How to Build a Successful Clan! Best Ways to Recruit Players on Clash of Clans

Summary

In episode 96 of 'Town Hall 11 Free to Play,' Joe discusses strategies for building successful clans in 'Clash of Clans.' He shares his experience as a clan leader, emphasizing the importance of setting achievable standards, motivating members, and providing direction. Joe also highlights the challenges of finding the right fit for a clan and the need for active leadership to prevent player burnout. He suggests using external platforms like Discord and Reddit to network and recruit players, ensuring the clan's identity is clear to attract the right members.

Takeaways

• 🏰 The video discusses strategies for building and leading a successful clan in the game Clash of Clans, emphasizing the importance of community and leadership.
• 🎖 The host shares personal experience from starting as a player in 2013 and evolving into a clan leader, highlighting the social dynamics and challenges within the game.
• 🤝 The necessity of finding the right fit when joining a clan is stressed, as different players have different preferences and playstyles.
• 🛡 The video touches on the importance of clan leadership, suggesting that effective leaders should set an example, provide motivation, direction, and purpose to their clan members.
• 📈 The host advises against setting unrealistic standards for clan members, such as requiring fully maxed-out bases or heroes, as this can limit the pool of potential recruits.
• 📊 The script mentions the current in-game economy and how the game's systems have evolved, replacing global chat with suggested clans and other features.
• 🏆 The video provides insights on how to define a clan's identity, whether it's competitive, casual, or focused on a specific aspect of the game, and the importance of clear communication of this identity.
• 🤔 The host encourages leaders to be proactive in recruiting and networking, suggesting the use of external platforms like Discord and Reddit to connect with potential clan members.
• 🏁 The importance of maintaining clan activity and participation in events like clan wars is highlighted, as well as the role of elders in supporting leadership.
• 🔄 The video concludes with parting advice for both clan leaders and members, emphasizing the need for leaders to be inclusive and for members to demonstrate their value to the clan.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the 'Town Hall 11 Free to Play' series?

The main focus of the 'Town Hall 11 Free to Play' series is to play through all the different struggles at each individual Town Hall level in the game Clash of Clans.

How long has the 'Town Hall 11 Free to Play' series been running?

The series has been running for 15 months since starting back as a Town Hall 7.

What is the importance of being in a clan in Clash of Clans?

Being in a clan is important because it involves achieving certain goals and meeting the criteria of the game, which helps combat the burnout some players experience from only focusing on base development.

What was the role of global chat in the early days of Clash of Clans?

Global chat was a source for talking to other players and trying to find a clan.

What is the significance of the clan tag '802uv2c' mentioned in the script?

The clan tag '802uv2c' is significant because it represents the first clan that the speaker ever created, named Clan Paradox.

What are the four roles within a clan in Clash of Clans?

The four roles within a clan in Clash of Clans are Leader, Co-Leader, Elder, and Member.

Why is it important for a clan leader to be a good example to their clan members?

A clan leader is important to be a good example because clan members look at the leader's profile to determine if they are a good leader to follow.

What are the three things a clan leader needs to provide their clan?

A clan leader needs to provide motivation, direction, and purpose to their clan.

Why is it recommended for a clan leader to promote members to Elder after a short period?

Promoting members to Elder after a short period helps them feel a part of the team and increases their commitment to the clan.

How can a clan leader find new members for their clan?

A clan leader can find new members by networking outside of the game, using applications like Discord, the Clash of Clans subreddit, and the Clash of Clans forums.

What is the importance of clan description and icons in attracting the right members?

Clan description and icons are important because they define the nature and atmosphere of the clan, helping potential members understand what the clan is about and if it's a good fit for them.