Does building a community first help a new online business thrive better?

[King Belieal]

Some people say that an online business that has a vibrant community would do better than one that doesn't have. For a proposed online business, should I focus on building a community first before I launch out the business? Would that strategy make the online business easily find root when launched?

 

[Nomad]

Your business needs traffic, to get traffic you need to build audience. if you have built a community, it will be easier.

 

[eLdavis]

Yes building a community first would definitely make things a lot easier for your business to move forward.

 

[Min George]

When a proposed business has an online community already, they would already be making sales easily when they launch.

 

[Augusta]

Yes, By creating a space for customers to connect and share their experiences, businesses can build stronger relationships and gain valuable insights.

 

[Springtime]

It's a good idea to build an online community first. It helps to create awareness and engage with potential customers.

 

[Kera]

When a new online business already has fans, it would even have people that would market the business for them.

 

[Augusta]

Yes having a community first will help with boosts brand visibility, and helps businesses connect with a broader audience,

 

[Trush Jodie]

You step into a ready made market when you are able to build a community before you start your business.