Let’s face it, when your members receive automated renewal emails they know it’s automated. But with these 5 tips you can make your automated renewal emails a success. Focus on the Member Most automated renewal emails I receive toot the horn or the organization, not the member. Make sure your email illustrates the benefits from . . . read more

The difference between a successful and failed membership website launch is preparation and testing. Taking these 5 steps will ensure your members’ first impressions are great. Walk Through Your Membership Website as a Member Members may call you with questions about the new website and membership system, so do a walk through and see what . . . read more

The member deals section of websites is often underutilized. A few simple steps can turn your member deals page from a ghost town to a valuable member benefit. Make Member Deals Easy Your members only have so much time to dedicate towards advertising their businesses. There are many places online vying for their attention like . . . read more

The right balance of public and member only features on your website can help you entice new members to join while retaining current members. In this blog we’ll take a look at how to decide what to make public and what should be limited to just members. Member Directory Many organizations keep their member’s directory . . . read more

There are some great websites and tools that will help you to find affordable images and edit them to fit your website. Having quality images on your website is just as important for nonprofits on a budget as it is for fortune 500 companies. This is because the right pictures will create a professional trustworthy . . . read more

Why Use Membership Tracking Software Utilizing membership tracking software (or a membership CRM) can empower your staff, board and volunteers to support your members. It will allow them to quickly field phone calls from members, be better prepared when meeting members at events and ensure your members’ needs are met. Another important reason to use . . . read more

I have found that one great way to get the word out about your event and increase attendance is to partner with another organization. Joint events will introduce your organization to a new group of people and reduce your cost and preparation time. Finding Partner Organizations Finding the right partner is easier than you think. . . . read more

Is your membership website a ghost town? If so, here are 4 tips that led to website success for the Mount Pleasant Business Association (MPBA)! Focus All of Your Website Launch Communications on How Your Members Will Benefit Many website launch announcements focus on how the new website will benefit the organization. However, by connecting . . . read more

One of the best ways to boost your membership is to give your current members benefits they are excited to talk about. According to Nielsen, Word of Mouth is still the most trusted resource. Here are two benefits that will get your members talking! A Dynamic Website to Highlight Your Members Give your members a . . . read more