{"id":13328,"date":"2026-01-21T15:28:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T15:28:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naylor.com\/associationadviser\/?p=13328"},"modified":"2026-06-23T09:38:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T09:38:13","slug":"building-a-better-mousetrap-eliminating-ineffective-communication-strategies-for-better-audience-engagement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naylor.com\/associationadviser\/building-a-better-mousetrap-eliminating-ineffective-communication-strategies-for-better-audience-engagement\/","title":{"rendered":"Building a Better Mousetrap: Eliminating Ineffective Communication Strategies for Better Audience Engagement"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Communication is the lifeblood of virtually all organizations, and an inability to effectively and consistently share wins, losses, and big-picture strategies\u2014not to mention urgent rallying cries\u2014can quickly flatline the pulse of any association.<\/span><\/p>\n

A comprehensive, successfully deployed communications plan shapes member engagement, drives participation, and reinforces the value of membership. Unfortunately, too many associations are wed to outdated habits that waste time and fail to connect with their intended audiences in a meaningful way. Modernizing these practices isn\u2019t just a nice-to-have; it\u2019s essential for ensuring relevance in the marketplace and building stronger relationships with members, stakeholders, and industry-related targets.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Creating these plans and addressing what can seem like <\/span>constantly<\/span> changing member preferences may feel a bit like alchemy, but there are several proven strategies you can employ today to prevent your association\u2019s next mass email from landing with an embarrassing thud.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

The Numbers Speak for Themselves<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h2>\n

Naylor\u2019s annual Benchmarking Report<\/span><\/a> consistently uncovers that communicating effectively with members remains a perennial challenge for associations, regardless of the industry being served or the size of the association.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

While increasing non-dues revenue has supplanted communications woes as the top challenge for association executives, without an effective communications plan in place, increasing\u2014or even maintaining\u2014non-dues revenue will quickly become an insurmountable challenge. Operating without an effective communications plan is akin to being lost in the wilderness and whispering \u201chelp\u201d in hopes of reaching the rescue team that\u2019s 100 miles away.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Put another way, if your messages aren\u2019t received, opened, and engaged with, you have little hope of rallying support, generating growth, effecting change, and creating a better future for your members.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Fixing What\u2019s Not Working<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h2>\n

Even if you\u2019ve been struggling to create engagement with your audience, you likely already have the building blocks in place for a winning strategy that will allow you to reach even the most difficult corners of your membership. A few simple tweaks to your existing efforts can get you back on track. Below are some of the most common communication mistakes and some slump-busting tips.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Mistake #1: Overreliance on mass email blasts. <\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

It can be difficult, though not impossible, for generic, one-size-fits-all messaging to resonate with an audience\u2014unless the messages are packed with valuable content readers want and need. Members expect relevance, and mass eblasts with overly generic and broad content can often end up ignored or banished to spam folders.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Actionable tip:<\/i> Segment your audience by location, interest, and engagement history. Use email automation tools to tailor content for each group, ensuring all mass emails are as relevant and personalized as possible.<\/i> <\/strong><\/p>\n

Mistake #2: Information overload. <\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

Long newsletters packed with multiple topics overwhelm readers. When everything but the kitchen sink is included, nothing stands out.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Actionable tip: <\/i>An audience\u2019s appetite for content, and length, can vary wildly by industry, but you can easily monitor eblast open rates and make tweaks as engagement rises or falls. Limit these vehicles to key items and link to detailed content for those who want more, which can help drive traffic back to your website or content hub.<\/i> <\/strong><\/p>\n

Mistake #3: Delayed responses. <\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

Slow follow-up signals poor service and erodes trust. As the old saying goes, \u201cYou teach people how to treat you,\u201d and not responding quickly sends the message you don\u2019t respect members. What, then, would motivate them to respond quickly to you or act on anything you send them?<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Actionable tip: <\/i>Set internal response time standards (for example, 24 hours) and adhere to them religiously. You can also use automated acknowledgments to confirm receipt and manage expectations, which can be especially useful when staff is offsite for an event.<\/i> <\/strong><\/p>\n

Mistake #4: One-way communication. <\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

Members don\u2019t want monologues; they want dialogue. No one wants to feel like they\u2019re shouting into a black hole.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Actionable tip:<\/i> Create mechanisms for two-way conversations, including in-person events and forums for actively soliciting member input. Acknowledge member input as often as possible and show how it influences decisions\u2014for example, sharing survey results or big-picture wins, while outlining any actions taken as a result. Further, if you have an active social media presence, be sure to respond to member comments.<\/i> <\/strong><\/p>\n

Drive Engagement with Improved Habits<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h2>\n

Naylor\u2019s 2025 Association Benchmarking Report<\/span><\/a> found that 90% of association executives rank \u201ctraditional conferences, trade shows, and face-to-face events\u201d as one of their most-valued tools to engage members. Knowing this, it\u2019s vital that your communications strategy effectively accounts for, and reaches, all corners of your membership. If you can\u2019t get members to open, let alone read, the email you sent or the social media post you carefully crafted, you have little prayer of getting them to attend those crucial in-person events.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

By replacing outdated habits with modern, efficient practices, organizations can save time, strengthen relationships, and create a more engaged membership base. The shift doesn\u2019t require a complete overhaul\u2014just a commitment to smarter, more intentional communication habits.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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About The Author<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<\/span>Carter Davis<\/strong> is a Senior Director of Content Services with Naylor Association Solutions. Reach him at cdavis@naylor.com<\/a><\/span>.\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n

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Modernizing these practices isn\u2019t just a nice-to-have; it\u2019s essential for ensuring relevance in the marketplace and building stronger relationships with members, stakeholders, and industry-related targets.  Creating […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":72,"featured_media":13331,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[31,12,4],"tags":[54,252,13,177,74],"class_list":["post-13328","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-features","category-marketing-communications","category-membership","tag-communication","tag-engagement","tag-marketing-and-communications","tag-member-engagement","tag-membership-2"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nBuilding a Better Mousetrap: Eliminating Ineffective Communication Strategies for Better Audience Engagement - Association Adviser<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Communication is the lifeblood of\u00a0virtually all\u00a0organizations, and\u00a0an\u00a0inability to\u00a0effectively\u00a0and consistently\u00a0share\u00a0wins, losses,\u00a0and\u00a0big-picture\u00a0strategies\u2014not to mention\u00a0urgent\u00a0rallying cries\u2014can\u00a0quickly\u00a0flatline\u00a0the pulse of\u00a0any\u00a0association.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naylor.com\/associationadviser\/building-a-better-mousetrap-eliminating-ineffective-communication-strategies-for-better-audience-engagement\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Building a Better Mousetrap: Eliminating Ineffective Communication Strategies for Better Audience Engagement - 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