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7 Cups Academy: Content Development and Marketing (CDM) Program

SoulfullyAButterfly January 20th, 2021

Hi everyone,

Earlier this month, the 7 Cups Academy went live and its core aim is to provide a platform where our community users can strive towards leadership and professional excellence.

I am excited to introduce and launch the Content Development and Marketing (CDM) Program as the latest addition to the Academy:

Goal: Help generate and market mental health-related content at 7 Cups

Program Description:

The current program focuses on teaching writing tips and social media content creation practices to help generate and shape valued content to be used to aid mental health awareness and support, both at 7 Cups and for any personal projects/opportunities interested trainees may participate in. The program utilizes practical tasks and assignments to combine learned and personal strengths-based skills and lead to experience and contribution within the 7 Cups community.

Program Learning Goals:

The program will aid your understanding of best writing practices essential to creating content that relates to and contributes awareness and support of topics that fall in the mental health industry. It will not only enhance your communication and writing skills but provide a chance to research and generate ideas as well as get to publish finalized articles and content at 7 Cups. Moreover, it will allow you to understand an aspect of SEO based writing applications as well as effective social media marketing strategies that help boost and enhance the valued content you will produce.

Program Outcomes:

The program will result in attaining relevant writing, research, and marketing skills applicable to the mental health-related industry. Be a published and recognized contributor for the 7 Cups platform and be a part of the global mental health awareness and support movement! Earn a program completion certificate and be a proud alumnus of the 7 Cups Academy after graduating from the program. You can also choose to request an additional letter of recommendation. After graduation, gain an opportunity to become a permanent member of the 7 Cups Content Volunteer Team to further enhance your experience!

Requirements to Join:

  • Be a Listener for 2 weeks and have at least 10 1-on-1 Chats

  • Be a member of the 7 Cups community for at least 1 month.

Note: Although no prior knowledge is required to join and participate in this Content Development and Marketing Program, this program does not aim to teach basic writing skills involving grammar.

Program Duration:

  • 8 - 12 weeks as per availability/choice (learning and practical work combined)

Program Trial:

Every program participant will be on a two-week trial which will aid in determining whether this program is a good fit for you.

Onboarding Info

We will onboard new trainees every week on Mondays. The first batch will be onboarded on Jan 25, 2021.

Please apply at least 5 days before the start date you prefer. The start date will always be a Monday. Please fill the application accurately (wrong start dates, usernames, or emails will result in rejection)

You will receive the acceptance email 3-4 days before your program start date. You are required to respond to the email and confirm that you can make the commitment to complete the program. Failure to respond will result in rejection of the application and you will need to apply again

To apply, please find the application form here

Updated on July 25, 2021 to update the Listener eligibility criteria,

Updated on August 18, 2021 to update Program Duration as per Updated Structure

Post updated to reflect the Academy acceptance email update on Jan 3, 2022

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missbloatsalot August 14th, 2022

I would like to apply for this certificate program. However, I wasn't able to gauge hourly commitment required of me every week from the information provided above. I am currently employed, but want to upskill myself in the marketing space. Clarity on the number of hours needed to finish weekly tasks would be a huge help in determining whether I should apply. Please do respond.

UniversalSmile August 16th, 2022

Hi, can I ask, is this only accessible for verified listener and member of at least one month?

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP August 16th, 2022

@EllyMerelyn Hi there, you can still apply if you are interested and do not meet the current criteria/are working towards it!

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ingeniousLove9924 December 14th, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly

This sounds very interesting. 💕

Vivikun9 December 23rd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly

This sounds intresting. I applied but I think I got the wrong email in there. Should I apply again to make sure? I'm a creative person (illustrator and writer) I think this program might fit with me

animalPoetry8514 January 25th, 2023

@SoulfullyAButterfly

i think it great

SparklyFly April 22nd, 2023

Hi Content Development and Marketing Team - I've been out for almost two months and got discharged from the hospital just this week. I'm now back and I'm so happy to be back on 7 Cups.

I fell down 8 stairs that go from our garage to our house. I fell down the stairs and hit my body and head on the concrete floor of our garage. I have had seven surgeries within a two-day period of time. I've been in the hospital for close to two months. I had a bad concussion and many other issues from the fall. It has been a very challenging time. I wasn't able to contact anyone so I apologize for that. I was in a coma for six days and still have some cognitive issues that should get better.


At some point, I'd like to re-apply to join all of you but I have a long recovery ahead of me. Thank you for your understanding.


Best regards, SparklyFly

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP April 23rd, 2023

@SparklyFly Hi Sparkly, I'm so sorry to hear of your accident. I'm very glad you are back and feeling a bit better, and understand about the recovery process. We're all here to support you! Please take it easy and feel welcome to apply whenever you are feeling ready. ❤️

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Saly33 July 28th, 2023

تضمين التغريدة

Thank you from the heart, it is a wonderful opportunity for self-development and discovery of skills ... helping ourselves and others I love this site very much and I try to organize my schedule to give him more time on the site...

BunnygirlAnna August 10th, 2023

Is this program still available for enrollment?

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP August 10th, 2023

@BunnygirlAnna Hi there, yes it is. If you send in an application by early Friday, you can join the group starting on Monday. We onboard every week, and start dates are on Mondays.

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BunnygirlAnna August 10th, 2023

Thank you!!

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HachiBee November 2nd, 2023

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Hello. I'm interested in applying for this program but I'm a bit unsure I have met the requirements. Do I have to be a Verified Listener for this?

The post said it only requires for Listeners to be at least 2 weeks old and have 10 chats. But the form is asking if verified for Listeners. So I'm confused.

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP November 2nd, 2023

@HachiBee Hi, thanks for catching that! Please apply and we will consider your application. We will be fixing the form to stop reflecting the need to be verified. 

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ThoughtLight March 18th

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Are there any current mentor spots open for the CDM program. Recently finished it and I loved it so much I really don't want it to end. It has even led to certain courses I will be taking in college.