Online communities are powerful tools but they will not form themselves. They need encouragement and nurturing to grow. In most online communities the contributions come from only 10% of the members, with the vast majority of contribution coming from only 1% of the community. Obtaining contributions is not easy, but we can help you.

A blank canvass can be intimidating so Woodapple can provide seeding content crafted in such a way as to both remove the unease of the empty space and to act as an exemplar of the focus and standards of the community. Active communities are attractive communities but they must start somewhere.

It is also critical that member contributions are recognised and further contributions encouraged. By engaging with early contributors we can help you create a friendly inviting environment that will encourage new contributors in to join the endeavour. Commenting on and rating submissions and guiding members to areas of the community likely to be of interest to them helps to accelerate community development.

Acting as hosts and guides in your community Woodapple will significantly lower the threshold to participation. We can breathe now life into your flagging community or ensure that your fresh one gets of to the best possible start.