## The 10-Step Process for Building a Thriving Community From Scratch Source URL:: <https://www.cmxhub.com/blog/build-a-thriving-community-from-scratch> ### Highlights > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Mon Oct 23 2023 14:28:33 GMT-0400%% > > 1. Form Identity: Find 10 potential members who fit the community identity you envision.2. Earn Trust: Get buy-in for a community from the members.3. Fuel Participation: Bring them together, ideally in person.4. Reward: Validate that members got value.5.  Repeat steps 1-4: Invite new members and give existing members the opportunity to invite someone new.