We can all be overprotective of our content, especially when it comes to being open and allowing our competitors into our safe and secure membership site. I choose to have an open-minded attitude and assume the best in people. There are ways to make it work and even benefit from opening your doors and letting them in, while staying vigilant.
Essential Learning Points:
Learn what it is that makes you different from your competitors
Find out what to do if there’s a competitor in your community
Learn about the red flags that indicate suspicious behaviour
Listen to our crazy content theft story

Important Links & Mentions: 
Episode 198 = What to do when someone steals your membership content: https://www.themembershipguys.com/membership-content-theft/
Key Quotes:
“It’s natural to be over-protective, but don’t get paranoid.” 
 “Always see the best in people! Don’t assume that people are joining with negative intentions.” 
“We know our real competitors won’t steal our content. They don’t need to because they’ve got their own experience, knowledge and expertise to draw on.”
“We may be directly competitive, but there’s always a level of respect and professionalism where you would never dream of ripping each other off.” 
“Ultimately, if you have others in your industry doing good work, and if you can collaborate to do great things, then everyone wins.”