Membership sites are everywhere.
It seems like every week someone is coming up with another idea for a membership-based group, everything from sites for writers to new moms, from bloggers to podcasters.
Membership sites are very popular, with many folks belonging to several at any one time.
What is a membership site? Here are some of the most common characteristics of such an organization.
1.
Membership sites are hosted online and are housed behind a private, password-protected site.
There are a number of software packages available which can be used to create a membership site.
2.
They are a place for people to come together who share a common interest.
3.
They provide a venue for you to learn about something for the first time.
Because membership sites are typically focused on a single niche, they offer you the "full immersion" experience where you're surrounded by a lot of content and many knowledgeable participants.
This allows you to learn faster, easier and with less effort.
4.
People join them for several reasons: for the mere social aspects; to deepen their knowledge; to share what they know with others; and to actively mentor or coach others.
5.
The social or community aspect of the membership site is of great importance.
Sometimes there are forums or some other way for members to communicate with each other.
Also, there are often opportunities to interface with the founders or leaders of the site.
6.
The content is typically varied and can include everything from text, audio and video, to teleclasses.
Some membership sites also host live events so members can actually meet each other face-to-face.
7.
Membership site content is typically updated on a regular basis which is one of the main reasons people join.
They want a steady stream of fresh, updated information.
A lot of content is also generated by members through their interaction and sharing with each other through various discussion forums.
8.
Membership sites typically charge monthly dues, although some charge quarter or annually.
9.
They tout that they are providing access to information or teachings that are not available anywhere else.
10.
The charisma of the founder or leader of the site, combined with the promise of knowledge that can lead to more health, wealth, or happiness are typically the strong draws to encouraging signups and sustaining monthly memberships.
It seems like every week someone is coming up with another idea for a membership-based group, everything from sites for writers to new moms, from bloggers to podcasters.
Membership sites are very popular, with many folks belonging to several at any one time.
What is a membership site? Here are some of the most common characteristics of such an organization.
1.
Membership sites are hosted online and are housed behind a private, password-protected site.
There are a number of software packages available which can be used to create a membership site.
2.
They are a place for people to come together who share a common interest.
3.
They provide a venue for you to learn about something for the first time.
Because membership sites are typically focused on a single niche, they offer you the "full immersion" experience where you're surrounded by a lot of content and many knowledgeable participants.
This allows you to learn faster, easier and with less effort.
4.
People join them for several reasons: for the mere social aspects; to deepen their knowledge; to share what they know with others; and to actively mentor or coach others.
5.
The social or community aspect of the membership site is of great importance.
Sometimes there are forums or some other way for members to communicate with each other.
Also, there are often opportunities to interface with the founders or leaders of the site.
6.
The content is typically varied and can include everything from text, audio and video, to teleclasses.
Some membership sites also host live events so members can actually meet each other face-to-face.
7.
Membership site content is typically updated on a regular basis which is one of the main reasons people join.
They want a steady stream of fresh, updated information.
A lot of content is also generated by members through their interaction and sharing with each other through various discussion forums.
8.
Membership sites typically charge monthly dues, although some charge quarter or annually.
9.
They tout that they are providing access to information or teachings that are not available anywhere else.
10.
The charisma of the founder or leader of the site, combined with the promise of knowledge that can lead to more health, wealth, or happiness are typically the strong draws to encouraging signups and sustaining monthly memberships.
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