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Building Better Community & Membership Systems

Tools, diagnostics, and solutions for founders who care about real transformation, not just “content strategy.”

Use this hub to diagnose what’s going on, pressure‑test your strategy, and grab practical systems you can implement without burning everything down.

The Spark Loop framework diagram showing three connected hexagons labeled Grow, Engage, and Retain, representing the community-led growth system by Bottled Lightning.

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See Where Your Membership is Silently Capping its Own Growth

The Breakpoint Diagnostic shows you which part of your membership system is actually holding you back or whether you’re ready for a bigger strategic move.

In less than 5 minutes, you’ll:

  • Get a clear read on your memberships biggest breakpoint.
  • See how your membership is really doing across the key pillars.
  • Get tailored next steps you can act on immediately — including when a fix pack, an audit, or a deeper engagement makes sense.

THE FULL PICTURE

A Proof‑driven Diagnostic for High‑Traction Memberships

The Membership Systems Audit™ uncovers exactly what’s limiting your membership’s growth and retention – and what to fix first.

This isn’t a marketing review or a “content ideas” session. It’s a proof‑driven diagnostic of your entire membership system, so you stop guessing, stop over‑building, and start making moves that actually compound.

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Master the Systems Behind World-Class Communities 

The Community Operator System™ is a professional development pathway for the people who run communities, membership programs, lifecycle strategy, and digital ecosystems.

It teaches the operational ecosystem behind sustained growth, predictable engagement, clean systems, strong retention, and scalable member experiences.

Fix Packs

Systems Repair for Growth, Retention & Engagement

Snap‑in repair kits that install between meetings, not overhauls.

The Onboarding Fix Pack

Solve retention at the source.

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Member Feature Fix Pack

Build engagement and connection.

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The Open Door Fix Pack

Add new members automagically.

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