(I know someone who created several online communities.)
I think the major issue is the external cost of the “institutional space” you take up: once you create the space (and tag/market it) it makes it hard for someone else to do the same.
Because of this, it seems that if someone is taking up a new space, I guess moderate management quality, a minimum positive experience, and virtuously stepping down if needed, are key things they should provide.
From the OP’s post, my guess is that they easily pass any bar and should just do it (unless time/energy cost is a concern).
(I know someone who created several online communities.)
I think the major issue is the external cost of the “institutional space” you take up: once you create the space (and tag/market it) it makes it hard for someone else to do the same.
Because of this, it seems that if someone is taking up a new space, I guess moderate management quality, a minimum positive experience, and virtuously stepping down if needed, are key things they should provide.
From the OP’s post, my guess is that they easily pass any bar and should just do it (unless time/energy cost is a concern).