The Accelerated Resonance of Shared Knowledge + This Week's Wins
PLUS: David Greiner's win and more
Skool Winners Recap
2025-11-17
Let’s build ripples, not just waves. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, simply attracting users isn’t enough; true scaling demands a fundamental shift in focus – cultivating a dynamic, interconnected community fueled by shared knowledge. Think of it as a feedback loop, where engagement multiplies, validating itself through repeated interaction and bolstering retention. Historically, companies like Bezos – pioneering Amazon’s early growth through customer reviews and community forums – brilliantly leveraged this principle, demonstrating the power of organic growth and validated insights. Similarly, the Rockefeller method, built on a network of advisors and mutual support, consistently scaled through collaborative innovation.
“Your first 100 members teach you everything your next 10,000 will need.” This echoes the core of Skool’s strategy: consistently delivering valuable content and fostering genuine connection, accelerating the expansion of a self-sustaining ecosystem. We’ll be meticulously weaving patterns of shared understanding and active participation – daily content, live events, and expertly timed email sequences – to solidify this resonance.
"A brand is no longer what we tell the consumer it is—it is what consumers tell each other it is."
Let’s build this resonance, iteratively. This isn’t about simply accumulating members; it’s about creating a system where this collective knowledge organically expands, exponentially enhancing value and fostering lasting, engaged participation – a constant cycle of growth and validation.
This week in Skool Winners, innovation builders proved transformative by iteratively expanding knowledge, leading to five remarkable successes.
🚀 The first 50 members are the hardest — not Charlie Munger
The Win: David Greiner grew his Skool community to 50 members in about 6 weeks by focusing on a niche offer.
Behind the Win:
- Invited 3 friends and family members first (made the initial outreach easier)
- Used Slack for communication (easy to manage and scale)
- Offered an introductory membership at $9.95 (attracted early adopters)
Your Takeaway: Niche focus makes community building more achievable, especially in a crowded market.
Key Takeaway: Focus on niche offers for quicker member growth
Why it matters: A 50-member Skool community is crucial for rapid growth; early adopters are essential for initial momentum.
🔥 Here's How I Migrated My Mastermind and Grew to Almost 200 Members in 3 Months
The Win: Jennifer Bennett successfully migrated her mastermind from email to Slack, growing it to almost 200 members within three months.
Behind the Win:
- Started with a free trial on Slack (lower barrier for new members)
- Used weekly live Q&A sessions (kept community engaged and informed about updates)
- Promoted heavily during holidays (boosted growth despite lower activity periods)
Your Takeaway: Continuous improvement is key. Adapt to where your community thrives best, whether it's email or a different platform.
Key Takeaway: Adapt to the medium that resonates most with your community
Why it matters: Achieving 200 members in 3 months demonstrates a successful migration from email to Slack, significantly boosting reach.
🔥 Skool changed my life.. Did it change yours?
The Win: Jarel Santiago's Skool experience transformed his perspective on building communities.
Behind the Win:
- Shared personal struggles and growth (made other members feel less alone)
- Encouraged open sharing of experiences (built trust and authenticity within the community)
- Promoted consistent storytelling (kept the community engaged with relatable content)
Your Takeaway: Sharing your story builds connection. Authenticity is key in a community setting.
Key Takeaway: Authentic stories create stronger connections in communities
Why it matters: Sharing personal struggles builds trust and authenticity within a community, fostering deeper connections.
🔥 Why I’m glad my first 2 posts got banned on Skoolers
The Win: Simon Holliday appreciated the moderation he received, which helped him improve his community management skills.
Behind the Win:
- Heated discussion about banning initial posts (forced reflection on communication and member engagement)
- Moderators provided feedback in a constructive way (helped him understand what needed to be improved)
- He started using moderation guidelines more effectively (learned from his mistakes, avoiding future issues)
Your Takeaway: Moderation is not about punishment. It's about fostering a healthy community and guiding members towards better interactions.
Key Takeaway: Moderation helps improve communication and engagement in the community
Why it matters: Appreciating moderation allows Simon to refine his community management skills, improving overall effectiveness.
✨ What I Wish I Would’ve Known When I Started My Skool Community
The Win: Shondra Cooper realized the importance of clarity and content precision when building her first Skool community.
Behind the Win:
- Underestimated how important clear promises were (missed out on faster growth)
- Realized precise communication leads to better member engagement (easier for members to understand what they get from their membership)
- Focussed more on clarity over content complexity (found initial posts didn't need as much polish)
Your Takeaway: Clarity scales faster than polished content. Start with clear promises and refine based on feedback.
Key Takeaway: Start with clear promises for faster community growth
Why it matters: Recognizing the importance of clarity and precision when starting a community, Shondra learned the value of thoughtful initial posts.
Here’s a closing suitable for your newsletter, aiming for a contemplative yet action-focused tone:
“It’s remarkable to see the collective growth we’ve fostered through shared knowledge – a resonance born from genuine engagement. We’ve witnessed the transformative power of connecting with others, and that’s the core of what we’re building here.
Today: Take a moment to identify one small step you can take to deepen your own connection with a fellow learner.” --- Let me know if you'd like me to refine this further!
