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  1. 5 Reasons Why Your Forum Isn't Growing (And how to fix it!)

    Marketing 5 Reasons Why Your Forum Isn't Growing (And how to fix it!)

    Is your forum stuck at growing? It's okay. This happens to a lot of forum owners, including me. It's especially the case nowadays as forums get harder and harder to grow. But never fear, forums are still here and they're still being used. And I'll share with you what has worked for me and...
  2. How to Start, Promote, and Monetize a Blog

    Revenue How to Start, Promote, and Monetize a Blog

    Thinking about starting a blog? You should do it. It allows you to be creative, build your niche authority, and expand your knowledge in related industries. You’ll need traffic though. And you’ll probably want to make some money. I’ll show you how to do all of that using a proven framework and...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 4 min read
    • create a forum forum growth monetization
    • Category: Articles
  3. How to Make Money with a Forum in 2025 and Beyond

    Revenue How to Make Money with a Forum in 2025 and Beyond

    In the old days, we just put up a premium membership and filled our forum with ads and sat back and made money. That was fine until premium memberships got boring and members started using ad blocker technology. Then the money started dropping to a point to where many people don’t see forums...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 4 min read
    • forum profit forum revenue make money online
    • Category: Articles
  4. What Forums Can Learn from Discord and Reddit’s Explosive Growth

    Marketing What Forums Can Learn from Discord and Reddit’s Explosive Growth

    Many forums are struggling with engagement and declining activity. But Discord and Reddit are thriving. Forums are becoming stagnant because they ignore modernization and the evolution of the online community. But forums don’t have to become Discord or Reddit to thrive. They just need to adapt...
  5. Forum Gamification 2.0: Beyond Badges and Titles

    Marketing Forum Gamification 2.0: Beyond Badges and Titles

    Badges, ranks, and post titles have been the staple of forum gamification for many years. However, these forms of gamification are almost laughable because they’re so old and they don’t motivate members enough to see the value in them that we once saw. Forum gamification needs to evolve beyond...
  6. Dealing with Founder Burnout without Letting Your Forum Die

    Management Dealing with Founder Burnout without Letting Your Forum Die

    Running a forum isn’t just a hobby. Oftentimes, it becomes a full-time responsibility. When it becomes that, it can turn into something different than that fun hobby you started discussing. Many forum owners eventually experience burnout. After years of running a forum, creating content, and...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • forum burnout forum owner burnout motivation
    • Category: Articles
  7. How to Keep Veteran Forum Members from Losing Interest

    Management How to Keep Veteran Forum Members from Losing Interest

    Every forum owner loves their veteran members. These are the long-time member with big posts counts and typically years of experience on your forum. However, after years (and sometimes decades) of membership, many of these veteran forum members vanish without a trace. It’s usually because...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • forum members old forum members veteran forum members
    • Category: Articles
  8. How Forum Owners Can Adapt to the Decline of Organic Search Traffic

    Marketing How Forum Owners Can Adapt to the Decline of Organic Search Traffic

    Many forum owners are likely noticing traffic dips. These dips aren’t just occurring on new communities; bigger communities are also likely to seeing them. It’s not a big secret that forums are hurting when it comes to organic search traffic. Google is always updating it’s algorithms. You have...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 4 min read
    • artificial intelligence forum seo google organic search traffic
    • Category: Articles
  9. 22 Tips on How to Onboard New Forum Members

    Moderation 22 Tips on How to Onboard New Forum Members

    Member onboarding is the process of encouraging new members to become active members on your forum. Most forums simply let new members join and then do nothing. They assume the member will become active on their own terms. However, many times the new member doesn’t know what to do next and...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • forum onboarding new member new member onboarding
    • Category: Articles
  10. 39 Ways to Get More Members on Your Forum

    Marketing 39 Ways to Get More Members on Your Forum

    You’ve started a forum and now you want to grow it, right? In order to grow your forum, you have to get more members of your forum. That is easier said than done, right? Luckily for you – the forum owners of the world have been promoting their forums for ages and because of that, there are many...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 6 min read
    • forum promotion get more members on your forum membership
    • Category: Articles
  11. The 3-C Forum Strategy

    Marketing The 3-C Forum Strategy

    I'd love to tell you about my 3-C forum strategy. Running a forum shouldn't be rocket science these days. After you get past the installation and initial setup, it should get a lot easier after that. However, many people struggle with growing forums and that is often the reason they quit...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 2 min read
    • 3-c forum strategy connection consistency content
    • Category: Articles
  12. 10 Forum Growth Hacks You’ve Probably Never Tried (But Should!)

    Marketing 10 Forum Growth Hacks You’ve Probably Never Tried (But Should!)

    Growing your forum is important. Today, it seems that it is getting harder and harder to grow a forum and come up with new tactics for growth. Forums are still a good way to build niche communities online. Forum owners often have to rely on outdated and generic strategies to grow communities...
  13. Blog or Forum?

    Management Blog or Forum?

    Should you start a blog or a forum? If you have to choose between the two, which do you think you would choose? Tell me in the comments below which one you would choose and why? In this article, I’d love to point out the pros and cons of each platform. After this article, you should be able...
  14. How to Plan Your Discussion Forum

    Management How to Plan Your Discussion Forum

    So, you want to create a discussion forum? That’s fantastic! The benefits of having your own discussion forum are numerous. It can seamlessly integrate with your main website, brand, or business, enhancing customer satisfaction and lead generation. But there are also many reasons why you...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 8 min read
    • forum 101 forum creation launching a forum starting a forum
    • Category: Articles
  15. Reigniting a Dying Forum: Strategies for a Fresh Start

    Marketing Reigniting a Dying Forum: Strategies for a Fresh Start

    Running a forum can be incredibly rewarding, but even the most active forums can experience a lull in activity. If your forum is showing signs of stagnation, don’t lose hope—there are plenty of ways to breathe new life into your community. Here are some proven strategies to reignite your forum...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • forum growth forum marketing forum promotion
    • Category: Articles
  16. Shawn Gossman

    Management 13 Ways for Bloggers to Make Their Blogs Better in 2025

    As the digital landscape evolves, so does the art and science of blogging. In 2025, staying ahead of the curve means not only keeping up with the latest trends but also mastering timeless principles. Whether you're a seasoned blogger or just starting out, these 13 strategies will help you...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 2 min read
    • 2025 blog profit blog promotion blogging 2025 blogging goals
    • Category: Articles
  17. 24 Things Forum Owners Should Be Doing in 2025

    Management 24 Things Forum Owners Should Be Doing in 2025

    Running a successful forum in 2025 requires adaptability, innovation, and a keen understanding of online community dynamics. Here are 24 actionable strategies to make your forum thrive in the coming year: 1. Prioritize User Experience (UX) Ensure your forum is intuitive, mobile-friendly, and...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • forum article forum management forum marketing
    • Category: Articles
  18. 20 Unique and Lesser-Known Ways to Make Your Forum More Active

    Marketing 20 Unique and Lesser-Known Ways to Make Your Forum More Active

    Running a forum is rewarding but challenging, especially when trying to maintain an active and engaged community. While traditional strategies like email campaigns and social media promotion are effective, exploring lesser-known methods can give your forum the activity boost it needs. Here are...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • forum activity forum members
    • Category: Articles
  19. Shawn Gossman

    Interview Interview with Forum Software Developer, Arantor.

    This is an interview between me and Arantor who has been a software developer for Simple Machines Forum and various forks. He has programming experience on other projects, as well. I have known Arantor for many years and am honored to be able to conduct this interview with him. He's not a member...
    • Shawn Gossman
    • Article
    • 12 min read
    • arantor interview simple machines forum smf software developer
    • Category: Interviews
  20. Shawn Gossman

    Interview Interview with Forum Owner, Mike30!

    The following is an interview with @Mike30 which is the owner of Forum Race. The theme of this interview revolves around running a paid forum community. Thanks again for letting me interview you. I think it turned out great, especially with your personal story. :) Tell us a little about...
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