{"id":1601,"date":"2024-07-05T21:57:20","date_gmt":"2024-07-05T21:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wildapricot.wpengine.com\/?p=1601"},"modified":"2025-05-12T05:29:33","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T05:29:33","slug":"new-member-orientation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/new-member-orientation","title":{"rendered":"Ideas to Make Your New Member Orientation a Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Building a strong membership for your organization isn&#8217;t easy. It takes a lot of work to recruit new members, introduce them to your organization and keep them engaged year after year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A huge part of keeping your members happy and involved is starting them on the right foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your organization needs a strong new member orientation process. Provide them with the information and tools they need to be successful, but make it fun and engaging! No one wants to sit through a boring presentation, especially if it doesn&#8217;t meet a new member&#8217;s needs (nor do you want to give a presentation with unengaged members).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In this blog, we&#8217;ll provide you with the best tips and tricks for your onboarding process, including how to engage and interest new members from the start!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why is New Member Orientation Important?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many people think the orientation or onboarding process for new members is just giving the information and expectations of a member in their organization. While this is important, new member orientation should be the start of your long-term relationship, a time to make members feel welcomed and inspired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Members who feel welcomed from the beginning tend to build a positive relationship with their organizations. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> in turn increases their member engagement, making them happy members that stick around for a long time. These long-term, highly engaged members are vital to the success of your organization and tend to be huge champions of your mission. And it all starts with a strong new member orientation process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">14 Ways to Make Your New Member Orientation Successful<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your onboarding process should provide these main things for new members:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Introduction to the organization &#8211; who you are, your values, your mission and your goals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Information about what it means to be a member &#8211; member expectations, dues, meeting schedule, member benefits, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A warm welcome to the community &#8211; meeting other members, sharing impact stories and any mentorship programs you may have.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We&#8217;ll touch more on how exactly you can execute this in our ideas below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1.) Communicate Expectations Clearly<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To avoid \u201cnew member&#8217;s remorse,\u201d confusion and frustration, communicate clearly. Send a welcome email that explains the next steps (more on that in a minute), and don&#8217;t assume they know how things work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Don&#8217;t just tell new members they must attend orientation. Explain how orientation works, where it is held, how long it will take, and what steps will follow. This clarity will help them feel confident and maintain their initial enthusiasm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Something else to ask yourself is whether orientation is required for participating in activities. For example, a club may require new members to complete orientation before going on the group&#8217;s hikes because the club needs to submit liability waivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If this is true for your <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">org<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, make this requirement clear. This will help new members understand your process better. <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WildApricot tip<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">consider<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> adding a new members section on <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/club-website-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">your organization&#8217;s website<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> and <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">create<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a new member tag in your contact database. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> will make it easier to lay out the entire process and send informational emails specific to your new members.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2.) Send a Welcome Email<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The first thing new members typically receive when joining an organization is a <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/welcome-new-members\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">welcome email<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. However, many welcome emails can feel like a receipt for membership dues. Many aren&#8217;t warm or interesting and seem to be written by a robot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If this is true for your welcome email, rework the message. Consider changes like instead of the email being from \u201cthe organization<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u201d,<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> it should be from you or whoever is in the role of New Membership Chair. This gives new members a real person to direct their questions to, and helps them feel like they already knew someone before orientation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Welcome emails should have:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A personalized greeting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">An exciting subject line<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A warm message of welcome<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A quick introduction to the club and its mission<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">An outline of the orientation process<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A link to sign up for an orientation meeting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Directions to find the new member section of the club website<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Implementing these changes in your welcome email will lead to more new members signing up for orientation without being reminded by phone, and they will arrive at orientation better informed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3.) Build a Welcome Kit<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A welcome kit is a collection of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">useful<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> materials for new members. It can include your organization&#8217;s brochure, handbook, contact list, membership card, events calendar <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> maybe even a little swag, like a keychain or button with your organization&#8217;s name on it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The welcome kit should also include information on membership FAQs to save new members from wondering and yourself from answering the same questions over and over again. These can include things like membership fees and how to pay them, member obligations, conflict of interest issues <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> how to join committees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read More: <\/span><\/strong> <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/new-member-welcome-packet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Create the Ultimate New Member Welcome Packet<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4.) Introduce the Organization<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">People join organizations for all sorts of reasons and there is a chance your new members may not actually know your mission or goals. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Seems<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> shocking right?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maybe they saw a sign, know about one thing you do, or a friend invited them to join<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2026 <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the list goes on. Not every new member will have scoured your website for details and read your mission statement, so if you assume they have, you may be missing out on an easy way to get them more involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Plus, new members may not connect your mission to what membership involves. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, in your orientation, provide your new members with an overview of your club&#8217;s mission, history, plans, goals and activitie<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">s\u2014<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">r<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ather<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">than<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> just listing things the club does, emphasize how new members can get involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5.) Get to Know the New Members<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Have you ever <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">asked yourself<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, &#8220;I wish I <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">knew<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> this sooner!&#8221; about one of your members?<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> If you give your new members more chances to share information about themselves, such as through a <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/member-spotlight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">member spotlight<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, that question will come up less and less.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Give new members opportunities to introduce themselves during the orientation program with icebreakers, partner activities and group discussion. Getting to know your new members at your orientation makes them feel like they matter. It&#8217;s not fun to feel anonymous at a group event like orientation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To do this, add a brief icebreaker to the beginning of the orientation session. Start the new members off by <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">having a little conversation<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> about themselves and their interest in the club. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It may feel silly at first but you&#8217;ll discover <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">so<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> many fun and surprising details about your new members.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Plus, this will allow you to plan your follow-up with them in a more personalized way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6.) Meet One-on-One<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">During <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> onboarding <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">process<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, introduce a one-on-one chat with your new members to get to know them even better.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> could be something as simple as inviting new members to coffee within a month or two of their joining. If there are more members than your schedule can handle, enlist the help of other leaders in your organization to take meetings, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A one-on-one meeting will allow you to learn more about new members&#8217; interests, skills and motivations. This will help you positively shape their experience by suggesting next steps, activities, projects or committees they may want to work on. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> ensures they&#8217;ll have a personalized, engaging experience <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">as soon as possible<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">7.) Make Connections<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many people join organizations in part to meet others who share their interests. The social element is part of the appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Help your new members <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">get connected<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> right away by introducing them to other members<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">based on what you&#8217;ve learned about them in orientation.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Whether it&#8217;s a shared enthusiasm for a program or even just having kids around the same age, help them connect with other members with whom they <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">have something in common<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If it makes sense for your particular organization, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">you can also<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> consider implementing a buddy program where you pair new members with experienced ones in an informal mentoring capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read More:<\/span><\/strong> <em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/member-directory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your Organization Needs an Online Member Directory<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">8.) Mix It Up<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many organizations struggle with their orientation because the presentation becomes a monologue. Frequently, the membership manager is the only person talking for an hour until it&#8217;s time for new members to fill out forms. This leads to many members &#8220;zoning out&#8221; and missing the valuable information you&#8217;re presenting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It&#8217;s hard for people to listen for extended periods of time without their minds wandering. So, avoid losing attention by changing up your activities. Add discussion, Q&amp;A, and audiovisual material to keep the audience engaged.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Include this in your onboarding plan rather than an hour of talking:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">An introductory group icebreaker<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A short slideshow of photos for each program<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">An infographic about the mission, history, and membership instead of a slide of only words<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A brief interview with an established member<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Short Q&amp;A Sessions after each section, instead of a big one at the end<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> will leave new members with a much better first impression of your organization and more information retained.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">9.) Be Efficient<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">New members are forming an impression of what being in your org is like. Don&#8217;t let \u201cboring,\u201d \u201ctime-wasting,\u201d or \u201ccould have been an email\u201d be what they settle on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Run your orientation efficiently by removing tedious activities. Consider if <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">forms can be submitted<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> online beforehand rather than filled out and turned in at the meeting. Print name tags ahead of time, and place orientation materials at each spot instead of taking time to pass everything out. Keep an eye on the clock throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Think critically about what you include in your orientation session. In most cases, if you&#8217;re going over an hour, it&#8217;s worth considering if you can cut some material.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">10.) Go Digital<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We live in a digital world where many people work remotely, attend virtual classes or webinars <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> even connect with friends through social media and Zoom. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So why<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> not implement this with your new member orientation?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Utilizing some online orientation during your onboarding process will allow you to better use your in-person time with new members. This can be anything from prep videos to online documents to review and forms to fill out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Depending on your organization you could also implement live virtual onboarding through platforms like Zoom. Virtual onboarding gives you the flexibility to orient more members without the constraint of room capacity. Plus, you can record the session for those who missed orientation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WildApricot tip<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: It&#8217;s a good idea to house a lot of your new member orientation materials online in a members-only area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Providing a library of orientation videos will also improve your membership experience. If a new member cannot attend your orientation, they can utilize these videos on demand from the comfort of their home. These videos also allow members to review information given at orientation if they need a refresher.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">11.) Ask for Feedback<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The people who attend your orientation will know things you don&#8217;t, like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If anything was confusing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What they were still wondering when it was over<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What they particularly enjoyed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After the orientation session <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is over<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, send a survey for attendees to provide feedback. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> will help you continue improving your orientation and show new members that you value their input.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">12.) Involve Your Community<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Welcoming new members is everyone&#8217;s responsibility. Bring your community into the orientation process by inviting existing members to share their experiences, help run orientation sessions or even training them to deliver the orientation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consider asking a few established members to rotate as \u201cguest speakers\u201d at your orientation sessions. They <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">will be able to<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> tell new members about their favorite parts of being a member, what they have learned from your organization&#8217;s activities, and their advice for new folks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">13.) Remember New Members Throughout the Year<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your new member orientation is not just one meeting; it&#8217;s really a process that lasts through the first year of membership.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, you need to be in <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">welcome-mode that<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> entire time to ensure they don&#8217;t miss any opportunities to participate. As you move through the calendar, remember that each season brings new information for your members. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check-in<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to explain what&#8217;s coming up and how they can be involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here are some examples of what types of events (don&#8217;t forget the registration links!) you should include in your new member communications throughout the first year:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Orientation events\/training opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Community service events<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fundraising events<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Social events &#8211; field trips, happy hours, trivia event<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Networking events<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Educational sessions &#8211; think thought leadership and guest speakers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read More:<\/span><\/strong> <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/membership-certificate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">13 Membership Certificate Templates for Any Occasion (Free Download)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">14.) Segment Your New Members<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you have <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/membership-management-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">membership<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> management software<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> (and you should), use a \u201cNew Member\u201d tag for all your new members. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> allows you to send targeted communications to new members and share information that is vital for them in their onboarding journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WildApricot<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> &#8211; that&#8217;s us! &#8211; is a powerful all-in-one membership management software that will make your new member onboarding process a breeze. Utilize WildApricot for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/membership-management-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cloud-based membership database<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/contact-database-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Member communications through emails<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/online-payment-processing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Online dues and payment processing<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/online-event-registration-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Event management<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/register.wildapricot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Try a 60-day free trial <\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">of WildApricot and transform how you handle your new member orientation!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/who-we-serve\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4304 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WildApricot-CTA-Project_Skinny-CTA-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1230\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WildApricot-CTA-Project_Skinny-CTA-2.png 1230w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WildApricot-CTA-Project_Skinny-CTA-2-300x61.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WildApricot-CTA-Project_Skinny-CTA-2-1024x208.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WildApricot-CTA-Project_Skinny-CTA-2-768x156.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1230px) 100vw, 1230px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Member Retention Starts Immediately<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Implementing the above tips will change your new member orientation process and, in the long run, increase your member retention rate. And bonus!! With a strong and established onboarding process, as a membership manager, you&#8217;ll have more time for the member activities you care about most.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Be consistent with your onboarding strategy, and you&#8217;ll see that your members are less likely to drift away. Your organization will be stronger than ever, and your new members will be highly engaged advocates for your organization\u2014and it all started with the successful onboarding process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Building a strong membership for your organization isn&#8217;t easy. It takes a lot of work to recruit new members, introduce them to your organization and keep them engaged year after year. A huge part of keeping your members happy and involved is starting them on the right foot. 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