The Smart Way to Build a Paid Community in 2025 | Corey Ganim
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#439 Want to build a thriving online community that actually makes money and keeps people engaged? In this episode, host Brien Gearin welcomes back Corey Ganim, founder of The Wholesale Network and a seven-figure Amazon wholesale seller. While Corey first appeared on episode 139 to unpack the Amazon business model, today’s conversation dives deep into the world of community building and personal branding. Corey shares how he went from solo seller to founder of a thriving high-level mastermind and coaching program for wholesale sellers, and how events, Discord engagement, and a clear tiered pricing structure have fueled his success. He also offers insights into launching a lower-ticket community for beginners and how his consistent personal content has driven growth across the board. Whether you’re an experienced entrepreneur or just getting started, this episode delivers a masterclass in building community around your expertise!
What we discuss with Corey:
+ Starting a paid online community
+ Building engagement through events
+ Tiered pricing and access levels
+ Leveraging Discord for connection
+ Creating a content-driven personal brand
+ Handling refunds and tough customers
+ Using Twitter to grow an audience
+ Structuring mastermind calls effectively
+ Turning community into long-term business
+ Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship
Thank you, Corey!
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