The Community Economy Is Changing Everything. Here's Why

In this engaging episode, we welcome Gina Bianchini, founder and CEO of Mighty Networks, to discuss the transformative power of community building. Gina dives deep into her journey from co-founding Ning in the Web 2.0 era to her current role leading Mighty Networks and authoring the Wall Street Journal bestselling book, 'Purpose: Design a Community and Change Your Life.' We explore the critical distinction between community and audience, the importance of creating meaningful relationships in a digital age, and how technology can both challenge and enhance human connections. Gina shares valuable insights on the future of community building, the role of AI, and the essential nature of human interactions. Tune in for a fascinating conversation that underscores the potential of software to facilitate real human connections and create a powerful new social layer for the world. 00:00 Introduction to Gina Bianchini and Mighty Networks 00:27 Gina's Journey and Achievements 02:05 The Importance of Community in the Digital Age 02:28 Challenges and Opportunities in Building Communities 04:07 The Role of Technology in Community Building 09:18 Community vs. Audience: Key Differences 13:03 The Future of Community Building 26:01 Insights from the People Magic Podcast 28:24 Reflections on Purpose and Community 35:17 Closing Thoughts and Appreciation Purpose: Design a Community & Change Your Life book - https://amzn.to/3XNC0n3 People Magic podcast - https://swiy.io/peoplemagic Check out @MightyNetworks - https://jameshicks.link/mighty