# Onboarding “normies” to forums!

**URL:** <https://meta.discourse.org/t/onboarding-normies-to-forums/230602>\
**Category:** Community Building\
**Created:** [June 21, 2022, 12:54pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/onboarding-normies-to-forums/230602 "2022-06-21T12:54:04Z")\
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**Author:** ![Sustainability-Yogi](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/meta/user_avatar/meta.discourse.org/sustainability-yogi/32/443208_2.png) [@Sustainability-Yogi](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Sustainability-Yogi)\
**Post date:** [August 22, 2024, 5:30pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/onboarding-normies-to-forums/230602/13 "2024-08-22T17:30:36Z")

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I’ve noticed that a strong onboarding process can really make a difference in how engaged users become. One approach that seems effective is to create a guided introduction for new members—kind of like a ‘forum tour’—that highlights the benefits of participation, explains the forum’s structure, and showcases examples of valuable discussions. Also, sending out a welcome message or starter kit with tips on how to post and engage can help demystify the process for those unfamiliar with forums

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