Useful Tips to Save Time Managing Your Community on Facebook

A combination of practical automation, setting clear expectations and not being too active

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A Facebook group is a great way to bring together a community of people to discuss and share information on any topic. But for anyone who is an administrator or moderator for a group, there can be a big time burden.

In a small group of like-minded people, there can be a limited need for moderation. As groups grow and bring in more members, there are increasing needs to maintain order and conversational progression within the group.

Without the use of forethought and the tools available, group management can take a significant amount of time. But with a combination of tools built into Facebook and external tools, there are a lot of ways to save time.

Setting Clear Expectations

Communicating the expectations of the group comes from a consistent message in all aspects of the group. Including all aspects such as group name, description, rules, membership questions and posts by the group admin.

It is next to impossible to avoid all the bad eggs, who might try to join and take part in your group. However, having a consistent message with clear expectations…