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Hi all! Super User programs are one of those areas that we should all be looking at, but seem to fall towards the bottom half of our to-do list. For those that have at least started a program, what is the biggest impact you are seeing? For those that haven't, what would you hope to see with a program in place? Would love…
Hi everyone! We just signed a contract with HL Vanilla at the end of the year and will be migrating over by mid-year. We're also currently Influitive customers and are likely looking to migrate off that platform. I know SlapFive has an integration with Vanilla, and Base can integrate as well. Would love to hear from anyone…
I am trying to find percentage of returning users to our community? Is there a way we can calculate that in HL Vanilla? We would like to introduce gamification program in an effort to increase engagement and improve retention. I was wondering how can we calculate the success of the program. I would appreciate any advice…
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Hi everyone, I’m excited to share that Higher Logic has launched a new podcast, “Power of Connection,” and I’ll be your host! In each episode, I sit down with business and community leaders who’ve seen firsthand how online communities can create stronger connections with customers. Get practical tips, new ideas, and real…
As a marketer, I rely on UTM parameters all the time. They’re one of the easiest ways to see which emails, social posts, or announcements are sending people to your community and which ones aren’t pulling their weight. So if you’ve ever looked at your analytics and wondered “How did people end up here?” a missing UTM might…
Looking for ways to get even more out of your Vanilla community? We’re excited to invite you to our brand new Vanilla Advisor Summer Series! This is your chance to sit down (virtually!) with our expert Advisor team for a personalized, 30-minute session focused entirely on your community’s success. 💡 What’s in it for you? ✔…
Hi everyone! I wanted to share a bit about my journey customising our community on Higher Logic Vanilla without developer resources in case it's interesting and why I believe it’s something anyone can try. Some context Over the years, I’ve been part of small community teams that didn’t always have the luxury of in-house…
In general, community groups can be invaluable in user research, providing rich insights and facilitating a deeper understanding of user needs and behaviors. They offer access to diverse perspectives, help identify potential issues, and can be used for various research methods such as focus groups, surveys, and…
Good day Community, and thank you @Kirstie Macfarlane. Normally I am asking questions, today I am sharing :-) As Community Managers, we build trust, strengthen brand loyalty, educate clients, reduce formal tickets, and minimize churn. How do we achieve these goals, prove community value, and its impact on the organization?…
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A company decides it’s finally time to build an online community. They buy the software,... The post What It Takes to Be a Great Community Manager with Izzy Neis appeared first on Higher Logic.
It’s a common issue for many organizations—leaning on the same handful of enthusiastic customer advocates... The post Customer Advocates Are Everywhere—You Just Have to Know Where to Look appeared first on Higher Logic.
Proving the value of your online community isn’t always straightforward. You know your community contributes... The post How to Measure the ROI of Community Engagement: A Guide appeared first on Higher Logic.
