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Many community benefit organizations include members. Keeping members engaged in meaningful ways can be challenging, especially as organizations mature.

A well-crafted membership engagement strategy aims to maximize member participation by demonstrating the value your organization provides, building strong connections, and ultimately, increasing member satisfaction and retention.

Acquiring new members is just the first step. Member engagement is a crucial part of the member retention phase. To keep them involved and invested, your organization needs a strategic plan that fosters ongoing connections and maximizes their value as members. This plan, known as a membership engagement strategy, outlines proactive tactics to keep members engaged in meaningful ways.

black history monthThe founders of the United States set forth a principle that a government’s legitimacy and power are derived from the consent of the governed. I certainly take this to heart as an elected official myself. Many people understand that when money and corporate interests tip the scale, they undermine a core tenant of American democracy.

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January is the ideal time to align your company’s strategy with your employees’ to help them achieve their goals while supporting the company's vision. Almost all industry segments are experiencing workforce shortages, so it makes sense for leaders to focus on retaining employees.

Winter Solstice - forest with snow-covered evergreen treesThe winter solstice will be at 4:48 on December 21st. This is the longest night of the year. Plants go dormant, animals hibernate, snow lays a quiet blanket over the land. This is a good time for stepping out of the fast lane and giving yourself time for reflection.

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You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.

– Eleanor Roosevelt

I recently listened to an interview with Greg Wasson, former CEO of Walgreens. A few years ago, he allowed the Walgreens agreement with Sure Scripts to lapse because he thought the terms were unfair to the pharmacies. Walgreens lost millions of dollars and the stock dropped in value. A year later Sure Scripts came back with a better offer.