125. A Fresh Perspective on Community-Centered Memberships with 5/1 Projector Inbal Claudio

podcast Aug 21, 2025

Some people build businesses. Others build communities. And then there are leaders like Inbal Claudio, women who know that true success comes from creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and celebrated.

In this episode of the podcast, I sat down with Inbal, a 5/1 Projector, community curator, and membership mentor whose mission is simple but powerful: friendship first, business second.

The Heartbeat of Community

For Inbal, community isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a feeling. She’s built everything from online platforms like Like-Minded Collective to in-person coworking spaces and gatherings in Orange County. And in every room she curates, one thing is always true—people walk away feeling connected on a deeper level.

This is the kind of magic that can’t be faked. When business feels more like friendship, transformation happens naturally.

Community vs. Membership: What’s the Difference?

One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation is the way Inbal defines the difference between community and membership.

Community is the vibe, the relationships, the safe space where people feel like they belong.
Membership is the business model, a structure that allows you to deliver value consistently while creating recurring income.

The key? Infusing your membership with the feeling of community. That’s what makes people stay, engage, and rave about what you’ve built.

Why Starting Small is Your Superpower

So often, entrepreneurs want to launch a membership and immediately enroll hundreds of people. But Inbal reminds us that starting small is actually your biggest advantage.

With a small group, you can nurture relationships, send voice notes, check in personally, and make your first members feel like family. Those early adopters? They’ll become your loudest advocates, helping you grow organically and sustainably.

Building Impact and Income

The biggest lesson here: you don’t have to choose between serving with heart and making money. With the right structure, you can create a membership that supports your lifestyle and makes a lasting impact.

As Inbal says, it all comes down to knowing your why, doing the market research, and creating something that aligns with your capacity and vision.

Final Thoughts

Community is more than a strategy. It’s a legacy. And when you build with heart, intention, and clarity, your membership becomes more than just a business model, it becomes a movement.

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Connect with Inbal Claudio:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/inbalclaudio

Website: www.inbalclaudio.com

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