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title: "10 Ways to Contribute to GeeksBlabla and Make a Lasting Impact" | ||
tags: ["community", "GeeksBlabla", "contributions", "tech"] | ||
keywords: ["GeeksBlabla", "contribute", "Moroccan tech community"] | ||
pubDatetime: 2024-12-01 | ||
description: "Explore how you can contribute to GeeksBlabla, from sharing feedback to joining the core team, and make a meaningful impact in the Moroccan tech community." | ||
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**"How can I contribute to the GeeksBlabla community?"** This is one of the most common questions we receive, and this blog post is here to answer it. | ||
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Contributing to GeeksBlabla goes beyond being a core member—it’s about making an impact in ways that resonate with you, whether it’s by sharing feedback, suggesting topics, or being a guest on an episode. Some contributions, like giving a talk at BlablaConf, create a ripple effect that continues to inspire others long after. | ||
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Whether you're a student exploring the tech world or a seasoned professional looking to give back, this guide will show you how you can make a difference while growing alongside the community. Let’s get started! | ||
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## 1. Provide Feedback | ||
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Constructive feedback helps us improve. Whether it’s about the shared content, events, or initiatives, Taking a few minutes to share your thoughts and suggestions for new concepts and ideas can spark new initiatives and collaborations, driving the community forward. your input is invaluable in shaping the future the community and by proxy the tech landscape in Morocco. Your feedback helps us understand what resonates with you, what you’d like to see more of, and how we can better serve the community. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Share your feedback and suggest new concepts](/) | ||
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## 2. Spread the Word | ||
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Help us grow the community by sharing GeeksBlabla content and initiatives with your network. By sharing, you help us discover talented individuals who might become future podcast guests or BlablaConf speakers, enriching our community with valuable knowledge and diverse perspectives. The larger our reach, the more opportunities we create for knowledge sharing and the greater our collective impact on Morocco's tech ecosystem. Tag us when you share, and invite others to join the conversation! | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Share a recent episode on social media](/) | ||
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## 3. Participate in Online Discussions | ||
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Whether it’s in the comments section of our live episodes or tweets by other community members on X or LinkedIn, sharing feedback on ideas and projects can create a ripple effect. Engaging in live episodes brings your perspective to light and enriches discussions. Similarly, your feedback amplifies the impact of others’ work. When you’re the one building, creating, or writing, the feedback you receive will push you forward. Cultivating the habit of providing and receiving feedback helps everyone grow together. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Join the conversation on Twitter](https://twitter.com/geeksblabla) | ||
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## 4. Suggest Guests and Topics for Episodes | ||
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One of the best ways to contribute to the GeeksBlabla podcast is by suggesting topics and guests. This helps with one of our most challenging tasks, since we rely on a broad network of connections to find great guests. You might know ideal guests or niche topics that the core team hasn't discovered yet, helping us fill blind spots we wouldn't otherwise see. Plus, you'll benefit from other members' suggestions, discovering new topics and voices. Check our [planning here](/) to suggest an episode or a guest for an episode. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Suggest a topic or guest for an episode](/) | ||
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## 5. Be a Guest on an Episode | ||
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Furthermore that #4, if you have expertise in your field, consider being a guest on an episode. Share your knowledge, experiences, and insights to inspire and guide others in the community. You cover an angle that no one else can, and your unique perspective is invaluable to other members. even if you are not an expert, you can share your journey and inspire others. we often learn best from those who are closest to us than we do from experts. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** | ||
Suggest a topic you’re passionate about or credible on—it’s an opportunity to showcase your expertise, mentor newcomers, and connect with an engaged audience. Check our [planning here](/) to suggest an episode or a guest for an episode. | ||
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## 6. Create Valuable Content | ||
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Even if you don't have the time or inclination to be a guest or participate in discussions, you can still contribute in the ripple effects by creating content and Geeksblabla can help distribute. | ||
Creating content allows you to help others by writing blog posts or sharing tips on social media about recent discoveries. Don't worry about the size or complexity of your content—many people can benefit from even the smallest insights. This not only helps others but also reinforces your own learning and contributes to the community's knowledge base. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Write a blog post about a recent discovery](/) | ||
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## 7. Organize Meetups / Attend Meetups | ||
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If you're a student or part of a university/school, it's the perfect time to organize or attend meetups. Hosting meetups brings like-minded people together, creates opportunities to network, and fosters collaboration. Invite speakers, host discussions, or simply connect with others to share knowledge and build a stronger local tech network. Need help getting the word out? GeeksBlabla can help promote your meetup through our social media channels and community network, ensuring your event reaches the right audience and attracts engaged participants. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Organize a meetup in your area](/) | ||
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## 8. Contribute to Open Source | ||
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Open source contributions are a fantastic way to help the community while building your skills and portfolio. By contributing to GeeksBlabla’s website, projects listed on [Awesome Morocco](https://awesome-morocco.dev/), or even initiatives from other Moroccan tech enthusiasts, you gain real-world experience in coding, problem-solving, and collaborating with others. Beyond improving your technical skills, open source contributions expand your network, showcase your work to potential collaborators or employers, and give you the satisfaction of making a tangible impact on the community. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐⭐⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Explore open source projects on Awesome Morocco](https://awesome-morocco.dev/) | ||
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## 9. Share Your Knowledge at BlablaConf | ||
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BlablaConf, our annual conference, is the perfect platform to showcase your expertise and contribute to the Moroccan tech community. Whether you're an experienced professional or a rising talent, your talk can inspire, educate, and spark meaningful conversations. Submit your talk idea during our call for speakers, where you’ll have the chance to present your insights, share unique experiences, and leave a lasting impact on a diverse audience of tech enthusiasts. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Submit your talk idea for BlablaConf](https://blablaconf.com/) | ||
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## 10. Join the Core Team | ||
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The ultimate form of contribution is joining the core team. Core team members are dedicated volunteers who help drive GeeksBlabla's mission forward through consistent, long-term commitment. As a core team member, you'll help shape the community's direction, organize events, manage initiatives, and mentor others. This role requires significant dedication but offers unparalleled opportunities to develop leadership skills and make a lasting impact. Core team members typically start as active contributors who demonstrate exceptional commitment, initiative, and alignment with GeeksBlabla's values. | ||
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- **Impact:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Difficulty:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Time Investment:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
- **Commitment:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ||
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📝 **Action Item:** [Apply to join the core team](/) | ||
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> As Plato wisely noted, "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts." This ancient wisdom perfectly captures how individual contributions create ripple effects throughout our tech community. When members share knowledge, organize events, or participate in discussions, they're not just helping GeeksBlabla - they're strengthening the entire Moroccan tech ecosystem. Each action, no matter how small, creates waves of positive change that benefit everyone. Whether it's a student finding inspiration in a podcast episode, a professional expanding their network at BlablaConf, or a developer growing through open-source contributions, these individual efforts combine to foster an environment of collective growth, learning, and innovation. |
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