Jessica HobbsBuilding Communities in Business: Don’t Bother if You Aren’t Willing to CommitThe concept of community building has gained traction as a beacon of sustainable business practices and corporate strategy. However, the…Nov 30, 2023Nov 30, 2023
Jessica HobbsWisdom from bell hooks’ on The Power of BelongingThe concept of belonging holds tremendous significance in my world of community management and community building. I recently and…Nov 30, 2023Nov 30, 2023
Jessica HobbsThe Social Fabric: Amplifying Human Connection in Customer SpacesIn the labyrinthine streets of modern metropolises, amid the cacophony of digital notifications, there lies a fundamental truth often…Nov 29, 2023Nov 29, 2023
Jessica HobbsEnigmatic Forces of Death and GriefDeath and grief are enigmatic forces, defying the constraints of time in their impact on us.Nov 16, 2023Nov 16, 2023
Jessica HobbsFrom “Me” to “We” Designing Co-created Community ExperiencesIn an age characterized by individualism and siloed spaces, the concept of “community” still stands as a bastion of the collaborative…Oct 19, 2023Oct 19, 2023
Jessica HobbsIf you Build it, They Will Come. Why I Hate the Movie Field of Dreams.In movies, certain lines have the power to transcend the screen and resonate deeply with audiences beyond their cinematic context. “If you…Sep 25, 2023Sep 25, 2023
Jessica HobbsSelf-Care and Community Care: Striking a Balance for Holistic Humankind Well-beingI often struggle with the topics of self-help and self-care. They are an incomplete picture of well-being. Self-care has gained immense…Sep 25, 2023Sep 25, 2023
Jessica HobbsThe Hidden Struggles of Community Professionals: Recognizing Signs of Overwork and StressA few weeks ago, I wrote about the hidden mental load Community Professionals often endure. But what are some warning signs that you are…Sep 7, 2023Sep 7, 2023
Jessica HobbsNo One Expects the Spanish Inquisition….And Other Life Lessons from Monty PythonAug 28, 2023Aug 28, 2023
Jessica HobbsThe Art of Building Communities: Understanding the Pace of Human TrustIn modern business, the desire to cultivate communities overnight often clashes with the organic rhythm at which communities actually growAug 15, 2023Aug 15, 2023