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Building a Foundation for Your Community

Learn how to set up guidelines and create topics to build a strong foundation for your Zendesk community.

What steps should I take to build a foundation for my community?

Building a solid foundation for your community involves setting up guidelines, creating topics, and establishing key points for discussion. For a quick launch, document the basics and modify existing templates. If you have more time, collect and curate content, and automate processes to ensure a seamless experience. This foundation will support your community's growth and engagement over time.


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What are the two approaches to launching a Zendesk Help Center community?

Zendesk offers two main approaches to launching your Help Center community: the MVP approach and the Rollout approach. The MVP approach is ideal if you want to launch your community quickly as a Minimum Viable Product. This method involves starting…

How can I understand my community before launching?

Understanding your community is crucial before launching. Start by identifying who belongs to your community and who you are serving. You can gather insights by asking informal questions to coworkers or analyzing system data. Consider using prompts…

How can I effectively launch and manage my Zendesk community?

To effectively launch your Zendesk community, be prepared to respond quickly to user posts, as timely responses encourage re-engagement. Once ready, activate your community and nurture relationships by being supportive and visible. Use reporting…

What role do community moderators play in a Zendesk community?

Community moderators are essential for maintaining an active and engaging Zendesk community. They should be passionate and knowledgeable about your product or service, able to respond to posts promptly, and help guide discussions. Moderators can be…

How can I drive traffic to my Zendesk Help Center community?

Driving traffic to your Zendesk Help Center community involves leveraging various channels and strategies. Collaborate with your marketing team to promote the community through the right channels. Keep agents informed about new content, and…

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