Is the real value of a community in content… or connection?

I’ve been reflecting on how Skoolers itself works for us.

It’s not just a forum.

It’s a support system — a place where community builders share challenges, wins, and ideas, and that collective energy keeps everyone moving forward.

Now imagine if more professionals ran their own niche communities this way.

Take a therapist, trainer, or consultant for example. Most of them charge around $100–$200 an hour for 1:1 sessions. Sounds good, but in reality:

They can only serve a handful of people each day
They hit an income ceiling quickly
And clients often drop off because there’s no ongoing support once the session ends

But what if instead of stretching more 1:1 hours, they built a Magnetic Support System for their niche?

A space where dozens or even hundreds of clients could stay connected, get guidance, and keep progressing — while the professional spends just an hour a day leading the group.

Here’s where it gets interesting.

If even 100 members joined at a modest subscription, that could match what many earn through daily 1:1 sessions.

At 200 or 500 members, they’d already surpass their usual ceiling.

And with 1,000 members, it becomes a career-defining shift — one that’s simply not possible through 1:1 alone.

For new people, platforms like YouTube can organically feed members into such communities the same way this Skoolers space attracts and retains us.

The thought that excites me:

How different would the average professional’s career look if their work was powered by a community engine instead of just a calendar of appointments?

Curious to hear:

Do you see this ceiling in your own field?
Have you seen examples of professionals making the shift to a community model?
What do you think holds most people back from creating their own support system?

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