6a4f\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> as a <span id=\"urn:enhancement-c662bef9\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/side_project\">side project<\/span> while working full-time at your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-c2024730\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/job\">job<\/span>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-E9bri9 wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, you\u2019ll have a unique opportunity to gain visibility and share your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-2bcdde8\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/knowledge\">knowledge<\/span> with others while learning from your peers. All in all, managing an <span id=\"urn:enhancement-59ff0bab\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> <span id=\"urn:enhancement-66334d0\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> is a great way to share your passion, keep up with what is going on and sharpen your skillset.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-FSeW1Z wp-block-paragraph\">Being a developer <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-f9a2823d\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> manager demands self-denial and humility, and it takes time to develop these traits. You\u2019ll be happy to know that there is hope for you! To start with, there are plenty of <strong style=\"user-select: auto;\"><span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-5997b6b7\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/tool\">tools<\/span> <\/strong>that will simplify and even automate the <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-60c8c52c\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/process_computing\">process<\/span> for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-Rdxy31 wp-block-paragraph\">Before we delve into these tools, let\u2019s run through the most important areas you\u2019ll be involved in as the manager of your own <span id=\"urn:enhancement-ff0ea227\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-GsfPZN\" id=\"h-community-management-areas\">Community management areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-tA922F wp-block-paragraph\">Your first goal should be to identify the areas that need to be managed to make your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-41456cdf\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> a success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-Kj7DW8\" id=\"h-community-page-creation\">Community Page Creation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-lDIfJo wp-block-paragraph\">Creating your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-a33f25b3\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> page has to come at the top of your list &#8211; it\u2019s the central place for <span id=\"urn:enhancement-c9747686\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/people\">people<\/span> to meet and share information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-HCINoQ\" id=\"h-communication\">Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-VQF6qp wp-block-paragraph\">The page itself is essential, but it\u2019s only a starting point. You need to encourage <span id=\"urn:enhancement-87bca538\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/people\">people<\/span> to react to your postings and create their own <span id=\"urn:enhancement-6224eb04\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/content_media\">content<\/span>. The most important part of an <span id=\"urn:enhancement-50ac5803\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> <span id=\"urn:enhancement-bc3915dc\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> is the ability to share information, debate, and learn!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-ukeYHO wp-block-paragraph\"><span id=\"urn:enhancement-8b5ee950\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/communication\">Communication<\/span> means that members can share their views and you are able to connect with them to provide updates, event news, and share your own <span id=\"urn:enhancement-caa0a92\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/knowledge\">knowledge<\/span>, which can be a great way to get a debate started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-QTG5OT\" id=\"h-developer-relations-devrel\">Developer Relations (DevRel)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-Fc0Y1t wp-block-paragraph\">DevRel is simply building a <span id=\"urn:enhancement-9c62db4c\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/interpersonal_relationship\">relationship<\/span> with <span id=\"urn:enhancement-58dd45d5\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/software_developer\">developers<\/span> either within or external to your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-20ce427b\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>. It\u2019s important to build these <span id=\"urn:enhancement-d898f16d\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/interpersonal_relationship\">relationships<\/span> in order to stay ahead of technological <span id=\"urn:enhancement-3752c823\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/economic_development\">developments<\/span>. By getting <span id=\"urn:enhancement-f54d7452\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/software_developer\">developers<\/span> to contribute to your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-32a0ab59\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> you can make sure they, and you, stay relevant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-RkbPg7\" id=\"h-social-media\">Social Media<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-gU7yfx wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re probably going to want to link to as many<span id=\"urn:local-annotation-556178\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/social_media\"> social media<\/span> accounts as possible, as this will increase the number of <span id=\"urn:enhancement-516f1132\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/people\">people<\/span> who know about your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-7bf7c766\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>. It is a good idea, although when you first start your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-b4827bb\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_community\">online community<\/span> you may prefer to focus on the most popular <span id=\"urn:enhancement-40584cef\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/social\">social<\/span> media sites, such as <span id=\"urn:enhancement-6f3d9f74\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-creative-work\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/facebook\">Facebook<\/span> and <span id=\"urn:enhancement-f0cb6e3d\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-organization\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/twitter\">Twitter<\/span>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-sFPiRu wp-block-paragraph\">All you have to do is create an account with these social media sites and connect it to your online community. This will allow people to connect through <span id=\"urn:enhancement-c7ffe5a4\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/social\">social<\/span> media and for you to spread <span id=\"urn:enhancement-46e0fbdb\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/knowledge\">knowledge<\/span> of the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-5f3cb7ea\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> to those that may be interested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-pWtgwe\" id=\"h-blogging-and-emailing\">Blogging and Emailing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-qlrUfv wp-block-paragraph\">You need to be able to add <span id=\"urn:enhancement-cbb0b044\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/blog\">blogs<\/span> to your site and <span id=\"urn:enhancement-5effcfe3\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/email\">email<\/span> blog posts, as well as other pertinent information, to your members. There is no way to automate the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-fa0cbeaa\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/content_media\">content<\/span>, although you can sub-contract the writing and automate postings across <span id=\"urn:enhancement-31d32853\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/social\">social<\/span> media accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-DwkmXa wp-block-paragraph\">Writing blogs helps to build the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-959eaf91\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> and attract new members, as does using <span id=\"urn:enhancement-ad628f97\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/email\">email<\/span> lists to talk directly to potential members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-wW13rY\" id=\"h-event-organization-and-management\">Event Organization and Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-PfjDnV wp-block-paragraph\">This is essential to building a <span id=\"urn:enhancement-96fc688e\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>. It provides the opportunity for members to meet each other and share views. At the same time, potential members can get a feel for the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-fcf67ce6\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_community\">online community<\/span> and may be persuaded to join.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-jwV4IN\" id=\"h-ticketing\">Ticketing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-svdUWY wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, if you\u2019re creating an <span id=\"urn:enhancement-3802c5cc\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_community\">online community<\/span> and posting events you\u2019re going to need a ticketing solution that allows members to book their space at your event and make payments, if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-xRQAF8\" id=\"h-subscriptions\">Subscriptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-HGe48Q wp-block-paragraph\">In a similar vein, whether or not your members are asked to pay for membership, you need to keep track of who has subscribed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-d1CYhx wp-block-paragraph\">This will allow you to contact members, assess current membership statistics, and devise ways to target more <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-d07cb816\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/people\">people<\/span> with the same interests. This information can even help you to diversify the appeal of your <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-b066a5aa\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-5663be55\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-TcAOwR\" id=\"h-personal-and-team-task-management\">Personal and team task management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-hocnWr wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re lucky enough to have co-founders or dedicated first members, they may be willing to share the running of the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-3bee4666\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> and <span id=\"urn:enhancement-51b72e23\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/organizing_management\">organizing<\/span> events. If this is the case you need to have the right <span id=\"urn:enhancement-4f0820a3\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/software\">software<\/span> to <span id=\"urn:enhancement-2e998e6e\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/organizing_management\">organize<\/span> the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-ace47d73\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/team\">team<\/span> and coordinate the various tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-1q37I7\" id=\"h-calendars-and-reminders\">Calendars and reminders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-r9vi1U wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re going to need to put reminders and important dates on your calendars and those of your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-525bc918\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/team\">team<\/span>. This should be handled by <span id=\"urn:enhancement-7fbfe27a\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/team\">team<\/span> <span id=\"urn:enhancement-97e4abeb\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/project_management_software\">management software<\/span> but it\u2019s important to be aware of how essential this is.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-XnujdV\" id=\"h-time-management\">Time Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-lZThJD wp-block-paragraph\">Likewise, managing your time and the time of any helpers will help you to focus on providing quality <span id=\"urn:enhancement-1b14bb35\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/content_media\">content<\/span> to your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-e4431691\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> and monitoring the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-d535ff3\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> to ensure everyone abides by the rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-Sznlm4\" id=\"h-automation\">Automation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-c42Xau wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, you need to consider what <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-f90bc13a\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/tool\">tools<\/span> are available to help you automate as many <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-748640a8\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/process_computing\">processes<\/span> as possible. This will help to reduce the demands on your time &#8211; essential if you\u2019re going to build a successful and flourishing <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-93ea2a44\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> tech <span style=\"user-select: auto;\" id=\"urn:enhancement-edd50fa0\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large eplus-S6xEY1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Community-Management-Tools-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"TTech Communuty\" class=\"wp-image-9508\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-ZNr2PA\" id=\"h-the-right-tools-for-community-managers\">The right tools for community managers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-ja051P wp-block-paragraph\">The real aim of creating an <span id=\"urn:enhancement-58ad6401\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> <span id=\"urn:enhancement-d74a1df6\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> is to share <span id=\"urn:enhancement-5438c30\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/knowledge\">knowledge<\/span> and build closeness between your members. You should gain as much out of the community as your members do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-WoUHEG wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re probably doing this without pay, which means streamlining the above elements is essential; the fewer <span id=\"urn:enhancement-985ec002\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/tool\">tools<\/span> you use to control all the above elements, the easier it will be for you to manage the <span id=\"urn:enhancement-3155a6b2\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span> and enjoy being part of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-Nurb8W wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that you only need a handful of <span id=\"urn:enhancement-50cc4132\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/tool\">tools<\/span> to get you started. The majority of those on offer will help you handle all of the above categories. Take a look at these, try them today, and start building and managing your <span id=\"urn:enhancement-33a4e3dd\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/online_and_offline\">online<\/span> tech <span id=\"urn:enhancement-e161cf1\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\">community<\/span>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-rptKiT\" id=\"h-codemotion-community-platform\">Codemotion Community Platform<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-9vDK4w wp-block-paragraph\">Codemotion offers the ultimate <span id=\"urn:enhancement-5eaa4b5d\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated wl-thing\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/community\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">community<\/span> page startup. <a style=\"user-select: auto;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/dev-hub\/community-manager\/codemotion-community-platform-full-user-guide\/\" class=\"ek-link\">This easy-to-use guide<\/a> will take you through selecting a topic to choosing a physical location, and several other pertinent details. The page will then be approved by the Codemotion team before it can go live. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-LDoeJa wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019re all set, you\u2019ll get access to an in-house meetup option to create and manage local events, a list of potential speakers to invite and the ability to manage emails. Alongside all of this, the system allows you to register, monitor, and contact event participants.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-3CQab4 wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-bc0mgn wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free forever<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Covers community creation, event management, and communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agenda builder feature to organize talks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to other tech professionals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-tol59a wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-HCOA9m wp-block-list\">\n<li>Occasional bug issues (but we\u2019re on it!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-bbuD02\" id=\"h-trello\">Trello<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-SxchDt wp-block-paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/trello.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span id=\"urn:local-annotation-635760\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/trello\">Trello<\/span><\/a> is designed as a project management tool. This means you can use it to communicate efficiently with your supporting members. It will allow you to create a project, assign it to a team member, and track its progress. All communication can be completed in the <span id=\"urn:local-annotation-867959\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/mobile_app\">app<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-UQlNmQ\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eplus-gdsKfi wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-XNxrWK wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrates with a multitude of other apps, including <span id=\"urn:local-annotation-395633\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/slack_software\">Slack<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free option with a good range of functions, extras available with the paid option<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile app is excellent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-ti6XDs wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-ztqZGF wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lack of reports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-hQe6sD\" id=\"h-eventbrite\">Eventbrite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-gFgh1k wp-block-paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span id=\"urn:local-annotation-942644\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/eventbrite\">Eventbrite<\/span> <\/a>a good option for managing events and can be used to supervise subscriptions, attendance, and ticketing issues. It\u2019s very easy to use and is especially hepful if you want to spend time on and at the event, instead of on sorting a registration process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-Hu67kQ wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-O5UslC wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enforces registration for events, ideal for tracking attendee numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor replies to event invites and reports back to you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Syncs smoothly with email providers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-CNvLF8 wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-vlRnKc wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is just for registering and ticketing &#8211; you\u2019ll need a more advanced tool to encourage more member interaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not specific for tech events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-lnLbIv\" id=\"h-asana\">Asana<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-ASJghQ wp-block-paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/asana.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span id=\"urn:local-annotation-210627\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/asana\">Asana<\/span><\/a> is another task\/project management tool. For more advanced users, it has an array of facilities; a key option is workflow management. Asana doesn\u2019t offer time tracking but will ensure you\u2019re up to date with any work in progress and corresponding developments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-sWr71R wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-96k1MH wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sleek, modern interface with a speedy response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plenty of useful features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free version&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timeline feature allows visibility of team members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-Xkk2sY wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-JYLYdr wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inability to switch between task and Kanban views after you\u2019ve created the project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s not designed for graphics-heavy applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large eplus-t0h9lc\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Dev-Community-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Community Management Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9511\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-FFQJ5m\" id=\"h-meetup\">Meetup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-i8fyPu wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking to expand your influence then you\u2019ll want to use <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span id=\"urn:local-annotation-944489\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/meetup_website\">Meetup<\/span><\/a> to increase your appeal. Meetup works along the same lines as Codemotion, offering events in the area and allowing you to create your own events and offer them to interested parties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-xfq2wv wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-ZvE4HD wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easy to navigate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An array of event possibilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attendee management features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free, except for creating meetups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-EJY2GE wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-AwuiWT wp-block-list\">\n<li>Location limits when searching for events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-0IwaUr\" id=\"h-discourse\">Discourse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-oaaBmY wp-block-paragraph\">This app is designed to encourage communication. The user interface is simple with <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" style=\"user-select: auto;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discourse.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Discourse<\/a> and you can try it for free. The app integrates easily with Slack, <span id=\"urn:local-annotation-379194\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/wordpress\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">WordPress<\/span>, <span id=\"urn:local-annotation-667613\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/google_analytics\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">Google Analytics<\/span>, and a host of other systems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-gZpL7S wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll also like the automatic trust system that encourages fruitful communication across the whole community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-23RnjB wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-bjIDJd wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s open-source, perfect for a tech community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent integration to other platforms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated tagging system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile friendly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customizable&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-5Wghwb wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-gaUEDC wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitoring and managing threads can be complicated due to lack of tree structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional custom options would be beneficial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-DRTWuZ\" id=\"h-buffer\">Buffer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-fxzcYh wp-block-paragraph\"><a style=\"user-select: auto;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.codemotion.com\/magazine\/dev-hub\/community-manager\/community-management-at-buffer\/\">Buffer<\/a> allows you to create your content and queue it up to be posted to multiple social media channels whenever you want. It also allows you to analyse campaigns and see reports into customer growth, helping you to choose the right strategies to improve your campaigns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-Al0Hvu wp-block-paragraph\">A free version allows you to manage up to 3 channels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-VQ9IXb wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-GnMJae wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free trial<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to use and works very well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drag and drop facility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RSS feed a browser extension possibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-442Fi4 wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-T3WSza wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advanced analytics only available in paid option<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other apps may offer a broader range of features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-8MkLzB\" id=\"h-hootsuite\">Hootsuite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-ZgqHX4 wp-block-paragraph\">This is a fantastic tool for monitoring tweets, content, and other posts. You simply select the relevant keywords and <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" style=\"user-select: auto;\" href=\"https:\/\/hootsuite.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span id=\"urn:local-annotation-955259\" class=\"textannotation disambiguated\" itemid=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl01770\/entity\/hootsuite\" style=\"user-select: auto;\">Hootsuite<\/span><\/a> will monitor what is going on across the web, giving you the necessary feedback. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-0oanz1 wp-block-paragraph\">It also allows you to track positive and negative comments and react accordingly, so it\u2019s invaluable in maintaining a positive reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-IORO7F wp-block-paragraph\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-puVOQ0 wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comprehensive monitoring ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Well established, known, and respected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy keyword monitoring and post scheduling facilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-5qKUV9 wp-block-paragraph\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-mLOAYS wp-block-list\">\n<li>An array of add-ons quickly increases the cost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reports could use additional depth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No free version<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-gGR8IV\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-S2J70S wp-block-paragraph\">Starting and managing a tech community takes time, effort, and dedication. Nevertheless, with the right tools and a commitment to being a good community manager, you\u2019ll find that it can actually be fun, as well as beneficial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-lLh1L1 wp-block-paragraph\">The fact that you\u2019ll connect with lots of interesting people and learn from them can be seen as a bonus. After all, that is what the tech community is best at doing &#8211; sharing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-rHgnEk wp-block-paragraph\">If you need help to start your tech community or make it grow consistently, <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" style=\"user-select: auto;\" href=\"mailto:lorenzo.ermigiotti@codemotion.it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">do get in touch with us<\/a>. 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