Dues withholding:
This is probably the best retention tool we have. Every Chapter Officer should
set an example and sign-up (Contest Information attached)
Enthusiasm:
Enthusiasm is contagious; Chapter Officers must set an example and show
enthusiasm
Newsletter:
An informative and interesting newsletter is a most valuable retention tool
Web Site:
An informative and interesting web site is also a valuable asset to any chapter
Year-round Meetings:
NARFE is not a 9-month per year organization. The Federation works year round.
Every chapter should consider meeting every month. Chapters that meet every
month have a better turn out in general and a better retention record
Boosting meeting attendance:
Make sure Chapter programs are interesting and informative. Boring meetings turn
people off, especially new members
Luncheon meetings seem to draw more people. Also consider evening or breakfast
meetings for the convenience of current employees
Chapters should have greeters at every meeting to meet members as they arrive
and make them feel welcome
All new members should be introduced at the meeting
Consider giving Door Prizes at every meeting
Personal Contact:
Personally invite members to attend meetings, preferably with a phone call
Send meeting notices to members, inviting them to special meetings such as
Christmas Parties, Picnics, etc.
Call members not attending meetings to see if there is a problem
Call any member on second renewal notice
Send letters to dropped members, stating how important they are to NARFE.
Follow up with a second letter if they do not renew after a reasonable time,
sixty days
Follow up with another phone call to find out why they did not renew. We can
gain valuable information from this
Funds:
Chapter Assistance Funds are available from the Florida Federation that can be
used for retention projects. (Check Florida Federation Website www.narfefl.net
for forms and other information)
Compiled by:
Jim Greene, - FLFED Retention Chairperson
Bob Lemley -FLFED Retention Vice Chairperson
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