Josh Chandler

"Yes! :)" - Josh Chandler

"Lisa, yes when the business understands its audience as well as Harley Davidson or Jeep does, it creates a remarkable result. This community event by Jeep sounded like fun, wish I was there! :)" - Josh Chandler

"Sarah, I think your example of Harley Davidson perhaps suggests that not all community managers can create a great offline experience for customers.  It's something that should be remarkable and unique and not simply a friendly gathering of people. By this I mean that an offline community should offer value and additional talking points for a customer.  Too many offline communities become another point to pitch to customers. If a community manager can make it much more about the experience (as Harley Davidson have done!), then it can make a big difference." - Josh Chandler

"Will, Just a thought on the remark made about not collaborating for the sake of collaborating. Whilst I agree we should not seek useless synergies with organisations which don't match our visions and goals, we should ensure that the non profit industry is still being actively encouraged to consider it as an option. Without any collaboration, we can't develop sustainable solutions which benefit a greater chunk of our communities and national interests. So, we musn't forget to have it as an option." - Josh Chandler

"Sarah, If I could define a single quality that makes a community remarkable, it would be determination. I say determination because collectively a community can achieve so much more then one individual. A community who is determined creates more permanent and lasting change because they truly believe in a core set of values." - Josh Chandler

"Lindsey, I think based on everything you have identified in this post, there are few reasons why spouses should set up a business together. I cannot see a reason to strain or disrupt a relationship on the basis of making money. It's just not practical. I guess you would argue that it is hard for someone like myself who isn't in business with a spouse to argue against your views. It's just something I have learnt over the last few years from others that it's safer to keep business out of personal relationships and find suitable business partners who aren't so connected to your life. Just my two cents Lindsey, totally respect your point of view." - Josh Chandler

"Daniel, thanks for clarifying. So, in a way, it seems like you became self motivated to become your own boss as a result of unemployment? I think that some job seekers (through no fault of their own) don't share the same values as you. Self employment isn't for everyone. However, there is a fine line between the want and the need of self employment. I believe that some may take it as a viable option to help pay the bills, whereas others will do it because it finally gives them a reason to follow their dreams." - Josh Chandler

"Daniel, thanks for your comment. In regards to your point about getting a job, the New Enterprise allowance is actually offered as option for those looking to become self employed instead of becoming an employee (http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Em... As a young person, would this be a route you would consider (with or without the New Enterprise allowance?)" - Josh Chandler