What does it take to build authentic communities that truly connect with your market?

This special Hard Corps Marketing Show takeover episode features an episode from the Connect To Market podcast, hosted by Casey Cheshire. In this conversation, Casey sits down with Paul Jones, Moderator of the Connect To Market Community & Founder of Bridgio. Paul shares lessons from building over 40 successful communities and explains why real market connection goes beyond launching products or campaigns.

He emphasizes the importance of deeply understanding your Ideal Client Persona (ICP), using empathy to craft resonant messaging, and creating space for meaningful, value-driven interactions. Paul also challenges the overreliance on technology, encouraging marketers to start simple and stay focused on human connection.

In this episode, we cover:

• The difference between going to market and connecting to it
• How to understand your ICP beyond the surface level
• Why low-tech, high-value engagement builds stronger communities
• Real examples of community-led product and messaging success

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Connect with Paul:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljones101/   
• Bridgio: https://bridgio.io/ 
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