Produce materials that clearly show what the company/employer gains by joining and participating in your organization.
For members recruited during a membership drive, ask them to add at least one extra contact during their first year of membership.
During functions, suggest that officers look for new members and spend time with them. Make sure new members’ name tags indicate their status.
Scan industry, professional, and community publications, as well as the Internet, for ads by members. Try to get them to use the association logo or some sign of affiliation
Recognize best practice traditions in your club and recognize those that uphold them.
Put individual e-mail addresses of key leaders on your Web site.
Over the hump ceremony when the sixth speech is given