This session will offer practical guidance and inspiration for creators looking to build their own communities around their work. Attendees will walk away with 5 clear next steps for transforming their audience into a community. The talk is based on extensive research, reports, and qualitative interviews conducted with successful creators and will include case studies of creator-led communities on platforms like Discord, Reddit, and Circle. We will especially emphasize how to succeed without burning out or creating overwhelm for yourself or your team.