David DeWald - Community Management Pioneer & Historian
@collective-mindset.com
David is a well-known online community management pioneer and historian with extensive experience in building, maintaining, and managing online communities. He has been involved in the field since the late 1990s.
Community Manager Live is coming back. Now as a podcast featuring deep-dive interviews with community pros at all levels. If you want to share your story, let's connect!
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September 16, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Has some overlapping skillsets? Yes....
Same Job? No...
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August 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Has some overlapping skillsets? Yes....
Same Job? No...
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The Three Laws of AI
Zeroth: An AI must not harm humanity as a whole, or, by inaction, allow humanity to come to harm, even if this overrides individual or specific instructions.
One: An AI must always prioritize the well-being and dignity of humans, ensuring it does not cause harm.
Zeroth: An AI must not harm humanity as a whole, or, by inaction, allow humanity to come to harm, even if this overrides individual or specific instructions.
One: An AI must always prioritize the well-being and dignity of humans, ensuring it does not cause harm.
July 3, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The Three Laws of AI
Zeroth: An AI must not harm humanity as a whole, or, by inaction, allow humanity to come to harm, even if this overrides individual or specific instructions.
One: An AI must always prioritize the well-being and dignity of humans, ensuring it does not cause harm.
Zeroth: An AI must not harm humanity as a whole, or, by inaction, allow humanity to come to harm, even if this overrides individual or specific instructions.
One: An AI must always prioritize the well-being and dignity of humans, ensuring it does not cause harm.
Chatrooms Make Terrible Forums
June 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Chatrooms Make Terrible Forums
Today successful companies aren't just selling products—they're building communities that transform customers into active participants in their brand's journey.
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-community-revolution-why-building
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https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-community-revolution-why-building
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February 3, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Today successful companies aren't just selling products—they're building communities that transform customers into active participants in their brand's journey.
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-community-revolution-why-building
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https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-community-revolution-why-building
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January 27, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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January 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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The landscape of communities is experiencing a profound transformation as new technologies emerge to create more efficient, secure, and engaging spaces. Explore how these advances are reshaping community management. https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-role-of-technology-in-future
January 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The landscape of communities is experiencing a profound transformation as new technologies emerge to create more efficient, secure, and engaging spaces. Explore how these advances are reshaping community management. https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-role-of-technology-in-future
Join us Monday at 4pm EST for the CMAD Chill and Chat Live stream. We will be talking about 2024 and looking ahead to 2025.
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January 24, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Join us Monday at 4pm EST for the CMAD Chill and Chat Live stream. We will be talking about 2024 and looking ahead to 2025.
https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
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5 Days until the CMAD Chill and Chat Live stream. Join us. Sign up to share your highlights from 2024!
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January 22, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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As communities continue to evolve in 2025, they face several critical challenges that require innovative solutions. Let's explore how community leaders can address these challenges head-on. #communitymanager
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/building-trust-boosting-engagement
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/building-trust-boosting-engagement
January 20, 2025 at 6:23 PM
As communities continue to evolve in 2025, they face several critical challenges that require innovative solutions. Let's explore how community leaders can address these challenges head-on. #communitymanager
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/building-trust-boosting-engagement
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/building-trust-boosting-engagement
I'm still looking for guests for my "Chill and Chat" live stream on Jan 27th in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Fill out the form here to connect and discuss your 2024 highlights! - https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
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January 16, 2025 at 8:42 PM
I'm still looking for guests for my "Chill and Chat" live stream on Jan 27th in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Fill out the form here to connect and discuss your 2024 highlights! - https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
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The landscape of online communities is undergoing a dramatic transformation in 2025. Let's explore the key trends that are revolutionizing how we connect and engage online. #communitymanager
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-rise-of-personalization-immersion
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-rise-of-personalization-immersion
January 13, 2025 at 6:16 PM
The landscape of online communities is undergoing a dramatic transformation in 2025. Let's explore the key trends that are revolutionizing how we connect and engage online. #communitymanager
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-rise-of-personalization-immersion
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-rise-of-personalization-immersion
I perhaps found the most perfect gift for my mother-in-law. A bird feeder with a web camera, that uses AI to identify the birds that come to feed. He took a few days for the birds to find, but she is absolutely loving getting notifications when they come visit.
January 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
I perhaps found the most perfect gift for my mother-in-law. A bird feeder with a web camera, that uses AI to identify the birds that come to feed. He took a few days for the birds to find, but she is absolutely loving getting notifications when they come visit.
The digital landscape is experiencing a profound transformation as we witness the decline of public social media feeds and the emergence of more intimate, purpose-driven spaces. #communitymanager
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-evolution-of-online-communities
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-evolution-of-online-communities
January 7, 2025 at 6:11 AM
The digital landscape is experiencing a profound transformation as we witness the decline of public social media feeds and the emergence of more intimate, purpose-driven spaces. #communitymanager
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-evolution-of-online-communities
https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/the-evolution-of-online-communities
I still have a couple of seats left for the "Chill and Chat" live stream in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Join us. Sign up to share your highlights from 2024! https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
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January 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
I still have a couple of seats left for the "Chill and Chat" live stream in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Join us. Sign up to share your highlights from 2024! https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
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Want to join on stream for my "Chill and Chat" live stream on Jan 27th for Community Manager Appreciation Day? Sign up now and share your reflections from 2024! 👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
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January 2, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Want to join on stream for my "Chill and Chat" live stream on Jan 27th for Community Manager Appreciation Day? Sign up now and share your reflections from 2024! 👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
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I'm still looking for guest for my "Chill and Chat" live stream on Jan 27th in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Fill out the form here to connect and discuss your 2024 highlights! - https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
December 31, 2024 at 9:42 PM
I'm still looking for guest for my "Chill and Chat" live stream on Jan 27th in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Fill out the form here to connect and discuss your 2024 highlights! - https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
My latest blog introduces PULSE, a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional metrics. Learn about key metrics like interaction diversity and emotional resonance. #CommunityManager https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/pulse-predicting-community-health
December 31, 2024 at 5:33 PM
My latest blog introduces PULSE, a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional metrics. Learn about key metrics like interaction diversity and emotional resonance. #CommunityManager https://open.substack.com/pub/collectivemindset/p/pulse-predicting-community-health
🌟 Attention community managers! 🚨 Join our upcoming "Chill and Chat" live stream on January 27th to honor Community Manager Appreciation Day! Sign up today to discuss your 2024 experiences!
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
December 27, 2024 at 9:42 PM
🌟 Attention community managers! 🚨 Join our upcoming "Chill and Chat" live stream on January 27th to honor Community Manager Appreciation Day! Sign up today to discuss your 2024 experiences!
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
🎊 Celebrate Community Manager Appreciation Day with me on January 27th during our "Chill and Chat" live stream! Sign up to reflect on your 2024 journey with peers!
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
December 19, 2024 at 10:01 PM
🎊 Celebrate Community Manager Appreciation Day with me on January 27th during our "Chill and Chat" live stream! Sign up to reflect on your 2024 journey with peers!
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
Calling all community managers! Join me for our "Chill and Chat" live stream in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Jan 27th 🎉 Sign up now to be on air and share your 2024 Look-back with fellow pros!
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
December 17, 2024 at 9:34 PM
Calling all community managers! Join me for our "Chill and Chat" live stream in celebration of Community Manager Appreciation Day! Jan 27th 🎉 Sign up now to be on air and share your 2024 Look-back with fellow pros!
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
👉 https://daviddewald.com/cmad-chill-chat/
#CommunityManager #Cmgr
I can see it now...
December 11, 2024 at 4:20 PM
I can see it now...
December 4, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Bluesky is booming in Japan — mainly for reasons other than U.S. politics : https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/11/25/companies/bluesky-social-japan/
November 25, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Bluesky is booming in Japan — mainly for reasons other than U.S. politics : https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/11/25/companies/bluesky-social-japan/