BGG Exclusive - Online Community Startup Guide

We will not start to see an up tick in the economic recession until the end of the year. Until then there will be an unprecedented number of layoffs growing the ranks of the unemployed to all time highs. Many smart people will be out of work until the economy starts to pick up early next year. Some of these knowledge workers will choose entrepreneurship as a way to make money until things pick up. And then there will be a talent war to pick the best and the brightest for new and exciting projects.

At Blacks Gone Geek, we believe that whether you looking for a job or starting a small business, you will need the same thing, an online presence, a web presence that brings legitimacy to you and your cause. Believe it or not, it has become really easy to get started with little or no financial investment. All it takes is a little time and know how and a passion for building your following online.

This "how to guide" will give you all you need to know to start building your very own onlline community today.

Questions to Answer
What is an online community, social media, social networking?

How much time does it take to build and grow an online community?

Why do we use a web centric model?

Why build an online community (job seekers, churches, non-profits, entrepreneurs)?

What are the steps to create an online community?

Doucment Outline
Introduction
Basic Website
Advanced Website
Blogs
Social Networking Sites
Basic Marketing
Advanced Marketing
Branding
Writing Tips

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