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1515The most straightforward way to start a meetup group online, like on [meetup.com](www.meetup.com). Services like this offer messaging, calendaring, payments, discussion boards, and basic group profiles.
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17−There are other options available but, regardless of what you choose, there should be a public place on the web for people to access the group.
17+There are other options available but, regardless of what you choose, there should be a public place on the Web for people to access the group.
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2525### Spread the word
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27−It’s not much fun if people don’t actually show up, so it’s important to get the word out. Use your existing network to tell people about your event. Remember it takes time to build a community, so don’t be discouraged if only a few people show up at your first event. Also, be sure to email [support@urbit.org](mailto:support@urbit.org), and we'll promote your meetup.
27+It’s not much fun if people don’t actually show up, so it’s important to get the word out. Use your existing network to tell people about your event. Remember it takes time to build a community, so don’t be discouraged if only a few people show up at first. Post to social media and email your friends. Also, be sure to email [support@urbit.org](mailto:support@urbit.org), and we'll promote your meetup.
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3737Meetups are about sharing ideas and meeting like-minded people. There are a few formats that can help achieve this goal. As the organizer, take the lead and prepare ahead of time. Think of some topics for the group to discuss, and try to ensure that the conversation isn’t dominated by one or two people.
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39−Presentations are a great way to share ideas. If you have a speaker for your event, coordinate ahead of time and make sure they have everything they will need to make a great presentation and ask them to arrive early to the event.
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41−If you have a speaker, be sure to record the talk so that it can be posted online. There are plenty of people who would appreciate such content.
39+Presentations and guided group discussions are great ways to share ideas. If you have a speaker for your event, coordinate ahead of time and make sure they have everything they will need to make a great presentation and ask them to arrive early to the event. If you have a speaker, be sure to record the talk so that it can be posted online.
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50−Your meeting location can determine the success of your event. Consider how your members might get to the venue. Ideally, you’d want to be away from congested areas and find locations with good parking and transit options nearby. However, this isn’t always possible, so just do your best to accommodate. It’s also a good idea to locate the event near bars or restaurants so people can continue the conversation after the event officially ends.
48+Your meeting location can determine the success of your event. Ideally, you’d want to be away from congested areas and find locations with good parking and transit options nearby. However, this isn’t always possible, so just do your best to accommodate. It’s also a good idea to locate the event near bars or restaurants so people can continue the conversation after the event officially ends.
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5553- Consider parking and distance to transit
5654- Check out public libraries
5755- Coworking spaces
58−- [peerspace.com](www.peerspace.com)
56+- [peerspace.com](https://www.peerspace.com/)
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62−Most people are able to attend meetups after work on weekdays. This isn’t true for everyone but it’s a good rule of thumb. It’s also a good idea to avoid holidays and days when there are large sporting events happening.
60+Most people are able to attend meetups after work on non-holiday weekdays, between about 6-8pm. This isn’t true for everyone but it’s a good rule of thumb. It’s also a good idea to avoid holidays and days when there are large sporting events happening.
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72−Like anything worth doing, meetups take time, patience, and consistency. Come prepared to engage with people and have a good time. The more often you can meet the stronger the community can become, so schedule meetups regularly.
70+Like basically anything worth doing, meetups take time, patience, and consistency. Come prepared to engage with people and have a good time. The more often you can meet the stronger the community can become, so schedule meetups regularly.
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