You can plant a lot of seeds, but only what you tend will grow.

Too often, chapters focus heavily on recruitment (tabling at the involvement fair, giving out stickers) without a long-term plan to build relationships or deepen member commitment. This leads to:

• Burnout among leaders

• Inconsistent attendance

• Missed leadership development opportunities

• A revolving door of disengagement

Growth happens when recruitment is paired with thoughtful, inclusive retention.