by Mary Byers | Dec 11, 2019 | Podcasts, Strategies for Success
What is a “culture of hospitality” and how can it improve member engagement? Join us for part two of our conversation around new member engagement and the two critical elements that will enhance your recruitment and retention.
by Mary Byers | Nov 26, 2019 | Blog, Conversation Starters, Strategies for Success
By Amanda Kaiser Are the associations with the golden handcuff structure luckier than at-will associations? Some professionals have to become members to maintain their certification or license. Some professionals have to join to get the conference discount. Some...
by Mary Byers | Nov 20, 2019 | Podcasts, Strategies for Success
Want to learn how you can boost new member renewal rates by as much as 10% or what associations with high new member retention do that others don’t? If so, join me for this episode with member engagement specialist Amanda Kaiser.
by Mary Byers | Nov 13, 2019 | Podcasts, Strategies for Success
Where is society moving that you and your members need to move? It’s a powerful question and one your leaders should be asking regularly. Many associations have governance that’s holding back meetings, and tollbooths that keep progress from happening.
by Mary Byers | Oct 30, 2019 | Podcasts, Strategies for Success
If you struggle with board engagement, you’ll want to listen to my interview with Steve Smith of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine to hear how his board uses generative discussions to enhance engagement.
by Mary Byers | Oct 30, 2019 | Blog, Strategies for Success
When I hear that a board is disengaged or ineffective, I ask how members are recruited. Not surprisingly, the easier it is to get on the board (i.e. the less deliberate recruitment), the higher the possibility for disengagement. A rigorous recruitment process often...