The Cult Of Personality

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At the heart of the success of many communities are loud, public and well known voices that sometimes take on an almost celebrity like status among fans and contributors to the community. Jono Bacon and Stuart ‘Aq’ Langridge explore whether these denizens of the cult of personality really bring value to a project, what opportunities they bring and what risks they face.

Remember, we are just the start of the conversation! What do you think? What are you experiences with the cult of personality in the communities you are interested in? Do you think these personalities are critical to a community’s success, or do you think we should get away them altogether? Share your thoughts in the shot comments below…