Building Quote by Robert Reed
“A community is a small group working together. Community scales by adding groups, and building connections between them, not enlarging them.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Community Building, 2018
A community grows by linking small groups together, not by expanding a single group into a larger one.
In simple terms: Connect small groups, don’t just enlarge one.
Key Takeaway
Build networks of groups.
Themes
community
scaling
networking
Mood
strategic
practical
Type
organizational
social
When to use this quote
- non‑profits
- business clusters
- online forums
Key Concepts
social architecture
collaboration
growth strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster connections between groups?
- What tools aid inter‑group collaboration?
A Different Perspective
Large groups can become unwieldy.
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