Clubhouse raises new funding and announces monetization plans
This week in social audio: profile bio rings, the future of Twitter Spaces and onboarding Germany
News & Commentary
Techcrunch leads with an article on how "Clubhouse announces plans for creator payments and raises new funding led by Andreessen Horowitz"
The Information previously broke the news that "Clubhouse Gets Investment Interest at $1 Billion Valuation"
Charlie O'Donnell predicts the professionalization of content on Clubhouse
Jeremy Knauff suggests that Clubhouse "could massively disrupt the social media ecosystem" on Entrepreneur Magazine
Chris Cantino turns his attention to Twitter Spaces and describes "A bright future", saying how Twitter's ability to "differentiate itself is promising for the overall future of social audio".
This week in Clubhouse includes summaries and highlights from several events: TGIF, Startup Bharat, Virtual Dinner Party and GOOD TIME on Remote Work
The Clubhouse Chronicals covers three events: Trivia Show, Good Time's discussions on hiring and self driving cars
"Hyped audio-networking app Clubhouse thrives in Germany" says Deutsche Welle
Clubhouse Release Notes & Town Hall Updates
The latest release took place on Thursday January the 21st and included the ability to hide rooms, more hand raising options and more. Read the full release notes here.
During Sunday’s town hall, Paul Davison and Rohan Seth talked about past and future changes, as well as giving an idea of what Clubhouse’s billion dollar valuation will entail. You can find a summary in the Clubhouse Tea newsletter.
Video of the week
How to guides, tips & tricks
Leanne writes a guide for bloggers on how to use Clubhouse
A helpful Clubhouse Bio Editor product appeared on Product Hunt
A new tool to add a color ring around your Clubhouse avatar: Clubhouse Glow
A clubhouse profile picture template on Figma
Recommended events coming up on Clubhouse
We realize that it's impossible to curate events on Clubhouse as every user has their own preferences. Additionally some of the best events are not scheduled and are created ad-hoc. With all that said, the list below includes what stood out for us and should appeal to a wide range of people. If there's anything you think we missed out, feel free to contact us.
MON Jan 25, 7 AM PST
The Challenges of Entrepreneurship
w/ Will Polston, Ashley Shipman, Gordon Burcham, Ruari Fairbairns, Gary Das, Samantha Brown, Dillon Dhanecha, Pete Cohen, Paul Omahony, Kate Gray
Discussing the challenges that high performing entrepreneurs have faced and how they have overcome them
MON Jan 25, 7 AM PST
💰The Roundtable💰- Business Leaders DEBATE + Q&A💥🔥
w/ Mario Nawfal, ALISHA SCHENCK, Eric Walsh, David Markovich, Samit Patel, Jarrett Albritton, ALISA JACOBS, The Joint Venture Expert, Sara Holland, Daniel Priestley, Chris Winfield, Lauren Tickner, Kevin David, Matt Andrews
In today's room,CH leaders will DEBATE sensitive business & life topics!💥Join the debate & ask questions as we focus on getting the most successful business leaders to help you lead a successful life🙌
MON Jan 25, 10:35 AM PST
Let’s talk about community w/ Courtland Allen
From DAVID’S ROOM
w/ David Markovich, Courtland Allen
TUE Jan 26, 8 AM PST
Fearless Giving | The Courage of the Tree #TheGivingEconomy
From LET'S GET LIVE
w/ #LemDrops, David Hunte, Jim Fuhs, Fuljens Henry, Kevin Lyons, Two Sockz, David Blackmon, Nick Nimmin, Diana Gladney, Doc Rock, Bradley Vinson, Eliseo Way
The tree is not afraid of the seasons nor is it afraid of the moochers. We’re handling fears about abusers, takers, moochers. Let’s get motivated by giving not by the fear of losing.
TUE Jan 26, 10:30 AM PST
How to get better at public speaking 🎤
w/ Erika Batista, Robbie Crabtree
Learn tips & advice from Robbie Crabtree, who runs a performative speaking program on how to supercharge your storytelling & communication skills.
TUE Jan 26, 11:30 AM PST
w/ Dan Murray-Serter, Sharmadean Reid, Gabbi Cahane, Oleg Fomenko, Graham Hobson, Jess Butcher, Daniel Priestley, Shaa Wasmund MBE
Secret Leaders Podcast presents - founder fuck ups. After interviewing hundreds of the worlds top founders I can assure you people aren’t as smart as they seem on Clubhouse. Come share your fuck ups!
WED Jan 27, 8 AM PST
w/ Mike Butcher, Dianne See Morrison
A topical discussion on tech, VC, business & news from a European & Global perspective, with TechCrunch Editor-at-large, Mike Butcher, and Guests. 4pm GMT. (‘Sales talk’ and ‘pitches’ discouraged).
WED Jan 27, 8 AM PST
w/ Alex Theuma, Jacco VanderKooij, Christian Owens, Eric Siu
Join myself Alex Theuma, CEO of SaaStock and Jacco VanderKooij Co-CEO of Winning by Design for this SaaS Empower Hour designed to help SaaS leaders go from good to great.
WED Jan 27, 6 PM PST
From NEW USER ONBOARDING
w/ Paul Davison, Rohan Seth, Anu
👋 Join us for our weekly orientation to Clubhouse! Whether you're a newbie or just need a refresher, drop-in for an introduction to Clubhouse followed by an interactive Q&A. You can also find our New User Guide at welcome.joinclubhouse.com!
THU Jan 28, 9 AM PST
w/ Ollie Forsyth, Xiaoyin Qu, John Moon, GREG ISENBERG, Matthew Kobach, Dan Murray-Serter, Josh Constine
Learn how to build community from some of the most forward thinking community builders and leaders ✌️
THU Jan 28, 5 PM PST
DK series: Dan / Wondery Media 🎙Future of audio
From DESIGNKINDS THE MULTI CREATIVES
w/ Bo Lee, Dan Benporat, Bennett Bennett
DESIGNKINDS SERIES exploring media and our creativity for the future. The medium is the message. Discussing the creative renaissance of Audio, voice, podcasting and more 🎙🎙🎙
SUN Jan 31, 9 AM PST
w/ Paul Davison, Rohan Seth, Anu
We'll let you know what's on our mind and answer your questions, now at 9 AM PT to be inclusive of our international users! 🌎 Visit our knowledge center to submit your questions in advance. Tap the gear icon on your user profile, then FAQ or visit support.joinclubhouse.com! 🙏
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