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The final chapter of the book reflects on the author’s journey in writing the book and provides recommendations for readers to continue their learning and growth in building communities. The author emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and exposure to new ideas, as well as engaging with experienced community builders to learn from their experiences. The author encourages readers to challenge their assumptions and test them, as well as to document and share their own experiences in building communities to foster transparency and openness.
The author also shares their personal story of discovering the potential of communities when they first encountered the Linux open-source ecosystem. This experience inspired them to dedicate their life to understanding and harnessing the value of communities. The book is just one part of their mission, and they offer additional resources on their website, including articles and membership opportunities for further engagement and learning. The author also invites readers to connect with them on social media and to share their thoughts and experiences.
The chapter briefly discusses the author’s consulting services, which involve helping organizations build communities around products or within their walls. The author explains their approach of not only assisting with strategy but also mentoring and training the organization’s team to become self-sufficient in community building. They provide a link for more information about their consulting services and invite interested readers to contact them.
In the concluding section of the chapter, the author reflects on the darker aspects of humanity that are often highlighted in the news but emphasizes the potential and power of communities to bring people together and create positive change. They recall the stories of individuals and the collective impact of communities on careers, businesses, and dreams coming true. The author expresses their belief in the remarkable capacity for kindness, counsel, and courage that humans possess and the transformative power of supportive communities. They dedicate the book to this “community condition” and express excitement to see what readers will achieve in their own community-building endeavors.
The chapter ends with the author extending their best wishes to the readers, inviting them to share their progress and offering assistance whenever needed. They express their desire for readers to succeed and thrive in their community-building efforts and conclude with a message of encouragement and support.
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