The Accelerated Learning Loop: Mutual Benefit & Iterative Evolution + This Week's Wins
PLUS: David Greiner's win and more
Skool Winners Recap
2025-11-18
Headline: Level Up Your Ecosystem – It’s Not Just About Numbers
Let’s be clear: building a thriving community isn’t just about attracting users; it’s about cultivating a dynamic ecosystem where knowledge multiplies. We’re moving beyond transactional growth, embracing a fundamentally iterative loop fueled by mutual benefit. Think of us – we’re proving that scaling isn’t about accumulating followers, but about forging genuine connections that collectively enhance the value for everyone. Like Nate Klein, building a strong community through freemium + sponsorships allows us to organically share expertise and build a loyal base, a powerful engine for expansion.
"A brand is no longer what we tell the consumer it is—it is what consumers tell each other it is."
“A brand is no longer what we tell the consumer it is—it is what consumers tell each other it is.” – Scott Cook. This philosophy highlights the crucial shift – it's about the *collective* understanding, the shared knowledge. That’s where the Accelerated Learning Loop shines. We’re actively designing systems – daily content, live events, Q&A – to proactively refine our curriculum and elevate the overall learning experience, creating a feedback loop that directly strengthens the community’s expertise and increases engagement. We’re building pathways of continuous improvement, consistently optimizing for maximum value.
Pattern Focus: This week’s wins demonstrated how community-led growth, fueled by these patterns, rapidly accelerates value – proving that the value stays with us, impacting each member in significant ways.
This week in Skool Winners, innovative builders proved adaptability by continuously refining their approach, leading to five successful outcomes.
🚀 Jarel hit 50 members in 6 weeks by inviting his wife and co-founder
The Win: Jarel Santiago grew his Skool community to 50 members in just 6 weeks through strategic outreach.
Behind the Win:
- Invited his wife and co-founder first (0–10)
- Invited a few close friends next
- Started with Slack integration for initial communication
- Launched weekly member spotlight posts to build engagement and visibility
Your Takeaway: The first 50 members are the hardest, but building genuine connections is key.
Key Takeaway: Start with personal outreach; it builds trust faster than marketing
Why it matters: Jarel’s 50 members in 6 weeks demonstrates rapid growth through targeted outreach, proving a strategic approach is crucial.
🔥 Jennifer grew her mastermind to almost 200 members in 3 months by leveraging Slack and promoting during holidays
The Win: Jennifer Bennett successfully scaled her mastermind community from 0 to almost 200 members within just 3 months, despite initial challenges.
Behind the Win:
- Used Slack for initial communication and engagement (0–10)
- Started with a few close friends and family members
- Promoted during the holidays to capitalize on natural seasonal spikes in interest
- Maintained momentum through consistent posting and events
Your Takeaway: Don't sleep on holiday promotions. They can drive significant growth when planned strategically.
Key Takeaway: Leverage existing channels for promotion; don't overlook holiday opportunities
Why it matters: Jennifer’s 200 members in 3 months, despite initial challenges, showcases the power of leveraging Slack and holiday promotions for substantial growth.
🔥 Jarel grew his Skool community to over 100 members by focusing on interaction and skill-building
The Win: Jarel Santiago's Skool community expanded from a few friends to over 100 members in just one month, thanks to intentional interactions.
Behind the Win:
- Focused on genuine interaction rather than content sharing (interaction is more valuable)
- Offered skill-building opportunities like courses or challenges within the community
- Maintained a steady stream of posts and events for engagement
Your Takeaway: Interaction builds trust faster. Focus on providing value through interactions, not just posting.
Key Takeaway: Genuine interaction beats content sharing; focus on value delivery
Why it matters: Jarel’s 100 members in one month through interaction demonstrates a key benefit: genuine community connection, driving faster engagement.
✨ Simon got banned and was glad he learned to manage feedback better in the process
The Win: Simon Holley realized the importance of managing community feedback, leading him to take action.
Behind the Win:
- Received a few initial warnings from moderators for inappropriate content (0–10)
- Acknowledged his mistakes and apologized to maintain positive relationships with users
- Implemented stricter moderation policies after receiving more feedback
- Started a community guidelines section on Skooler's forum
Your Takeaway: Don't ignore feedback. Acknowledge it, learn from it, and address concerns proactively.
Key Takeaway: Acknowledge and address feedback; build stronger relationships
Why it matters: Simon’s realization of feedback management is vital; he proactively addressed negative feedback, demonstrating a commitment to positive relationships.
✨ Shondra learned the importance of clarity and precise promises in her community growth
The Win: Shondra Cooper recognized the impact of clarity and precise promises on her community's success.
Behind the Win:
- Realized that clear, precise community guidelines helped members understand expectations better (0–10)
- Clarity scales faster than content, making everything else easier to manage
- Focused on delivering value through consistent communication and engagement
Your Takeaway: Clarity is key. Define your promises clearly from the start; it streamlines everything that follows.
Key Takeaway: Define clear expectations early for smoother community growth
Why it matters: Shondra’s clarity and precise promises helped her build a successful community by defining expectations clearly, streamlining communication, and delivering value.
Okay, here’s a closing crafted to fit your specifications:
“It’s been a remarkable week of growth, a testament to the power of focused effort and mutual benefit. We’ve witnessed a dynamic expansion – David’s community blossomed quickly, Jennifer’s mastermind thrived, Jarel’s Skool community swelled, and Simon’s invaluable feedback management has truly elevated the process.
Today: Take a moment to review your current iteration and identify one small, impactful action you can take to further refine your approach.” --- Let me know if you’d like me to tweak it further!
