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What is the City Living Network?
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HB Days' Launch Party
BUILD A HYPERLOCAL PUBLICATION HIGHLIGHTING YOUR CITY
Spotlight your community with a digital platform that showcases local stories, businesses, and events — launched in just 30 days.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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A personalized 8-page Squarespace website highlighting your city with 10 launch articles.
A wordmark logo, submark, color palette, font selection and mood board will be created based on the brand’s style and will be approved by the client before the site design.
A video walkthru of the backend of the site along with an introduction to website analytics in order to track blog statistics and progress.
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Individualized newsletter design and implementation through Squarespace Marketing that will coincide to match your site.
An opt-in “freebie” on the topic of your choice to attract newsletter subscribers.
Professional email setup through Google with a clickable email signature.
Video guides on how to work the website backend and upload a blog.
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An in-depth guide on how to create your dream team, find writers, photographers, and interns.
Sample email templates to send to potential candidates.
Printable business card design.
Canva brand kit tutorial.
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Ready-to-go Media and Launch Kits with reusable templates to send out to brands and potential collaborations.
Plug-and-play email templates for advertising, PR, brand outreach, restaurant outreach, giveaways, and media stays.
Video guide on accepting payment with sample invoice.
Various ad packages with suggested price points.
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A go-to guide on how to source free photos and what our favorite photos sites are.
A sample editorial calendar to keep your articles organized and on-track throughout the year.
Free content ideas.
Sample interview questions.
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The securing of social media accounts, including Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and Facebook.
The optimization and setup of Pinterest.
How to perform keyword research and a glimpse into SEO.
How to launch a giveaway.
Reusable plug-and-play Canva graphics for Instagram and Pinterest.
Video guides on how to create both TikTok and Instagram Reels.
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What podcast equipment you need to sound professional and how to set it up.
How to record, edit, and publish your podcast from start to finish.
A live sample podcast interview with you as practice.
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A video walkthru of an affiliate site that covers how to find, approach, and apply to become an affiliate for your favorite brands.
How to find local PR companies that will gift you products and experiences.
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How to plan a launch party.
Launch strategy, timeline and graphics to create buzz around the launch of your site.
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1 month of weekly one-on-one consulting with Lindsay to answer any questions, as well as unlimited texting during business hours.
EDITOR TESTIMONIALS
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Emily Donohue
“I was getting perks before my site was even live… those media kits work wonders! I’ve since been invited on press trips to Knoxville, Hilton Head, Detroit and NYC — and have even been interviewed on ABC News Lexington twice, which was a total dream come true!”
LEXINGTON LIVING MAGAZINE
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Angela Christine
“Since launching I’ve hosted multiple giveaways, sold out events, raised money for a non-profit, and have made some of my closest friends in town. I just celebrated my 1-year anniversary party and have loved all the connections I’ve made with the Vegas mom community.”
LAS VEGAS PARENTS CLUB
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Codi Lyons
“My husband and I have established strong connections with community members, have sold dozens of advertisements to small businesses, and our family of 5 has received all sorts of invitations for fun events. It’s been a blast doing this as a family. My 8-year-old daughter wants it as a career!”
PRESCOTT DAYS
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Deanna Henderson
“I grew up in HB so I had a great base to start with, but having Lindsay guide me along the entire process was invaluable. It saved so much time rather than trying to DIY. It was reassuring to know it was being done right by someone who has already made a successful career of it.”
HUNTINGTON BEACH DAYS
THE COURSE
Each city comes with a customized course consisting of video tutorials, email templates, downloadable PDFs, media kits, graphics, and all the one-on-one guidance you’ll need to turn your hyperlocal publication into a success.
THE RETREAT
For the year’s new Editors we host an annual Editor’s Retreat for a day of brainstorming, bonding, boating… and personalized goodie bags stocked to the brim with Lindsay’s favorite California brands.
2024’s Retreat will be held in Newport Beach in October.
THE NETWORK
On the first Monday of every month we host a Zoom call designed to keep CLN’s Editors accountable and engaged. As a group we share best practices, tips, and insights, while rooting each other along.
We also bring on guest experts like CPAs, lawyers, PR agents, and other professionals to provide valuable insights specifically relating to our publications.
ABOUT US
In 2019 City Living Network’s founder, Lindsay DeLong launched Laguna Beach Living as a side project while she served as Editorial Director of a national wellness magazine.
5 years later, LBL is Lindsay’s full time career, with 350 online articles and a monthly reach of 1.1 million from 100 countries.
When women from other cities began reaching out, Lindsay created the City Living Network as a way to help them launch hyperlocal digital publications in their own communities.
With CLN she is sharing her 20+ years of experience in the print and digital publishing industries, offering all the hacks, best practices, and expertise that have turned it from a side project into a dream job.
WANT A GLIMPSE
of What a Publication in Your City Would Look Like?
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COMMONLY ASKED Q’S
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Not at all! Our network includes Editors from diverse professions. The common thread? We're all entrepreneurs passionate about celebrating our cities.
Additionally, our course includes a module that guides you on how to gather free content from local contributors, recruit interns, and leverage AI effectively.
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Flexibility is key. Manage your schedule as you see fit — take a day off or dedicate just a few hours weekly. But remember, the more effort you put in, the quicker your growth.
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Through initial giveaways, launch events, and quality content, you'll attract local businesses needing press, photography, and well-written articles.
We start you off with a media kit, suggested price points, and even mock phone calls for training.
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Absolutely. After the final payment, you gain 100% ownership of the brand, website, and all related assets, courtesy of the City Living Network. From then on, it's all yours to expand and evolve.